the church is the classroom.

Our Mission

Joy College exists to train the next generation of Christ-like servant leaders through biblical education, immersive ministry experience, and intentional discipleship—equipping students in every season of life to lead with humility, courage, and purpose in the Church and the world.

this is where leaders are built

At Joy College, the church isn’t just where we gather—it’s where we grow. Based at Joy Church Medford, our students learn in a living, breathing ministry environment where Sunday services, staff meetings, outreach, and real-time leadership become part of the curriculum. This isn’t theory—it’s training grounded in the life of the local church.

Meet the team

Geno Schmelzer

Full Time Program Director

Ali Schmelzer

Full Time Program Director & Registrar

Dr. John Schmelzer

Dean of Academics & Professor

Kim Schmelzer

Founding Pastor & Professor

Steve Schmelzer

Founding Pastor & Professor

Pete Miller

Professor

Lead Pastor of Joy Church Medford

Natalie Aman

Lead Pastor of Joy Church Medford

Riley Aman