What is it?

The 2027 ARISE Discipleship Program is a 5-month long cohort-style spiritual formation experience designed to help young women grow in following Jesus and forming a life around the presence of God in community.

The ARISE Fellows (up to 12 women) study the Bible while learning to apply Biblical principles and practices to their daily lives in New York City.

It includes:

  • Biblical curriculum & study

  • Close fellowship with other young women

  • Spiritual mentorship

  • Accountability & confession groups

  • Workshops & seminars with Christian leaders

  • Service & outreach opportunities

  • One weekend retreat experience

Dates: January - May 2027

Cost: $750

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Who is it for?

Young women in their twenties who…

  • Desire desire deeper devotion to Jesus & are hungry for His Word

  • Have a teachable spirit & a hunger for mentorship

  • Are looking for intentional community & accountability

  • Lives (or plans to live) in New York City

Need more information?

Our ARISE Program Director, Miranda Bledsoe, would love to sit down with you over a cup of coffee or on Zoom to answer all your program-related questions and to help you discern if this program may be a good fit for you. Fill out the form below to schedule a one-on-one meeting!

Why are we shifting from a residential experience to a cohort-style program?

We have been seeking the Lord for his guidance on what is next with our ARISE program. And as we have spent time discerning and praying into Year 3 of the ARISE program, we have heard the Lord speak that our time at this house is coming to a close. This house has been an immense blessing to our ministry, and so it is bittersweet to see this chapter come to an end. But, though this means we will no longer have a townhouse, we believe this has only been the beginning for the ARISE program, the laying of the foundation of what is to come, and we are excited to continue building our ARISE program outside of the walls of the house.

We are so grateful for all God taught us during this season as a residential program. Though we have truly loved the ARISE house, removing this piece of the ministry is going to provide new opportunities in the way we serve women and in the operations of our ministry. This can enable us to reach more women through a cohort style program, and opens the doors to scaling this ministry, format and curriculum beyond a townhouse in New York. We truly believe that because of this shift that the ARISE program is only going to grow and expand in its fruitfulness.

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ARISE DISCIPLESHIP PROGRAM

ARISE DISCIPLESHIP PROGRAM

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The story of how the ARISE Discipleship Program came to be…

  • "I felt so seen by her..."

    "As someone fresh to the city, I was really impacted by my spiritual mentorship, both in life and my faith journey. I’ve never had a spiritual mentor before, so I was nervous about what it’d be like. We’re both creatives, and I felt so seen by her, from challenges of balancing work and creative expression to relationship talks and growing pains of becoming an adult. It was so encouraging to hear the stories and experiences from someone in the next stage of life. She has been such a kind and supportive mentor."

    Sydney, ARISE Year 2 Fellow

  • "The Prayer Room has changed my life..."

    “Spending nearly every Thursday in the Prayer Room has changed my life. Having to show up, no matter how I felt or what my circumstances looked like, developed in me a strong need to show up the same way in my relationship with the Lord. Deep dependence now summarizes the season I am in and I have a feeling it will for the rest of my life.”

    Ashley, ARISE Year 2 Fellow

  • "Being met with love rather than shame..."

    “The ARISE program gave me my first window into the biblical foundation of confession and discipleship in James 5:16. Living life together with fellow sisters in Christ has allowed me to appreciate the immense value of community in accountability and encouragement. Moreover, stepping into the light with honesty of my thoughts and actions - and being met with love rather than shame - has truly brought so much healing. I’m beyond grateful for having been introduced to this practice and am thrilled to adopt it as a life-long rhythm!”

    Cath, ARISE Year 2 Fellow

  • A spiritual formation experience designed to help young women grow in following Jesus and forming a life around the presence of God in community.

    Our desire is to equip early-career women in New York City to live faithfully as followers of Jesus, and we believe this takes intentionality in discipleship. This program supports young women as they learn to seek God and lay a firm foundation for a fruitful life ahead.

    For the past two years our program has been a year-long residential experience. 2027 is going to be a unique transition year in our organization as we shift from a residential experience to a cohort program (non-residential). The Year 3 ARISE Discipleship Program will run from January-May 2027. See more details below!

  • According to Barna only 10% of Christian twentysomethings have resilient faith, and this refers to Christians who are basic followers of Jesus. Every year thousands of young women are moving to New York City. There are currently over 673,000 women ages 20-29 living in NYC. (US Census Bureau) And according to the American Bible Society, 81% of Gen Z is curious about scripture and 64% say they wish they read the Bible more.

    Dallas Willard famously said “The greatest issue facing the world today, with all its heartbreaking needs, is whether those who, by profession or culture, are identified as ‘Christians’ will become disciples – students, apprentices, practitioners – of Jesus Christ, steadily learning from him how to live the life of the Kingdom of the Heavens into every corner of human existence.”

    Your twenties are a time of transition into adulthood, and sowing seeds that have the potential to bear fruit in the seasons of life to come. Young women in New York City will either be formed by the world, or transformed by the person of Jesus. We have seen that young women are hungry for intentional discipleship, and we want to be a part of seeing them ARISE into who God created them to be.

    • Early career women who desire deeper devotion to Jesus.

    • A willing heart for the things of God.

    • Faith in the Gospel of Christ.

    • Teachability and a hunger for mentorship.

    • Currently lives in New York City or will be moving here upon start of program.

    • Seeking community and close fellowship with other Christians.

“Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the Lord has risen upon you.”

Isaiah 60:1, ESV

Core Content: 

United

Life in Community

  • Weekly meet in a small group setting with intentional sharing, scripture reading and prayer.

  • Monthly meeting with a woman of strong Christian faith and grow as you learn from her faith in her daily life.

  • Encounter God in community through corporate prayer and worship. Attend the PrayNYC Prayer Room together weekly.

Rooted

Knowing and Living God’s Word

  • Meet weekly for core Bible study teaching, discussion and prayer with other ARISE Fellows.

  • Learn to read, understand and apply God’s Word to your life as you study through specific books of the Bible alongside the other fellows.

  • Learn and apply spiritual practices in community through our shared ARISE Rule of Life, including Prayer, Sabbath, Fasting, Scripture, Service, and Evangelism

Rising

  • Learn how to live aware of how God is moving in the lives of those around you as we grow in sharing the Gospel and witnessing to others.

  • Experience the heart of Jesus in NYC through group outreach, prayer walks and serve days.

  • Learn from ministry leaders through workshops on various topics of spiritual formation.

Living on Mission for the Kingdom

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Application Timeline

  • Applications open Fall 2026

  • Decisions made on a rolling bases by end of 2026

  • ARISE Year 3 begins January 2027

Program Overview

  • Bible studies, small group meetings

  • Meeting with mentors

  • Service days

  • Spiritual Formation Workshops

  • Spring Retreat

FAQs

  • We have been seeking the Lord for his guidance on what is next with our ARISE program. And as we have spent time discerning and praying into Year 3 of the ARISE program, we have heard the Lord speak that our time at this house is coming to a close. This house has been an immense blessing to our ministry, and so it is bittersweet to see this chapter come to an end. But, though this means we will no longer have a townhouse, we believe this has only been the beginning for the ARISE program, the laying of the foundation of what is to come, and we are excited to continue building our ARISE program outside of the walls of the house.

    We are so grateful for all God taught us during this season as a residential program. Though we have truly loved the ARISE house, removing this piece of the ministry is going to provide new opportunities in the way we serve women and in the operations of our ministry. This can enable us to reach more women through a cohort style program, and opens the doors to scaling this ministry, format and curriculum beyond a townhouse in New York. We truly believe that because of this shift that the ARISE program is only going to grow and expand in its fruitfulness.

  • This is for young women (ages 18-30) seeking intentional discipleship and growth in their walk with Jesus. You can be currently living in New York City or transitioning to life and career in New York City. The program is designed for specifically unmarried women, and you must be over the age of 18 and under the age of 30 to apply.

  • We accept up to 12 women to be fellows in the ARISE Discipleship Program.

    With the shift from a residential program to a cohort, we are able to expand our size and allow more women to experience spiritual formation!

  • This program is designed for women interning, working part-time, or full-time jobs. The expectation is that you prioritize attending and participating in the scheduled programming. We encourage you to thoughtfully think through if this personally works with your work schedule as you consider applying.

  • The cost of the program is $750.

    This includes:

    • All books and Bible study materials

    • Orientation (dinners included)

    • All Spiritual Formation Workshops (meals included)

    • 1 Retreat Weekend (all food, transportation, and housing included)

    • ARISE program merch (t-shirt, tote bag, journal)

    This does NOT include:

    • Rent or any other living expenses

    • Food needs outside of what’s listed above

    • Any flights needed or other travel expenses

  • If your application is accepted, we will hold your spot for 5 days. Your spot is confirmed when we receive payment.

    You are free to pay all at once ($750) or you can pay in 3 installments of $250 over the first 3 months of being accepted.

  • For the last two years of the program, the ARISE Fellows have lived in the ARISE Townhouse on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. However, with the shift from a residential program to a cohort, the ARISE Fellows will live on their own and will be responsible for finding their own housing.

    Much of the program will take place in-person in Manhattan (weekly Bible study, attending the PrayNYC Prayer Room, workshops, etc.), so applicants should keep that in mind when applying and/or looking for housing in the city.

  • We abide by the truth stated in the Nicene Creed. See our About Section for more information on that!

  • Our ministry exists as a non-profit organization, outside the walls of the church, yet on mission alongside the work of the Church. There are women in our community from all different denominations and churches.

    Rise Collective has a growing network of ministry partners with local churches in New York City. If you are interested in collaborating with us, we’d love to connect with you.

  • For the last two years, the ARISE program has been a year-long residential program (9 months of formal programming and 3 months of “off-boarding”) running from September to August of the following year. With this being a transitional year, ARISE Year 3 will be 5 months long spanning from January to May 2027.

    • 5-6 hours a week

    • 30 hours a month (including workshops, weekly Bible study, serve days, accountability group, and mentor meetings)

    • Ask a friend, family member, or mentor in your community to consider supporting you. We’ve made a form you can print for them HEREthat explains the benefits.

    • Pay out of pocket as a personal investment.