Established in 2006, Vision and Call is built on the belief that life’s longer lessons, the ideas that shape commitment and souls, are often best learned through an apprenticeship experience and worked out through a community of mentors and peers. The vision is to equip young adults to consider the direction of their vocation while gaining meaningful ministry or work experience. The program typically targets young adults ages 20-25.
Program Basics #
At its core, Vision and Call holds a three-fold purpose: (1) to provide a transforming experience for young adults; (2) to increase the pool of talented emerging leaders entering the workforce; and (3) to educate and empower a commitment to the development of young leaders on the part of Christian organizations. The program is designed to benefit young adults while also adding short and long-term value to participating organizations.
Once a Vision & Call internship program is approved, the Murdock Trust shares costs with each organization, which may participate for up to six years. (Programs are expected to continue beyond our initial support.)
The Murdock Trust funds summer, part-time, and full-time internships, and each internship program is expected to implement the six essentials.
Six Essentials #
- A careful intern selection process
- The involvement of experienced leaders in mentoring
- An “apprenticeship” model of learning
- Intentional conversations concerning “vocation and calling” and giftedness
- A significant ministry experience/work in the organization
- Connection to a community of advisors and a curriculum for developing mentorship skills
Participation Requirements #
Participating organizations must be based in the Murdock Trust’s geographic focus area (Alaska, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, and Washington, and British Columbia).
How to Apply #
The Vision and Call 2.0 program will launch in 2027, with detailed application instructions coming soon.
If you have any questions, please email us at visionandcall@murdocktrust.org.