Arrow Leadership Programme
Welcome to the Arrow programme. Arrow is for leaders aged 25–40 who are committed to Christian discipleship and have a deep desire for greater Christ-like leadership. The aim of the programme is to equip emerging leaders to be led more by Jesus, lead more like Jesus and lead more to Jesus.
Who is it for?
The programme is designed for those who are:
- Aged 25-40.
- Already in leadership positions in their church or organisation (either ordained or lay) at the level of overall leader (vicar, minister, CEO) or leader of an area with responsibility for other leaders (director of youth etc.).
- Desiring to be more Christ-like in their leadership.
- Want to increase their effectiveness.
- Seeking to clarify their calling and vision.
- Willing to be challenged, developed and changed!
How to apply
Please download the applciation and reference forms using these links. The deadline for applications is 12pm Friday 7 November 2025
Zoom introduction Sessions
We have arranged two free webinars to offer an opportunity to explore the programme and hear from some of our current participants.
'The carefully blended triple focus on leadership, evangelism and character is unique and catalysing.'
Rich Johnson, vicar in Worcester, and New Wine National Leader
What does it involve?
Arrow creates transformative experiences that engage, stretch and release leaders for present and future resilience in Christian ministry. Over 18 months, we focus on areas such as character, self-care practices, the challenges of Leadership, spiritual disciplines, personal management, managing conflict, vision and mission, communication and much more!
Download the OutlineDownload the Curriculum
Key Dates:
Application Process:
- Arrow Intro Zoom Session: Tuesday 1 July 2025 (2-3pm).
- Applications Open: 1 July 2025.
- Arrow Intro Zoom Session: Wednesday 17 September 2025 (9-10pm).
- Application Close: Friday 7 November 2025.
Programme Dates:
- Participant Introduction Webinar: Wednesday 11 February 2026 (1-2.30pm).
- Preparation Day: Saturday 14 March 2026.
- Participant and Mentor Webinar: Wednesday 13 May 2026 (2-3pm).
- Residential 1: Sunday 14 – Friday 19 June 2026.
- Residential 2: Sunday 4 – Friday 9 October 2026.
- Take Two: Saturday 9 January 2027.
- Residential 3: Sunday 7 – Friday 12 March 2027.
- Residential 4: Sunday 13 – Friday 18 June 2027.
- Moving On: Saturday 9 October 2027.
Details of timing of the application/discernment process are on the application form.
COSTS
The total prpogramme cost for ALP19 is £4350. This is made up of a £350 deposit and 4 payments of £1000 due before each of the 4 residentials. The fee covers:
- The four residentials (full board).
- Extensive programme materials.
- Professional assessment inventories.
- The mentor scheme.
- A preparatory day, Take Two (a day mid-way through the programme) and a Moving On day (a supporter for each participant is invited to each of these days).
Each participant is responsible for their transport costs and purchase of books for study/integration tasks.
We strongly encourage you to seek the endorsement of your church, diocese or organisation and to seek a contribution from them towards your costs.
Upon acceptance of the offer of a place, a non-refundable deposit of £350 is payable by each participant to secure their place. For details of the fees policy that will apply should a participant withdraw from the programme, please download the Arrow Withdrawal Policy.
We always do our best to keep any increases to a minimum. Please do not allow cost to be the governing factor when deciding to make an application to the programme. We have established a bursary fund, and can provide details of grant givers that you maybe able to access.
Contact
If you would like any further information about any aspects of the programme, including the bursary fund, please contact Matt Hustwayte, Arrow's Programme Manager.
The Rev Jo McKee, Director of the Arrow Leadership Programme (jmckee@cpas.org.uk)