About
Our mission is to equip & disciple the future ministers of New Zealand.
The Academy
Year One
Locations:
Wellington and Christchurch
(Christchurch depending on interest).
Key things you will learn:
Practical skills for ministry, leadership and life skills. Academic study through Laidlaw College in Bible, theology and formation (all year one students must complete one of the Laidlaw study options).
Gain a broad understanding of all aspects of church life and build a firm foundation in your understanding of faith and the Bible.
Practical experience:
Students will rotate through four areas of practical ministry across the year: Welcome & Teams; Life Groups & Pastoral Care; Creative & Services; and Outreach.
What you will come out with:
A qualification from Laidlaw College:
- either a Certificate in Christian Ministry – Internship (CertCM) programme
- or the Diploma in Christian Studies (Christian Leadership);
Year Two
Locations:
All locations.
Key things you will learn:
Practical ministry skills, Laidlaw study (optional), missions trips.
Practical experience:
Students will choose a stream (pastoral, outreach or creative) and be assigned to a supervisor. Spend time in your chosen stream developing skills and knowledge in this area.
What you will come out with:
Arise Ministry Academy 2nd year certificate, a qualification from Laidlaw College (if applicable), built CV, ready to work in ministry.
Students need a solid foundation to be prepared for ministry. Year one develops students with ministry and life skills and theological study via Laidlaw College.
Students will walk into year two equipped for a full year of practical ministry. Students will come out of year two understanding how to run and work in ministry environments.
Year One Modules
Night School
Arise Night School – Learn, Lead and Grow
Arise Night School is a fully online program designed for individuals with full-time careers, business owners, university students, and busy parents. With the flexibility to join from any location, this course makes quality ministry training accessible to everyone.
This one-year course is taught by Arise teachers and Pastors, equipping students with the skills to lead more effectively in ministry and every sphere of your life. Beyond learning, students will have the chance to apply their knowledge in their chosen area of ministry during a Friday or Sunday service.
Course structure
Each class includes two one-hour sessions, covering three key areas:
- Theology
- Leadership & ministry practicals
- Personal growth
Course fees
- Individual enrolment: $550
- Married couples: $900
Dates
Tuesday 11th March through to Tuesday 18th November 2025. The course breaks for school holidays in line with the NZ school term dates.
Join us for a transformative year of learning and practical ministry experience!
Information night
We have an information evening on Tuesday 4th March containing all you need to know about the Night School. Email us if you are interested in attending and we will send you all the information you need to know.
Laidlaw College
Laidlaw College is the largest interdenominational theological tertiary institute in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Offering qualifications from certificate to doctoral level, in the areas of theology and biblical studies, mission, ministry, counselling and teacher education. They provide a dynamic learning environment for students throughout Aotearoa New Zealand and around the world.
Find out moreLaidlaw College has at its core a deep commitment to the Gospel of Jesus Christ to which the Bible bears witness and to an encounter with God the Father, Son and Holy Spirit as we learn together. Their programmes are shaped by rigorous scholarship and research and bridge the gap between faithful reflection on God and a deep engagement with the world.