Program Details

The RCLI Fellowship is a nine month leadership program for emerging Christian leaders in Richmond focused on professional development, civic influence, and spiritual formation.

The program helps shape who they are, what they know and what they can do – for the good of their neighbors and the glory of God.

Learning Themes

An overview of topics we explore during the RCLI fellowship:

1. God’s story
What’s the Biblical story about? What does that mean for us?

2. Our work
How does our faith connect to our work?

3. Biblical justice
How does the Bible speak to issues of justice and to our place?

4. Pluralism & culture
How might we be faithful in a world marked by difference?

5. Loving Richmond
What are the pressing issues and dynamics specific to metro Richmond?

6. Making it real
How do we translate the experience into something practical?

Program Structure

The RCLI Fellowship is a nine month program that runs from September through May. The rhythm and structure of the program is comprised of three elements.

Discussion Groups
(2x/month)

Fellows regularly meet in small groups to connect socially, discuss readings and go reflect on professional development work. Small groups of consist of 6-8 people meet 2 times a month on a set weeknight. Candidates can indicate a preferred meeting night when applying for the Fellowship.

Weekend Sessions (1x/month)

Fellows meet once per month on a weekend – Saturday on most months. These sessions feature speakers, activities and experiences – focused on a specific topic, led led by city leaders, RCLI alumni or staff. The weekend sessions in September and May are in-town retreats.

Self-Guided Activities
(ongoing)

The Fellowship has been designed with working professionals in mind. The self-guided activities during the program include professional development assignments, readings and scripture passages, spiritual discipline practice – and a personal project in the spring.

The Ideal Fellow

We’re looking for Christians age 25-40 who have an opportunity for influence. We’re looking people with a desire to grow, and a hunger to connect with others. RCLI attracts Fellows from all over metro Richmond – people from different cultural backgrounds, lines of work and parts of town.

Interested in applying? We will let you know when we’re accepting applications.

Our People

  • We unpacked so many topics – and I made friends with people I wouldn't have otherwise have met.

    Vincent White

  • "As someone new to Richmond, the RCLI Fellowship served as a beautiful catalyst for me."

    Kyle Ficker

  • "The relationships were so genuine – I met people who all have a heart for our city."

    Scherra Valentine

  • The RCLI Fellowship filled with rich content, engaging collaboration, and real-world application. It provided an unbelievable foundation for me.

    Chris Luhrman

  • The RCLI Fellowship taught me that I need the connection, the fellowship, and the perspectives of others in order to be the best version of myself.

    Anna Koehle