Internship

Vocational Ministry Internship at Glendora Friends Church

Ideal Candidates will be Exploring a Call to Vocational Ministry

Overview:

The intern will have an opportunity to experience many aspects of practical ministry in a small-church setting.

  • Work in an atmosphere of personal and professional guidance and support
  • Receive training and further development of leadership gifts, clarifying and refining a call to vocational ministry
  • Further develop spiritually and theologically, personally and professionally.
  • Receive real-world ministry experience in all aspects of the small church.

Glendora Friends Church desires to receive practical help and energy during a highly relational season of ministry.

The Pastoral Intern will:

  • Provide support for our pastoral staff.
  • Be an active participant helping lead our Sunday morning service.
  • Assist our KidMin Director putting on a VBS, including working with volunteers.
  • Plan and execute various events for youth, children and families.
  • Participate in discipling through adult small-group experience.
  • Participate in and observe various committees and how they work toward mission.
  • Learn the rich and deep impact a small church can have on local community.

Intern Requirements:

  • Work under the guidance of our current staff which includes Co-Pastor Team, Worship Leader and KidMin Director.
  • Communicate with and receive feedback through weekly meetings and events.
  • Public speaking.
  • Organize and administrate services and events.
  • Attend Sunday Services regularly during the internship.
  • Be an encouraging, supportive, loyal and affirming staff member.
  • Disciplined lifestyle according to 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-6.
  • Discipline time and faithfully labor to promote the gospel of Jesus Christ.
  • Time commitment: Average of 10-12 hours per week.

About Glendora Friends Church:

Glendora Friends is a growing, intimate congregation that places a high value on making disciples of Jesus Christ who go out and, in turn, make disciples. We think our environment is a perfect opportunity to experience the many and varied aspects of pastoral church ministry and how it relates to the whole function of the Body of Christ. Our prayer is that you will hear the voice of Christ for your calling into vocational ministry.

Compensation: $20 /hour

Duration: May, June, July 2026 (flexible to your schedule)