GARDEN'S IN EXILE LEADERSHIP RESOURCES
APPRECENTICESHIP GUILDLINE
This document is a guide for leaders on how to carry out apprenticeships in Gardens in Exile. It outlines how to recruit apprentices, the length of training for each office, the commitments of both mentor and apprentice, and the process that leads to appointment.
RECOGNITION GUILDLINE
Those with ministry experience in the Office they seek may be exempt from a formal apprenticeship. The recognizing leader requests both character references from the candidate’s family and church leaders, as well as ministry references regarding the candidate’s experience and grace for the office, to discern whether the individual meets the necessary qualifications or should first enter an apprenticeship. The candidate must read, understand, and agree to the Charter and Leadership Bylaws. The recognizing leader confirms that the candidate has a strong theological foundation by administering an oral or written examination based on the theological curriculum set by the Apostolic Council. If the candidate is approved, the recognizing leader submits a report to the Apostolic Council for testimony and record, and then publicly appoints the candidate through prayer and the laying on of hands.
THEOLOGICAL OUTCOMES & CIRCUILUIM
The Apostolic Council functions as a council of equals among apostles. All members of the Apostolic Council remain active in their apostolic calling, while also bearing the additional responsibilities of Council. The Council serves as the highest decision-making body of Gardens in Exile, ensuring the advancement of the mission of Christ (Acts 15:1–29 )
APPOINTMENT REPORT
This form serves as an official record that the apprentice has completed all apprenticeship requirements or that a candidate is being recognized as a leader. It ensures proper documentation, provides accountability, and affirms the mentor’s role as a witness to the candidate’s readiness for appointment.
FINANCE PARTNERSHIP GUIDELINE'S
The purpose of this finance partnership's guideline is to equip leaders in Gardens in Exile with clear, biblical, and practical tools for raising financial support. This resource exists to help ministers communicate their why with integrity, invite others into ministry partnership, and steward resources faithfully.