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Go deep with Jesus. Grow your faith. Get stuck into churchand have fun doing it. The Ministry Intern at Vine Church is more than time offits a season on mission. If youre hungry to grow, eager to be discipled, and want a real taste of life and ministry in a vibrant church community right in the heart of Sydney, the Ministry Internship could be just what youre looking for. What is a Ministry Intern? Our Ministry Internship is designed for 1823-year-olds who want to take time out of study or work to be discipled, grow in their love for Jesus, and invest deeply in his church before starting further study or entering the workforce. Think of it like a gap year! The Ministry Internship is a 612 month ministry and discipleship program, closely modelled on our MTS Apprenticeship. It provides immersive training and handson ministry experience, all while being supported by mentors who are committed to your spiritual growth. While our MTS Apprenticeship is designed to raise up future gospel workers, our Ministry Internship is aimed at helping young adults be discipled in the gospel and equipped to serve faithfully wherever God leads themwhether thats in church, study, work, or everyday life. By the end of your Ministry Internship, our hope and prayer is that you will have: Grown in conviction, character, and competence as a disciple of Jesus Been stretched in your faith and service Formed strong relationships with Christian mentors and peers A deeper foundation for wherever God calls you next. This isnt about pushing you toward ministry as a career. Its about giving you space and guidance to go deeper with God so you can shape your life and future around Jesus. The Ministry Internship is a discipleship and ministry program that helps you grow in your faith, build confidence serving in His church, and prepare for you for a lifetime of following Jesus. Who should I do a Ministry Intern? The is ideal for: School leavers considering how to put Jesus first in adult life Young adults exploring future ministry or service and able to commit to 612 months. Anyone aged 1823 wanting to be deeply discipled and serve the church International applicants are welcome. We have strong relationships with churches in London and have hosted young adults from overseas congregations in the past. What does a Ministry Internship look like? Interns will spend five days per week involved in ministry, community life, and training, including: Practical ministry experience across various areas (kids, youth, music, hospitality, etc) One-to-one mentorship with a mature gospel leader Participation in Vine Churchs Connect and Care ministry Weekly structured training and tailored discipleship curriculum, designed to grow your conviction, character, and competence. Conferences or events to learn and connect with others What support is available to Ministry Interns? All full-time Ministry Intern participants receive a $15,000 bursary to help cover living costs. For those relocating to Sydney and living away from home, an additional $10,000 housing allowance is available to help cover accommodation expenses. Mentees are expected to raise 50% of their bursary through support from friends and family, building gospel partnerships in prayer and giving. Limited billeted accommodation is available with Vine Church families for those from outside Sydney. Board is arranged and paid directly to hosts. Where billets are unavailable, well assist mentees in exploring local rental options. Heres a few questions to ask yourself! Are you looking to grow in your relationship with Jesus? Do you want to serve in a healthy, vibrant church community? Would you value being mentored, stretched, and trained in ministry? Are you keen to use this year to grow in maturity, faith, and love for others? Grow in confidence and competency in ministry skills. Be mentored by godly leaders who want to see you deepen your love for Jesus and prepare for a lifetime of following Him. The Ministry Internship at Vine Church involves training through practical ministry experience alongside one to one discipleship from a gospel mentor. There are six components to this mentorship: 1. Practical Ministry Experience On your Ministry Internship you will get the opportunity to serve in significant ways within a variety of ministry teams. This may involve being part of the team or leading the team yourself. The particular ministry opportunities available depend on your unique gifts and interests, but a number of possible opportunities include: 2. Participation on the congregational Connect and Care team You will be involved your your congregations (9.15am, 11.15am, 4.30pm) weekly Connect and Care meeting at which you will join the pastoral staff in shepherding those in their congregation. You will play an integral role in pastoral ministry and experience the joys (and sorrows) of how people respond to God. 3. Relationship with a gospel mentor Be discipled by our godly mentors who will walk alongside you, helping you grow in your knowledge of God, your love for His people, and your understanding of yourself. One of the joys of the Ministry Internship is the opportunity to train alongside our MTS Apprentices and Student Ministers. You will receive regular training in theology, ministry, and leadership. This year is about equipping you for a lifetime of following Jesus by developing practical ministry skills and a heart for service, in these three key areas: Depending on the timing of your internship, you will join the rest of the staff team at conferences which they attend together throughout the year, including Reach Australia, Nexus, and Priscilla and Aquila. 6. Reading List Part of the program is to spend time reading the following books which will build your theological, leadership and ministry convictions. A Typical Week Gospel ministry is by nature flexible. The opportunities for ministry and mission are numerous and gospel workers build their week around these opportunities. As a result there is no typical week for interns. Each intern will have a week that looks different because their ministry will be different. Nevertheless, here is our attempt to give you a picture of what it could look like. #J-18808-Ljbffr