Abyssinian Baptist Church logo

Intern Minister

Abyssinian Baptist ChurchNew York, NY

Automate your job search with Sonara.

Submit 10x as many applications with less effort than one manual application.1

Reclaim your time by letting our AI handle the grunt work of job searching.

We continuously scan millions of openings to find your top matches.

pay-wall

Overview

Benefits
Paid Community Service Time
Career Development
Tuition/Education Assistance

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Intern Minister at Abyssinian Baptist Church will serve as a dynamic and spiritually grounded support to the pastoral team, focusing primarily on children and youth ministries. The intern will also participate in a variety of ministry assignments including community outreach, social media engagement, evangelism, and other church initiatives. This role is designed to provide hands-on ministerial training and practical experience in a vibrant, historic, and socially active congregation.

Key Responsibilities:

Children & Youth Ministry:

  • Assist in planning, coordinating, and leading weekly programs for children and youth.
  • Help prepare lesson plans, worship experiences, and special events (e.g., youth Sundays, retreats, and service projects).
  • Build relationships with young people and their families to encourage spiritual growth and church involvement.

Outreach & Evangelism:

  • Participate in community engagement efforts including neighborhood outreach, service projects, and evangelistic events.
  • Represent the church at local events and collaborate with community partners to extend the church's mission.

Social Media & Communications:

  • Support the development of digital content for social media platforms to enhance the church's online presence.
  • Assist in managing communications for ministry events and initiatives via email, newsletters, and other tools.

General Ministry Support:

  • Attend weekly staff meetings, worship services, and church events.
  • Assist with preaching, teaching, and leading in worship services as assigned.
  • Provide administrative support for ministry programs as needed.

Qualifications:

  • Actively pursuing or recently completed theological education (seminary or Bible college preferred).
  • Demonstrated passion for ministry, particularly with children and youth.
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Familiarity with or willingness to learn about the traditions and mission of the Abyssinian Baptist Church.
  • Competence in social media and basic digital tools (e.g., Canva, Facebook, Instagram).

Preferred Characteristics:

  • Spiritually mature and committed to personal growth.
  • Collaborative and team-oriented mindset.
  • Ability to relate to people of diverse backgrounds.
  • Flexible and eager to learn in a fast-paced, ministry-rich environment.

Automate your job search with Sonara.

Submit 10x as many applications with less effort than one manual application.

pay-wall

FAQs About Intern Minister Jobs at Abyssinian Baptist Church

What is the work location for this position at Abyssinian Baptist Church?
This job at Abyssinian Baptist Church is located in New York, NY, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Abyssinian Baptist Church?
Employer has not shared pay details for this role.
What employment applies to this position at Abyssinian Baptist Church?
The employer has not provided this information. This may be discussed during the hiring process.
What is the process to apply for this position at Abyssinian Baptist Church?
You can apply for this role at Abyssinian Baptist Church either through Sonara's automated application system, which helps you submit applications 10X faster with minimal effort, or by applying manually using the direct link on the job page.