Christ Community Church is excited to welcome the 2026–2028 cohort into our Church Residency Program! The residency is a two-year journey which combines hands-on ministry experience with graduate-level education, and is fully funded through CCC and a generous partnership with Crown College. Our goal is simple: prepare residents for a lifetime of ministry without the burden of additional debt.

As this new group begins their residency, here are four ways you can show them your support:

PRAY
Pray for our residents as they train, for the staff who mentor them, and for the churches and ministries that will soon benefit from their leadership. Above all, pray that God is glorified as more young leaders are sent out.

GIVE
While tuition and a modest stipend are covered, each resident raises support for living expenses. Your generosity—whether to an individual resident or to the program—helps free them to focus fully on their calling. Give online at cccomaha.org/give.

HOST
Residency includes living with a CCC family for the two years. If you have space in your home and a heart for hospitality, consider opening your door to a resident. Learn more at cccresidency.org/hosthome.

CONNECT
Take a moment to meet our residents, introduce yourself, and encourage them. A kind word, a meal, or even a small gift card can go a long way in reminding them they are supported.

This program is only possible when the whole church family joins in—through prayer, generosity, hospitality, and encouragement. Together, we are raising up the next generation of church leaders. Thank you for investing in the future of the Church!

Get to Know the 2026–2028 Cohort:

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Andrea Yang, Renewal Ministries & Re:generation Resident

Age: 23
Hometown: Allegan, Michigan
College & Degree: Moody Bible Institute; BA in Intercultural Studies, Interdisciplinary
Calling: The Lord has placed a deep passion in my heart to care for others. I love building meaningful relationships and helping people find healing. I'm so grateful that God has opened the door for me to serve in Re:gen while pursuing my counseling degree at Crown College.
Favorite Food: Ramen
Starbucks Drink Order: Brown Sugar Oat Milk Shaken Espresso

Abi Smith, High School Ministry Resident

Age: 24
Hometown: Buford, Georgia
College & Degree: University of Toccoa Falls; B.S. in Global Engagement
Call to Ministry: I believe God has led me to CCC to make a positive impact on the generation coming up behind me. I pray that over the next two years, I will grow as a discipler and mobilizer, so that the Church will multiply.
Favorite Food: Green Chile Enchiladas
Starbucks Drink Order: Pistachio Cream Cold Brew

Sabrina Schiewe, Kids Ministry Resident

Age: 20
Hometown: Wasilla, Alaska
College & Degree: University of Toccoa Falls; Counseling Psychology with a concentration in Social Work and minors in Bible and Theology and Nonprofit Business Administration
Call to Ministry: I was really impacted by serving as a volunteer in various nonprofits and ministries from a young age. Because of this experience, along with my administrative gifts, I believe God is calling me to parachurch ministry or nonprofit work, which the residency will prepare me well for!
Favorite Food: Fried rice
Starbucks Drink Order: Almond Mocha

Ella Sushka, College Ministry Resident

Age: 22
Hometown: Carmel, Indiana
College & Degree: Bethel University; B.A. in Missional Ministries
Call to Ministry: Vocational ministry was not on my mind going into college, and graduating with just a ministry degree was one thing I said I’d never do. It’s funny how God works like that. After an extended period of wrestling with the patient yet persistent voice of God, and by the faithful witness of those around me, I accepted God’s call on my life to pastoral ministry in the local church. I’m looking forward to growing in my understanding and confidence of the particular ways I have been gifted and burdened to cultivate people’s imaginations around knowing and following Jesus!
Favorite Food: Fruit
Starbucks Drink Order: Chai Latte with Oat Milk

Jeffery Lastinger Jr., Communications Resident

Age: 22
Hometown: Sacramento, California
College & Degree: University of Toccoa Falls; B.S. in Ministry Leadership
Call to Ministry: When I was a sophomore in college, I received the call to ministry. Ever since then, God has been leading me to develop more as a leader and to develop the skills that he has given me. Right now, God has opened the door for me to be here at Christ Community Church and to grow more as a person and as a follower of him, to follow the path he has laid out for me.
Favorite Food: Sushi
Starbucks Drink Order: Brown Sugar Oat Milk Shaken Espresso

Haiven Ashton, Young Adult Ministry Resident

Age: 23
Hometown: Omaha, Nebraska
College & Degree: Florida State University; International Affairs
Call to Ministry: Throughout my life, God has given me passions, abilities, open doors, and mentors that have all given me glimpses of the different aspects of my calling. While I do not know exactly where the Lord will lead in the future, right now I feel called to create an environment of safety and belonging for those on the outs, personally disciple others, and help meet people's felt needs. During the residency, I hope to develop these skills and continue to walk through the open doors that God provides!
Favorite Food: Poke Bowls
Starbucks Drink Order: Iced Matcha with Lavender Cold Foam

To learn more about the CCC Residency Program, to support a resident financially, or to apply for the residency program yourself, visit cccresidency.org.

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