Question 1

Who is eligible to apply for the Mountaintop Anglican Leaders Program?

Accepted Answer

The program is open to Anglican leaders actively serving across Sub-Saharan Africa. Eligible candidates include priests, clergy, and pastoral leaders; lay leaders and ministry directors; and leaders working in nonprofit organizations, social ventures, and community-based initiatives. The program welcomes both emerging and experienced leaders who are committed to strengthening their leadership and deepening their impact in their communities.

Question 2

Who will be teaching in the program?

Accepted Answer

Courses are delivered through Trinity Church NYC's Faith Leadership Campus. Instructors are a mix of academics and practitioners with deep experience in their respective fields, drawn from leading seminaries, senior faith leaders across Christian churches and denominations, and faculty from top secular institutions. Teaching combines self-paced digital learning with live facilitated discussions led by experienced educators and practitioners.

Question 3

Who will be guiding the participants?

Accepted Answer

Participants have access to experienced Anglican Advisors — senior leaders from the church at large, as well as the nonprofit, business, and public policy worlds. They are selected for their experience, their commitment to leading from faith and values, and the wisdom they can offer leaders in church and ministry contexts. Participants can book one-on-one conversations with these advisors to receive guidance on leadership, ministry, or organizational challenges.

Question 4

Is the program fully funded? What costs are covered?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the Mountaintop Anglican Leaders Program is fully funded, supported by Trinity Church NYC. There is no cost to participate. All educational materials and access to the Faith Leadership Campus platform are covered.

Question 5

What is the time commitment, and can I participate alongside my current work?

Accepted Answer

The program requires approximately 6 hours per week over 11 months (July 2026 – June 2027). It is intentionally designed to run alongside participants' existing professional and ministry responsibilities, not instead of them. Weekly activities include guided readings, personal reflection, and facilitated small-group sessions via Zoom. The program does not require participants to step away from their current roles.

Question 6

What will I learn? What does the curriculum cover?

Accepted Answer

Participants complete seven core courses and one elective. Core courses cover: Faith, Values, and Leadership; Community Organizing; Narrative Approaches to Conflict Transformation; Change Management and Organizational Development; Nonprofit and Church Administration; Adaptive Leadership and Systems Thinking; and Social Entrepreneurship. For the elective, participants choose one from Faith and Finance, Introduction to Mission Real Estate Development, or The Difference Course (developed in partnership with the Archbishop of Canterbury). The curriculum integrates faith-based leadership formation with practical skills applicable to churches, nonprofits, and social impact organizations.

Question 7

How does the small group and community learning work?

Accepted Answer

Learning is structured around community as much as content. Participants are placed in small pods — intimate groups that foster trust and accountability and are paired with an accountability buddy for sustained peer support. Beyond their pods, participants join cross-cohort gatherings where leaders from across cohorts share insights and strengthen connections. There are also quarterly gatherings with the broader Mountaintop Anglican Leaders alumni community. This layered structure ensures learning is both relational and practical.

Question 8

Do I need to be ordained to apply?

Accepted Answer

No. The program is open to both ordained and lay leaders. It is designed for Anglican leaders across a wide range of roles from priests and clergy to lay ministry directors, nonprofit leaders, and those leading social ventures and community-based initiatives. What matters most is that you are actively serving in a leadership role and committed to growing your impact.

Question 9

What are the key dates, and when does the application close?

Accepted Answer

Applications close on May 17, 2026. Reviews will take place from May 18 to June 20, 2026, and the final cohort will be announced on June 25, 2026. The program will run from July 1, 2026, to June 1, 2027.

Question 10

Is English proficiency required? What are the language requirements?

Accepted Answer

Yes, professional English proficiency is required in reading, writing, and speaking, as all courses, readings, and facilitated sessions are conducted in English. Participants should also feel comfortable with self directed online learning, since a significant portion of the curriculum is delivered through the Faith Leadership Campus digital platform.

Question 11

How many participants will be selected for the Anglican Leaders Program?

Accepted Answer

We will select 30 participants for the 2026-27 cohort of the Anglican Leaders Program.