RIVERSTONE SCHOOL OF MINISTRY
Vision Statement
Developing leaders who are formed in spirit, faithful in the Church, and fruitful in the world, for the glory of God.
In order to apply, you must be 18+ with your highschool diploma, GED, or GED equivalent. The cut off date to apply for the 2026-27 school year is July 31!
A passionate love for Jesus Christ.
A biblical understanding of servant leadership.
A vibrant devotional and worship life that overflows into faithful service within the Church.
The ability to rightly interpret and apply Scripture.
A genuine love for and commitment to serving God’s people in the fellowship of the Church.
Personal wholeness in Christ that enables ministry to the broken and hurting.
A life marked by attentiveness and obedience to the voice of the Holy Spirit.
A bold passion to proclaim the gospel locally and globally—for the glory of God.
Key Outcomes of the School of Ministry:
WHAT TO EXPECT
RSM includes one phase of training and one phase of action.
Training Phase
Two 14-week semesters (Fall ‘26 & Spring ‘27)
On Campus
Prayer/Prophecy/Deliverance Class (F)
Church History Class (F)
Spiritual Growth & Transformation Class (F)
The Servant Leader Class (S)
Hermeneutics Class (S)
Biblical Counseling Class (S)
Community + Discipleship
Worship + Prayer
Part Time (3 hours on Sunday evenings in person per week + 1 Saturday morning for 4 hours per month)
Fall Semester Dates: 8.16.26 - 11.22.26
Spring Semester Dates: TBD
ACTION PHASE
Through the Summer (‘27)
Short Term Cross-cultural Placement (additional cost)
Short Term Local Placement
Evangelism
Worship + Prayer
Serving the Unreached
Ministry at RiverStone Church
Music Coaching + Mentorship
Hands-On Leadership Experience
Focused Mentorship
**At the end of (or during) the Spring 2027 semester, you’ll receive a list of specific ministry opportunities to choose from. Each option will reflect one or some of the attributes listed above, so you can prayerfully select what you feel led to pursue.
Summer Dates: TBD, depending on which option you choose
COST
Cost: $650 for fall & spring semesters (50% off for spouse). The action phase in the summer may require additional payment, depending on what ministry you choose to experience (missions trips, specifically).
Payments can either be made in one $650 down payment, OR 6 payments (the first is $150, then five $100 payments prior to each class).
Contact us
e: rsm@riverstonechurch.net
p: 434.234.4442
a: 1515 Insurance Lane, Charlottesville, VA 22911
