Our summer internship is designed to be a discipleship intensive that prepares college students to be faithful disciples both during and after school. Interns participate in a variety of different studies, spend time in pastor’s and member’s homes, and serve in the ministries of the church. If you have questions or would like to learn more, please email our pastoral assistant Josh Gong at josh@jpbc.org
Purpose
Disciple college students to know and follow Christ
Train and disciple young believers to prioritize the church in their life and ministry
Prepare students for future transition to faithful discipleship and membership in a local church
Dates And Schedule
Wednesday, June 5 to Sunday, August 4
Interns may arrive earlier or stay longer if their schedule allows
UVA students are encouraged to attend the Campus Outreach Alpha Project prior to the internship
Sundays
9:00am – Arrive at church
9:15am – Attend classes / Pre-service prayer
10:30am – Morning worship service
12:00pm – Greet visitors, interact with members, First Sunday Potluck
6:00pm – Dinner at pastor’s home, book discussion
Wednesdays
12:00pm – Ephesians Bible study
1:00pm – Lunch
2:45pm – Weekly intern check-in
3:00pm – Set up church for evening service
3:30pm – Kids Camp prep
4:00pm – Sermon prep study
6:00pm – Wednesday evening service / Children’s ministry
Thursdays
6:00pm - Mandatory Fun Night
Church Provides
All books and materials
Housing
Job opportunities
While this internship is unpaid, it is designed so that students can work or take summer classes as well. There are job opportunities through members of the church.
Be sure your work hours do not conflict with the weekly schedule. We do not recommend working more than 30 hours per week to ensure interns can fulfill their responsibilities.
Discipleship
Corporate gatherings of the church (Sunday morning worship, Wednesday night prayer service)
Sunday evenings with pastors (dinner and book discussion)
Ephesians Bible study
Sermon prep study
Mentorship with church member
INTERN EXPECTATIONS
Be present and available for all scheduled activities, services, and events
Be relational – engage with church members as much as possible through meals, outings, activities, etc.
Be available to help – we expect interns to be eager and willing to help with set up, cleanup, moving, childcare, and various other needs that arise
Be committed and involved with at least one church ministry: Southwood, Way Truth Life, or Mercy Ministry
Weekly reading and reflection paper
Meet with mentor regularly
Book List (May be subject to change)
Humility, C.J. Mahaney
From Eden to the New Jerusalem, T. Desmond Alexander
Fighting for Holiness, J.C. Ryle
The Atheist Who Didn’t Exist, Andy Bannister
Church Membership, Jonathan Leeman
The Anxious Inquirer After Salvation, John Angell James
Ministry Opportunities
Southwood (outreach to unchurched children)
Way Truth Life (abortion outreach)
Mercy Ministry (homebound member visitation)
Serve in children’s ministry as helpers and teachers
Plan and lead Kid’s Camp for JPBC children
Assist with Southwood Soccer Camp