LINKING PEOPLE TO CHRIST.
LINKING PEOPLE TOGETHER.
The Ministry Lab is an intensive, monthly ministry training experience at The Link Church designed for current ministers, aspiring ministers, and those exploring a call to ministry. Led by Pastor Lewis Hemphill Jr., this lab equips participants with the biblical, theological, and practical tools necessary to serve effectively in a variety of ministry roles within the local church.
Each session offers hands-on, Spirit-led development in core areas vital to Christian ministry, including:
Systematic
Theology
Understanding foundational doctrines of the Christian faith and how they shape ministry.
Sermon Preparation
& Delivery
Building & delivering biblical, relevant, and engaging messages through structured guidance and real-time feedback.
Bible Study
Methods
Learning how to rightly divide the Word of truth through sound interpretation and application.
Church Administration & Function
Gaining insight into the operations, structure, and mission of the local church.
​
Ministerial
Ethics
Upholding character, integrity, and accountability in personal and public life.
​
Pastoral
Care
Navigating the emotional and spiritual needs of people through counseling, visitation, and crisis response.
Spiritual
Disciplines
Developing habits that cultivate intimacy with God and sustainability in ministry.
​
And
More...
Including evangelism, leadership, discipleship, and cultural engagement.
​
​
KEY FEATURES
Live Sermon
Delivery
Participants will regularly prepare and preach sermons to their peers and leadership.
​
​
​
Constructive
Critique
Honest, grace-filled feedback will be offered by Pastor Hemphill and fellow ministers to sharpen skills and foster growth.
​
​​​​
Pathway to Licensing
& Ordination
Consistent attendance
and participation in The Ministry Lab are required for anyone seeking to be licensed as a Minister or ordained as an Elder
or Pastor at The Link Church.
Ongoing
Development
This lab also serves as a requirement for all active ministers, elders, and pastors to remain sharp, accountable, and growing in their calling.
​
Whether you’re new to the call or already walking in it,
The Ministry Lab is where preparation meets purpose.
CLASS DATES
FALL 2025 - SPRING 2026
Thursday, September 25
Thursday, October 23
Thursday, November 20
Thursday, December 18
Thursday, January 22
Thursday, February 26
Thursday, March 26
Thursday, April 23
Thursday, May 28
*All classes begin at 7pm.
SUGGESTED LIBRARY OF BOOKS
Click the books below to purchase.
