At GCLI Preview Day you’ll get the chance to not only learn the facts about Grace City Leadership Institute but also experience a day in the life of a GCLI student.
Preview Day will be held on Sunday, January 26 from 4pm to 8pm at Grace City Church. You’ll experience a GCLI Class, learn about our fully-accredited university degree programs, meet our staff and students, tour our church, and learn about our weekly schedule. You’ll also join us for preservice prayer, get reserved seating for our 6pm Night of Worship featuring Grace City Music, and experience a GCLI-exclusive after-party with dinner provided!
As a GCLI student, you will be equipped with a foundation of confidence, capability, and education to become a world leader. What’s next starts now, so register for Preview Day today!
Transform Your Future
Equip yourself with a foundation of confidence, capability, and education to become a world leader. What's next starts now!
Fully-Accredited
We offer a wide range of fully accredited degree programs through Southeastern University taught by a staff of vetted professors who are committed to helping you on the career path of your choice.
Ministry Experience
Students will combine their world-class education with hands-on ministry experience to prepare themselves for making a lasting impact in the local community and beyond.
Learn + Serve Abroad
In addition to serving the church community and local missions efforts, students serve our global community through an international missions trip that is included in the cost of tuition.
Student Perks
Students are provided with a one-of-a-kind experience complete with apartment-style dorms, fun on-campus events, and even an annual theme park pass!
Explore Our Degrees
We offer a wide range of fully accredited degree programs through Southeastern University taught by a staff of vetted professors who are committed to helping you on the career path of your choice. In addition to the education they will receive, our students will also develop a strong understanding of biblical principles and hands-on experience serving in the local church.
UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE Programs
2-YEAR PROGRAMS
- General Education
- Ministerial Leadership
- Business Administration
- Business & Professional Leadership
- Communication & Mass Media
- Criminal Justice
- Digital Media & Design
- Education
- Global Education
- Human Services
- Organizational Leadership
- Psychology
- Ministerial Leadership – Biblical Studies
- Ministerial Leadership – Christian Ministry
- Ministerial Leadership – Pastoral Care and Counseling
- Ministerial Leadership – Worship Ministries
GRADUATE Programs
- M.A. in Ministerial Leadership
- Master of Divinity (MDiv)
- MBA in Executive Leadership
- M.S. in Professional Counseling
Dedicated Leaders
During your internship with Grace City Leadership Institute, you will work alongside many of our staff and leaders who are dedicated to making a difference in the city of Lakeland and around the world.
We are excited to get to know you and work alongside you to create environments where people are encouraged and inspired to draw closer to God, connect with others in meaningful life-giving relationships, and discover their gifts to use them for the betterment of others.
Andrew Gard
Senior Pastor
Christina Gard
Senior Pastor
Matt Higgins
GCLI Director
Kimber Burke
GCLI Coordinator
Genesis Pitts
GCLI Experience Director
Introducing our GCLI Graduate Experience
We’ve expanded our degree options to include pursuing your Masters degree at Southeastern University through our program. Affordable degree options, more flexible schedules, and new housing options combine with our trusted hands-on ministry experience and world-class leadership teaching at Grace City Church. The GCLI Graduate Experience is your opportunity to take your education to the next level.
