Cornerstone Program
The Heartland Cornerstone Program is built for young adults who are excited about their relationship with God, longing for deep community, and desiring to find God’s call for their life.
In this year-long, faith immersion experience you’ll grow, serve, and gain skills in various ministries while preparing to use your gifts for The Kingdom.
From teaching kids about Jesus in the summer to working in the Heartland kitchen and helping maintain our facilities in the winter, this position will live through each season in Heartland’s ministry. Through it all, we’re dedicated to helping you discern your next step.
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What you’ll gain
Summer Camp Staff Experience
Hospitality Industry Experience
Bible studies and spiritual classes focused on discernment and spiritual growth
Skills to work in a professional environment
Skills for living in community with others
Lifelong friendships
A once-in-a-lifetime trip to the Holy Land
What We’re Passionate about
Our mission is to build relationships and impact lives for Jesus Christ. We have seen time and time again that Christ-centered relationships change lives. Whether it’s a camper experiencing the love of God for the first time, or a summer staffer re-surrendering their life to Jesus, we are committed to helping each person feel known and loved by their Creator and by us. Our community is selfless, joyful, and hungry for Jesus as we use our gifts for The Kingdom.
What to Expect
The Cornerstone Program kicks off in May with three months in our summer camp program, the heart (pun intended) of Heartland’s ministry. Our summer positions range from camp counselors and high ropes facilitators to logistics coordinators and marketing interns, but all involve playing silly games with campers, worshipping the Lord with fellow staffers, and giving your all for Jesus. Our staff website has ALL the information about summer, including descriptions of our many positions!
From September through the following May, Cornerstone participants spend 40-45 hours per week working in ministry, studying, and investing in their community. This time is split between serving at Heartland, pursuing skills/experience that will benefit you after the program, and time spent in spiritual development and community activities. When you’re not working, the rest of each week is yours to explore Kansas City, connect with friends and family, or even skydive at the airport only 2.1 miles from our property!
Throughout the year, our Cornerstone class will go on several trips and retreats to build community, spend time in God’s presence, and serve God’s Kingdom across the world. Our most anticipated trip is the trip to Israel in the spring semester! We spend 10 days traveling to the Holy Land, being immersed in the land where Jesus walked.
What We Provide
Participants receive a $215 per week stipend
Each participant will share a room in a fully furnished house on camp property. There will be a furnished kitchen as well (with wifi, too!)
All meals will be covered, either in our dining hall or by an additional meal stipend each month
Our curriculum
Book studies teaching Christian living, discernment, leadership, and ministry skills
Consistent Bible studies throughout the year
Weekly community nights providing space to create deeper relationships and to share your experiences with one another.
Regular opportunities for service in the greater Kansas City area
Several trips throughout the year focused on deepening relationships and spiritual development
10-day study trip to Israel in the spring semester
If you have any questions as you discern and make your decision to apply, please contact:
Anna Mitchell - Program Director
Email: program2@heartlandcenter.org
Phone: 816-891-1078
