Summer 2023 Church Opportunities
First Baptist Church of Gainesville
Gainesville, GA
First Baptist Church of Gainesville is seeking a student.church intern who is discerning a call to local church ministry and interested in exploring that call through participation in a variety of ministries. FBCG is a larger CBF church in Northeast Georgia, about one hour north of Atlanta, and will offer an intern candidate the ability to pursue his/her ministry interests through intentional participation in youth and children ministry, music/worship planning, adult ministry and pastoral care. FBCG has a team of tenured ministers who are open to walking alongside you as you better discern your call to ministry and who are open to learn from you and the fresh perspective you may bring. Visit the church website at https://fbcgainesville.org.
Williamsburg Baptist Church
Williamsburg, VA
Williamsburg Baptist is seeking an intern for Summer 2023 who is excited to bring their own unique gifts and creative energy to our small but vibrant and growing congregation. We are located in the heart of historic downtown Williamsburg, right across the street from the College of William and Mary, and our church can be described as liturgical in worship and progressive in theology and mission. We are an LGBTQ+ affirming, social justice-oriented church, rooted in the biblical vision of God’s liberating justice and peace.
We sense the Holy Spirit at work among us in surprising ways in this vibrant season of life. New faces show up each week and they bring with them excitement and a passion for building a welcoming community of faith. There are lots of opportunities for you to develop pastoral skills in our context: worship leadership, technology and social media, Christian education and spiritual formation, children and youth, music, pastoral care, and mission are all possibilities. We believe that we are called to serve as a “classroom” for you as you explore God’s calling in your life. We are convinced that even as you learn and grow in pastoral skills among us, you will inevitably transform us for the better, as well! Visit the church website at https://www.williamsburgbaptist.com.
Brunswick Islands Baptist Church
Supply, NC
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Youth and Children's Summer Intern would assist with weekly ministry to youth and children on Sundays and Wednesdays and other special opportunities throughout the summer. Serve as a chaperone on a children's camp and youth camp. Worship leadership opportunities would be available on Sunday mornings during worship based on the skill sets and interest of the intern.
Brunswick Islands Baptist Church is located approximately 5 miles from Holden Beach, NC. We do have a larger senior population due to our resort area but we do have a smaller but faithful number of youth and children. This would be a great opportunity for an intern to enjoy the beach and all that this area offers while also enjoying and growing from ministry opportunities as well. Visit the church website at http://brunswickislandsbaptist.com.
Taylorsville First Baptist Church
Taylorsville, NC
Taylorsville First Baptist Church is a small, dually aligned SBC/CBF congregation in the county seat town in Alexander County. Although Alexander County is a mostly rural county with farming and the furniture industry as the leading employers, FBC is located about half an hour from larger cities and an hour from Charlotte, NC.
Taylorsville First Baptist Church is seeking an intern to assist with ministering to the whole church with a primary focus on the children and youth. The intern would facilitate or lead weekly children/youth or adult Bible studies, participate in the weekly worship service, help plan and lead monthly youth and children “fun” events, give a weekly devotion to our day care, visit shut-ins and hospitals as needed, etc. He or she will report to the pastor and work alongside the pastor in this ministry opportunity. Visit the church website at https://www.taylorsvillefirstbaptist.com.
Oakland Baptist Church
Rock Hill, SC
Oakland Baptist Church, a theologically moderate church located in Rock Hill, SC, is seeking a summer student intern to lead ministries with children and youth. Oakland Baptist is a member of the Cooperative Baptist Fellowship. We are a church that values relationships, spiritual growth in Christ, and missions. This summer intern will be responsible for providing creative ministries for our children and youth including bible studies and chaperoning retreats/camps. There is also opportunity to teach Sunday School and lead in worship, including preaching. Please send an inquiry to jhayes@oaklandchurch.com. Visit the church website at https://www.oaklandchurch.com.
Weatherly Heights Baptist Church
Huntsville, AL
The WHBC Ministry Intern will serve the congregation of Weatherly Heights Baptist Church for 10 weeks during the summer. The primary responsibilities of the Ministry Intern will be assisting the Minister to the Christian Home with children and youth in the planning and implementation of the summer activities for each of these ministries. Ideally the intern would be a seminary or college student looking to further their experience of practical ministry in either children, youth, or family ministry. The intern will be directly supervised by the Minister to the Christian Home. The goal of this internship is two-fold. Leadership development and experience for the student and providing support for the church staff during the summer months.
Responsibilities: The WHBC Ministry Intern will have the following responsibilities in conjunction with the Minister to the Christian Home:
Vacation Bible School
Some Evening Activities for Children/Youth
Special Events for Children/Youth
Sunday Morning Worship Leadership
An Opportunity to Preach (if desired)
Mentoring experience
Visit the church website at https://weatherly.org
Smokerise Baptist Church
Stone Mountain, GA
Responsibilities/opportunities could include (but are not limited to):
- Shadowing ministers on hospital/homebound visits (where appropriate)
- Leading in worship as an assisting minister (or through preaching)
- Helping facilitate and lead young adult, youth and children’s activities (ex: Passport camps, Vacation Bible School, weekly children’s trips, monthly youth activities)
- Meeting with the staff during staff meeting and weekly prayer times (not necessary every week for the prayer time, but would be a good opportunity to see how the staff grows spiritually together).
- Attending the June Staff retreat
Hours per week: 15-20
Schedule: Office hours Tuesday-Thursday 10:00-2:00, with additional hours for activities, programs, etc.
Start/End date: 9-week period during the summer. Exact dates not yet determined.
Visit the church website at http://www.smokerisebaptist.org