Ministry Trainee

A one or two-year ministry trainee scheme, aiming to give volunteers the experience of full-time Christian ministry within a local church context. https://www.christchurchcambridge.org.uk/jobs

Responsibilities

The role consists of three roughly-equal parts: 1. Ministry experience Serving and leading in an area of ministry alongside an experienced mentor. Options include: Children, Youth, 18-30s, Music and Seniors. 2. Biblical & theological training Attending the 'Training for East Anglia Ministry' (TEAM) course one day per week as well as guided 'study projects' on theological topics. 3. Practical Service Undertaking a variety of practical and administrative tasks to serve the church family and support our ministry and mission.

Required skills

Mature Christian faith, evangelical convictions and a desire to follow Jesus and share him with others. Servant-heartedness Desire to grow in knowledge of God, the Bible, prayerfulness and personal godliness Hard-working, flexible and resilient Team-worker, able to learn from and work alongside others as part of a staff team Wanting to explore and grow in the gifts God has given you and use them in the building of his Church

Other

While the ministry trainee role is a voluntary one, support is available through applying for a grant from a local ministry support trust. Please contact us to find out more about this as well as options for accommodation. Since the role involves working with children and/or vulnerable adults, all trainees are required to complete a full safeguarding check, including an Enhanced DBS. While most trainees work full time (6 days/week including Sundays), we also encourage applications from those wishing to join the scheme part time. The role is generally for one year, beginning in September.