Internship Opportunities at Emmanuel

Emmanuel-A Welcoming Church

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PAID INTERNSHIP OFFERED

PASTORAL INTERN FOR YOUTH AND FAMILIES
EMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH, RIDGEWOOD, NEW JERSEY
BEGINNING SEPT. 1, 2017 ENDING MAY 30, 2018
12-15 hours per week including Sundays
Stipend: $1,000.00/MONTH

Emmanuel is a progressive, open and affirming Christian congregation associated with
the American Baptist Church of New Jersey, The Association of Welcoming and
Affirming Baptists, International Council of Community Churches and Progressive
Christianity.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Works under the direction of the Senior Minister with a small
group of youth and families in creating programs and activities that lead to personal and
spiritual growth and integration into the larger congregation. Specifically:
-Plan 3 or 4 events per year
-Coordinate volunteers working in youth ministry
-Administrative: A. Keep in touch with parents through e-mails and phone calls
B. Publicize events through social and traditional media in conjunction with the
Communications Director. C. Prepare and maintain youth contact information
D. Support integration of youth into regular church activities. D. Periodic leadership in
the weekly worship service of the church

Qualifications: Current seminary or college student pursuing a degree in ministry,
education or related field. Enjoys working with youth and possess excellent
communication and organizational skills. Has the ability to relate personal faith to daily
life and to work as a team member. Must be extremely flexible.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Applicants can send a cover letter with PASTORAL INTERN FOR YOUTH AND FAMILIES in the Subject Line along with resume via email to [email protected].