Ministerial Internship Programme
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The Ministerial Internship Programme connects candidates with experienced pastors for mentoring and ministry training in a local church setting. It brings theological study into the practice of pastoral ministry.
What is MIP?
MIP participants undertake a supervised internship in a local church with an experienced pastor. They practise preaching, teaching, pastoral care, administration and community outreach as they prepare for full-time ministry.
What you will experience
Interns take part in the life of a local congregation. Their work includes worship services, sermons, pastoral visits, church administration and community engagement, with regular supervision and time to reflect on their practice.
Who is it for?
MIP connects candidates preparing for ordained ministry with experienced pastors for mentoring and training. Entry is by your pastor’s recommendation. Your pastor completes a pre-assessment and sends it to the district overseer. Pre-assessments are due by 31 January each year; the district overseer submits applications by 30 April each year.
“I have enjoyed and have been challenged by the MIP programme. Learning from experienced tutors and networking with other ministers was particularly useful and provided valuable insights into how I can best serve the local congregation I currently pastor.”
Interested in MIP?
Entry to MIP is by your pastor’s recommendation, so speak with your senior pastor as well. Registering interest is not an application or a place on MIP.