I graduated from Leadership College in 2024, a fruitful year of learning and growth. After graduating, I began working as the Sales and Marketing Coordinator for Hope Art, one of Hope Family’s projects. I’m currently in my 2nd year of studying Counselling and Psychology online, and I serve in our Youth Ministry, Photography Team, and lead the Hope Shop/ReFashion Dream Team on Sundays. It’s a privilege to serve and be part of something bigger than myself. I’m grateful that God has called me to His mission of reaching people and making a difference!
What is Hope Leadership College?
Hope Leadership College is an intensive, one-year program. It includes lectures on Biblical studies and leadership subjects as well as practical and hands-on training experience. Hope Leadership College also helps students to discover their unique purpose and calling in life.
By the end of the year, students will have grown in their relationship with God, character, leadership, theology and people skills. Our Hope Leadership College certificate confirms that students have been trained in practical ministry and servant leadership at Hope Family George.
Let Hope Leadership College prepare you for your unique destiny.
At Hope Leadership College our mission is to raise and equip once-in-a-generation type leaders. But who is to say that these leaders have to be the ones leading in churches? A leader could be an artist, a business person, a lawyer, a politician, a stay-at-home parent, a social worker, a teacher, etc.
I completed Leadership College in 2018 and served as an Assistant Graphic Designer at Hope Family Church in 2019. I met my wife in church, and together we followed God’s call to Zambia in 2023. Today, I serve full-time as a missionary with Zambia Project, a ministry of Hope Family Church, where I have the privilege of witnessing believers from around the world unite with one purpose—to see the Kingdom of God reach the lost.
A typical week at a glance:
Our program runs from 8:30am to 5pm, Tuesday to Thursdays, 11am to 10pm on Fridays and full days on Sundays. There are many instances where students may be required to arrive earlier, or leave later. Students are trained in and serve in different areas of church life such as Kids Church, Youth, Schools Ministry, creative areas, hospitality, community upliftment and outreach programs. Students also attend our weekly Staff Team meetings, lectures and Bible Studies. We require all our students to be part of our fitness and healthy eating programs as our college has a holistic and self-leadership approach.
Holidays or breaks:
Our program is divided up into four terms, and students receive a one week break at the end of each term to refresh and get ready for the following term. Students also get an opportunity to join our annual outreach to Zambia at an addition cost.
What’s next after the year?
God takes students on an incredible journey throughout the year and often reveals their next season when the time is right. We take time to pray and chat with each student about this. Many students go on to study elsewhere or work and do what God has called them to after completing our Leadership College. Some students who feel called to full-time ministry may choose to study online while joining our Staff Team in volunteer capacities. While expanding their practical training in ministry, they also obtain a qualification in courses like Theology, Marketing, Business, Industrial Psychology, etc.
Leadership College taught me so much! I learnt practical skills, made great friends and was challenged to deepen my walk with God. Today, I’m a full-time staff team member at Hope Family Church George, working with Hope Kids and ARC Southern Africa. Since doing Leadership College, I’ve also completed a diploma in practical ministry.
What is the application process?
Applicants must be 17-25 years old. There are a number of simple but important steps to follow to complete your application successfully.
STEP 1:
APPLY – Complete and hand in our Application Form to Hope Family George or email it to hello@hopefamily.org
STEP 2:
SUBMIT VIDEO – Using a Smartphone, please film a 30-second video of yourself explaining why you want to join our Leadership College. Then email your video to us at hello@hopefamily.org
STEP 3:
You will be contacted by our Leadership College to schedule an interview appointment.
STEP 4:
You will receive notification whether your application has been successful or not within one week after your interview.
Leadership College 2026
Applications close 10 January 2026
First day: 14 January 2026
Last day: 2 December 2026
College fees: College fees: R6,250 (Needs to be paid in full by 14 January 2026, a week before college commences.)
Bank details: Hope Family Church George, Current Account Number: 4049777571
Reference: ‘YourNameLC26’
Subject to change for 2027 enrolment.
What your fees include:
Your Leadership College fees includes all books as well as travel and accommodation costs to attend a relevant church event in, or near Cape Town.