Dear Applicant, 

Thank you for your interest in the Macedonia Baptist Church Internship Program. We are excited about the possibility of having you as an intern for the next two years. Our desire is to equip our interns to succeed in all facets of church ministry. The Macedonia Internship Program will provide interns hands-on ministry experience, as well as intensive leadership training and development. We desire to open the internship to individuals who believe there is a potential calling to growth and development in ministry. If that is you, please continue with this process.

You are encouraged to complete the enclosed application and return it promptly. Completed applications must be submitted no later than January 14, 2024. Your completed application will be reviewed and prayerfully considered for admission into the program. Those considered for admission will be contacted to schedule the initial interview. If selected to participate in the Macedonia Internship Program for 2024 – 2026  you will be notified on March 8, 2024. The program will begin May 26, 2024. 

Thank you for your desire to serve. If you have questions, please email us at mbckcintern@gmail.com. 

Peace and Love, 

John Brooks, MDiv

The Macedonia internship was created for young adults ages 18-39, it gives each intern the opportunity to explore what it means to live out their vocation as a member of the Body of Christ, utilizing their sensitivity to God directing their lives. Each intern will investigate what service to the local church and community can look like while also learning about their specific place in that process. 

The program intends to aid in the development of future leaders and ensure consistency in our church’s mission of leading men, women, boys, and girls to Christ.  Macedonia believes ministry is a service to people and of all of God’s creation; therefore, this could entail activities connected to the facility or in the community.

Each intern will commit to this process and community for 2 years. 

When creating the Macedonia internship program, we were looking for people who are actively pursuing Jesus and a heart to be developed. People  who have the ability to work effectively with others, exhibit creativity and committed to growth in their Christian faith. Also, a person who is looking to draw more intimate connections to the rest of the body in service and love. Interns are persons who have a passion for service to God and maybe exploring the possibility of fulfilling that passion in a full-time ministry capacity.

Some of the things you will be doing during this 2-year internship will include but are not limited to:

Engaging in the community with their other interns as you all work together. 

You will obtain training and development in leadership and administration. 

You will gain a better understanding of how churches function behind the scenes. 

You will serve in the local church as well as the local community in variegated opportunities.

Some examples are: 

•             Developing budgets 

•             Worship service planning

•             Relationship building tasks

•             Personal growth and development

•             Working with other churches, etc. 

•             Developing relationships with staff, youth, parents, and volunteer staff through individual and group contact ie: mail, e-mail, phone, social media, and in the community.

•             Assisting the church, pastor, staff, and mentors in planning and executing ministry programs. These include Bible studies, ministry programs, special events, retreats, and travel ministries. 

You will also work with your fellow interns to create and develop some of these ministerial activities. There will possibly be some travel to attend conferences related to the theme for each intern’s track.

Compensation

•             $10,000 stipend 

•             Room and board and all other travel expenses are paid for when out of town trips are required.

By following the steps listed below, you will be able to fulfill all requirements for application to Macedonia Baptist Church Internship Program. Please submit completed applications using the form below. If you have any questions send them to interns@macedoniakc.org.

1.   Carefully complete the Personal Data information. Answer all questions. 

2.   Complete the BIOGRAPHY covering your conversion, your desire for Christian service, goals, and desires for the future, and why you desire to enroll in the Internship Program. This will not exceed two pages in length. Please type and submit the paper in Times New Roman, 12-point font and double spaced. 

3.   The application deadline, including biography and all reference letters, is January 14, 2024.

Please provide CORRECT email addresses for all references.

a. The Personal Reference should be a mature Christian, preferably a mentor or someone who knows you well enough to give a meaningful reference.

b. The Pastor/Ministry Leader Reference should be completed by a Pastor or ministry leader.

NOTE: In order to process your application, it is important that the reference forms be sent promptly. Reference forms will be sent to the individuals who are listed as a reference. The reference should NOT be completed by the applicant.

When all these items have been received, your application will be reviewed and you will potentially be scheduled for an interview.