Overview of Programme Tailored to suit the individual:
Each Internship will be tailor made, to nurture personal and spiritualgrowth. We are all individuals, and at different stages on our journeywith God, our understanding of who He is and what He has done for us. Theessence of Internship is to nourish and develop gifts and passions, andalso to challenge the intern to explore other areas. The key componentsare character, service and mission; to grow in your identity in God anddiscover the purposes He has for you. Through spiritual disciplines wewill train you to nourish intimacy with God, encourage openness to Him andaccountability to others. We will encourage you to follow the example ofJesus’ servant life style and give you opportunity to servepractically. Through mission you will develop a pattern for life and setan example for others to follow. During the year you will be discipled anddisciple others and will be given many opportunities to reach out to othersboth at home and abroad. The individual needs to approach the internshipwith no ego, ready to serve and ready to learn and re-learn.
 The Internship: nuts & bolts:
All who attend the internship will be asked to keep a spiritual diary,charting personal growth in all areas of understanding. A log will also bekept, detailing all activities & events that the individual has takenpart in. All involved will also be encouraged to read the whole Bible anda number of relevant publications. There will be opportunities to studyVineyard Bible Institute (VBI) modules. The internship is not an academic exercise, although Individuals may beasked to comment in writing as an aid to furthering their learning. Theinternship will be very much 'hands-on', it is vocationally driven &structured. The course will include a comprehensive range ofstudies/teaching and hands on practical projects in a variety of areas ofministry enabling personal growth in trust and confidence in God. Allopportunities to serve should be seen as part of the individuals continuedgrowth & understanding. You will be encouraged to embrace thedisciplines that are integral to being a follower of Jesus.
When will you work?
From September to the following summer. Hours approx 9.00 - 5.00, for two days between Monday & Friday,Sundays and some evenings. Saturday is generally a day off. You can bookone weekend off each term and receive 2 weeks at both Christmas and Easteras holiday. The expectation is that you will seek 2 days a week paid employment tosupport your living costs.
Where will you live?
You need to arrange this yourself; There may be Christian familiesor friends within the church who as part of their service to the churchwill put you up for the year. Alternatively you may be required to findyour own accommodation.
What are we looking for?
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- Strong work ethic
- Desire to serve God
- Desire to grow
- Desire to see the Kingdom of God extended
- God given desire to reach people
- Passion for God
- Enthusiastic personality
What are the benefits to an applicant?
A year out (time out) is often formative time of personal and spiritualdevelopment for the worker. They are able to discover their strengths andweaknesses in various areas of ministry as they demonstrate willingness toserve and minister.Training / Experience in a diversity of ministriesInitial orientation course to include church practice, back ground etc.Every aspect of ministry will include training and development. Workshops,seminars and conferences will be included according to the gifting andspecialist areas of the individual.An important part of the year and training involves integrating youinto the life and work of the church, and as such you will be part of teammeetings. There will be hands on experience across a range of ministryopportunities, challenging you to develop new skills.
 Some of the opportunities available
Evangelism and outreach
Opportunity to work in local schools andto work with teams connecting with local people in the community.
Alpha
Youth Alpha
Students
Young people and kids
Youth club
Kids club
Schools work - Get involved inmaking relationships with young people to bridge the gap between schooland church.
Detached youth work
Mums and tots (2006)
Mission home and abroad
Worship & Community
Musicianship
Develop vocal/playing skills
Theology ofworship
Teaching topics - applied bible studies, seminars andworkshops.
Team & band dynamics
Small Group Worship
Mentoring
Youth band/Kids worship
Bible School
Leadership training
Life skills
Gifting course
Leadingsmall groups
Bible study
VBI
Healing in the Kingdom ofGod (A practical course in prayer ministry)
Church administrationand management
Pastoral care
Church leaders will take an active interest and be involved in eachworkers personal spiritual development. You will be encouraged to choose amentor who will support you through out your time with RVC.While a great emphasis is placed on doing, being is equally key and asan intern you will be a significant contributor to church life. We willensure you have time to build relationships, belong to a smallgroup, participate in a discipleship group with opportunity to review andapply teaching to life, support each other, provide and receiveaccountability, and have fun!
What are the future opportunities?
There may be opportunities to stay on to lead teams and to trainfurther. There could also be opportunities to subsequently join the staffteam.
What is the next step?
After prayer, if you wish to apply or for further details, please
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