THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 17
10 AM – 1 PM
Grace City Church
1736 New Jersey Rd
Lakeland, FL 33803
At GCLI Preview Day you’ll get the chance to experience a day in the life of a GCLI student. You’ll get to experience a GCLI Chapel, learn about our partnership with Southeastern University, have lunch with us, get a tour of our church, and learn about our weekly rotations.
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 partner with Southeastern University to host an instructional site on our church campus and offer various college degree programs.
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
In partnership with Southeastern University, we offer a wide range of degree programs 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 of serving in the local church.
Ministry Programs
AA Ministerial Leadership
BS Ministerial Leadership – Bible Studies
BS Ministerial Leadership – Christian Ministry
BS Ministerial Leadership – Pastoral Care & Counseling
BS Ministerial Leadership – Worship Ministries
Other Programs
AA General Education
AA Education
BS Business Administration
BS Communication & Mass Media
BS Criminal Justice
BS Digital Media & Design
BS Human Services
BS Organizational Leadership
BS Psychology
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
Jon Laurenzo
GCLI President
Matt Higgins
GCLI Director
Karisa Robino
GCLI Coordinator