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Valley View Baptist Church

Pastoral Ministry Internship

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $250/wk

Posted: 5 days ago

Location: Vine Grove, KY (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/4/2026

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What they do

A Religious Leader or Professional leads religious services and provides spiritual guidance or counseling. Presents knowledge and interpretation of theological texts. May work in a non-denominational setting like a prison or hospital, or work for specific faith-based congregation or denomination and follow the practices of that faith.

$56,115 / year median in Kentucky

+12% projected growth

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Job Description

This internship is a program designed to encourage and equip men who aspire to serve in vocational ministry. This 12-week program provides first-hand experience, feedback, and instruction to a man who is pursuing pastoral ministry as God's calling on his life.

REQUIREMENTS

▢ Professed faith in Christ and been baptized▢ Member in good standing of local church▢ Aspire to serve Christ in pastoral ministry▢ Cultivating character qualities seen 1 Tim 3 and Titus 1▢ Strong work ethic and teachable spirit▢ Agree with Baptist Faith & Message (2000) & Chicago Statement on Biblical Inerrancy Those interested in applying must provide a written letter explaining interest in the program and a recommendation letter (preferably from a pastor or minister). Letters must be submitted to mark@vvbc.church no later than Monday, September 14, 2026. The internship is scheduled to begin in late September.

RESPONSIBILITIES

▢ Work 25 hours/wk (including 10-15 on site, including Sundays & Wednesdays)▢ Meet weekly with pastoral staff, having completed all assigned reading prior▢ Plan and prepare studies/sermons▢ Attend various church meetings (e.g., Members Meeting, Church Council, Deacons, etc.)▢ Lead at least one Bible Study and preach one sermon during this program▢ Fulfill other related duties as assigned by the pastor

COMPENSATION

▢ $3,000 ($250/wk for 12 weeks) flat salary (reported on W-2)▢ no healthcare, retirement, or any other additional benefits