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Global Servant Training Program

The Global Servant Training Program at Gordon College offers students the opportunity to join the Missio Dei in reaching people groups throughout the world with the Gospel.

Learn to Serve

This interdisciplinary vocational training program equips Gordon students to partner with mission organizations as linguists, teachers, engineers, computer experts, medical personnel, counselors, accountants, project managers or in virtually any other field. The common coursework is designed to develop basic linguistic competence, cultural awareness and interpersonal skills as well as language proficiency in preparation for service.

Experiential Learning

The Global Servant Training Program features several experiential components to help students discern their specific area of vocation and affirm their calling. Participants will either study abroad for a semester in a non-English speaking country or complete an international internship with a missions organization.

Service Tracks

Students have the opportunity to pair their liberal arts degree with additional coursework in one of the following areas of interest in order to better prepare them to contribute to the Missio Dei using their unique gifts and interests.

  • Bible Translation
  • Communications
  • Community Development
  • Education and Literacy
  • Evangelism and Discipleship
  • Financial Stewardship
  • Health Services
  • Management and Administration
  • Technological Support
  • Engineering

Application Process

Applications are due on April 1 each year.

To apply, complete the application form and submit three references (faculty, youth pastor or similar, and student leader).

References

Please have at least three individuals complete the reference form below: a Gordon College faculty member, someone in a leadership position at a church or a mentor or counselor who knows you well, and a Gordon College peer leader, such as an RA, RD or similar position.

  1. Reference Form (PDF)

Application

Thank you for taking the initiative to fill out the application form for the Global Servant Training Program. All application materials must be turned in by April 1. Please note that finalists will be requested to complete an in-person interview as part of the evaluation process.

  1. Apply