Connections Internship (Small Groups, Care, Guest Experience, Events)
Connections Internship
Internship Program:
A Grace Church Internship is for those who have completed one year of college or its equivalent. Within a specific area of ministry, interns will be given ministry responsibilities, receive weekly coaching and mentorship from their supervisor, and leadership and spiritual development from the Senior Pastor and others. You can learn more about our Internship Program at www.visitgracechurch.com/internships.
Job Summary
The connections ministry oversees all the systems that help people connect to one another, grow closer to Jesus, and go out into the community! We are looking for someone who loves discipleship and is interested in experiencing what it looks like to minister within a growing local church. The internship will focus on developing in three areas: teaching and preaching, pastoral care and counseling, and leadership. If you are fully invested in our mission for everyone to be outward-focused followers of Jesus, then come join our team!
- Position Report to: Connections Director
- Location: In-Person; Greater Kansas City Area; Overland Park, Kansas
- Program Dates: May 19, 2025 - August 10, 2025
- Weekly Schedule: Monday – Thursday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM; Sunday 7:30 AM – 12:30 PM; 3 Flex hours/ and Ministry Special Events
Responsibilities/Duties
- Assist in building teams and help provide Connection Ministry leadership over each ministry area and staff
- Grace Groups: groups, discipleship (including salvation & baptism), short term studies
- Grace Care: hospital visits, benevolence, prayer, counseling, weddings & funerals
- Church Involvement: Guest Services, assimilation processes, connecting & community events
- Assist in ensuring connection staff and volunteers are successfully connected, trained, and shepherded by leaders
- Help people find a place to grow and a place to serve
- Help teach Explore class and other outreach opportunities
- Preach at preaching workshop
- Help design 20’s/30’s fall connecting event
- Help oversee Guest Services team (greeters, parking lot team, cafe)
- Utilize systems and help build volunteer teams to proactively connect people at Grace Church
- Help lead volunteer recruiting efforts by communicating needs and opportunities to the church
- Assist in ensuring adequate care and nurture during times of transition and needs of attendees
- Help preach and serve at local outreach partners (church under the bridge, Antioch crossing)
- Lead a small group for other interns
Skills/Experience
- Volunteer experience in connections ministry (small groups, discipleship, guest services)
- High School Diploma and at least one year of college or its equivalent
- Experience and passion for church and the community
- Motivated to learn and lead
- Great relational skills: full of faith, friendly, calm, and professional
- Exhibit a heart of passion, humility, and integrity
- Good organizational and administrative skills
- Skilled in researching and finding requested information
Expectations
- Accept and support the Grace Church Vision and Values
- Exhibit a servant’s heart and willingness to get the job done well and on time
- Ensure good stewardship of ministry funds and resources
- Act as a positive representative of Grace Church at all times
- Maintain complete confidentiality with all sensitive pieces of information
- Communicate and present information to others in a clear, complete and concise way
- Have a good sense of humor and ability to have fun while working hard as part of a team
- Exhibit a heart of passion, humility, integrity
- Maintain a positive attitude while being mission-driven