Are you ready to launch into a lifetime of following Jesus?

What?
A year-long experience in Christian ministry with a focus on exegesis & theology, spiritual formation, and leadership skills.

When?
Volunteer with the church approx. 1 1/2 days per week. Typically 1 full day mid-week plus Friday night youth and Sunday Church.

Who?
Launch is specifically designed for Christian teens and young adults. The Internship is a great addition to a post-school gap year, can sometimes be used as a school work placement, or for anyone who can structure their work-week free up a day.

Why?
Launch is about growing a solid foundation for a lifetime of following Jesus and serving in Church life. If you're keen to spend a year seeking to accelerate your faith journey and develop Christian leadership skills then Launch is for you! Launch will give you a solid taste of Christian ministry. For some, Launch might be a great stepping stone in considering future paid ministry training (i.e. MTS Apprenticeship or Bible College) but it will benefit anyone regardless of what study, career, or work comes next.

How?
Throughout the year students will commit to volunteer ministry opportunities, training sessions, Bible exegesis skills workshops, theology tutorials, a tailored reading list, one-to-one mentoring and more. The program is designed to be an intensive and immersive learning experience whilst also allowing flexibility for part-time work. The default mode is a full day Monday and half day Sunday.

 

The 2024 Program

  • Orientation Day - Monday 29th Jan, 10am-3pm

  • Commissioning - Sunday 4th Feb
    (An opportunity for you to publicly commit to your Launch Gap Year & have your church family pray for you)

  • Mondays during state school terms. Typically:

    • 10:00 - Arrive & prep time / reading

    • 11:00 - Training Session

    • 1:00 - Lunch Break

    • 1:30 - Mentor Time

    • 2:30 - Youth DGs Set Up

    • 5:00 - Finish

  • Sunday morning various serving opportunities and general church involvement

  • A regular 1hr per week during term time session with your Launch Mentor - exploring the Bible together, prayer and general catch up / check in

  • Participating in a weekly Connect Group (weeks 2-9 of term time). Generally Sundays 7:30-9:30pm - Young Adults Connect Group

  • Various external extra activities (e.g. Camps, conferences, etc.)

 

Are you ready to take your next step?

A. Yes!

You’ll need around 15-20mins - but it will be worth it! :)

Applications for 2024 close Friday 26th Jan

 

B. Still Thinking

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