posted on January 1, 2026
aXcess: Church Planting in Milan, Italy
Ministry in Milan is focused on two key groups—young Italians and the diaspora community—through strategic outreach, hospitality, friendship evangelism, and volunteerism. International workers (IWs) aim to proclaim the gospel and disciple new believers in their faith. We collaborate with local Christians and partnering organizations to maximize impact and foster sustainable spiritual growth. We also host short-term mission teams from the U.S. and Holland.
Position Type
- International worker (IW)–aXcess –Clergy Track
- Single or couple
- Church planting, discipleship, ESL/TESOL, evangelism, leadership development, refugee and/or immigrant ministry
Responsibilities:
- Build relationships with Italian neighbors and friends though hospitality
- Partner with local diaspora organizations
- Disciple new Christians and lead small group Bible studies
- Encourage local pastors
- Plant new churches
Ministry Location Information:
Living as an international worker in Milan means experiencing and navigating a vibrant, fast-paced city with deep cultural roots and spiritual challenges. While Milan is modern and cosmopolitan, it’s also spiritually dry, with few evangelical churches. Workers often rely on relational ministry—building trust through hospitality, service, and friendship. Language fluency and cultural sensitivity are essential. The cost of living is high, but the opportunity to reach both young Italians and diverse immigrant communities makes the work meaningful. Despite slow visible results, many find joy in planting seeds of faith and partnering with local believers for long-term impact.
Characteristics of International Workers:
- Spiritual maturity
- Holistic health
- Confirmation of call
- Ministry experience
- Education and work experience
- Cross-cultural awareness
Required Qualifications:
Clergy (Consecration & Ordination) Track
- Completion of Alliance ordination/consecration
- Completion of at least 30 hours of Bible/theology/ministry
- Completion of Alliance Polity course
- Minimum of two years successful Alliance Licensed Ministry Experience
- Completion of 15 hours of intercultural/missions studies
- If married, one spouse must meet the clergy track requirements, and the other spouse must meet either the clergy OR vocational track requirements
- A recognized bachelor’s degree
- A minimum Modern Language Aptitude Test (MLAT) score of 40
Preferred Qualifications:
- ESL certificate
Language Expectations:
Language is an essential part of ministry. Those who do not know the language will attend a language study program. The goal will be to speak, read, and write the language at a functional level in order to mentor, teach, and train others.
New workers will focus on language study for their first two years of service. They will attend a quality local language school while working with a tutor with the goal of passing proficiency tests along the way.
Health Considerations:
Milan, in the Lombardy region, has some of Italy’s best hospitals and medical facilities, with modern infrastructure and shorter wait times compared to southern regions. While Milan has a good climate, its inhabitants do have issues with air quality in the summer months.
Expectations for Spouse:
Spousal roles vary based on the spouse’s gifts, training, and abilities as well as the needs of the team. It is expected that both spouses will be meaningfully involved in meeting ministry objectives depending on the nature of family roles, children, etc.
Children’s Education:
Local schools are available as well as some bilingual and international schooling options. While homeschooling is legal, it is uncommon in Italy. Black Forest Academy (BFA) in Kandern, Germany, is an excellent option for students in grades 9–12. BFA follows a North American curriculum, offers Advanced Placement courses, and serves a diverse international student body in a supportive residential environment.
Compensation Package
The successful applicant(s) will receive a full compensation package with the expectation that, once appointed, efforts will be made to raise a portion of support costs through the applicant’s network of friends, family, local church, or other resources. Information on support costs will be made available upon application. Training and/or coaching in fundraising is available.
Whole-Life Health
As part of an evangelical denomination, we are committed to biblical holism, which is modeled and reflected through our work. Due to this commitment, part of the required qualifications includes optimal emotional, spiritual, and physical health. These will be assessed during the application process.
Important Clarification
Applicant(s) should be aware that serving in the international world often requires a higher degree of grace and flexibility. For example, overseas teams can be suddenly and unexpectedly impacted by illness, government decisions, financial realities, team changes, or other factors beyond the team’s control. The challenge for applicants is that these factors can sometimes necessitate the sudden redefining of a position, which may take place before, during, or after the application/interview process has begun or is completed.
Questions?
Please email the IPO office at [email protected].