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C E N T E RF O RPASTORAL LEADERSHIPPastoral Internship Program

PASTORAL INTERNSHIP OVERVIEWINTRODUCTIONEthnos Bible Church has designed a Pastoral Internship Program reserved only for people seriouslypursuing to serve in church ministry. The program seeks to equip the person with the skills necessary foreffective ministry. We give the student opportunities for direct ministry involvement under thesupervision of the Board of Elders. The program has three phases that encompass two years of ministryexperience. PHASE 1: PASTORAL HEARTThis phase includes a year of ministry experience and leadership training under the supervision ofthe Board of Elders. It seeks to discern if the student has the heart for people necessary foreffective ministry. A recommendation of the Board of Elders is required for the student to move onto the second phase of the internship.Ethnos Bible Church Nurturing Servants Devoted To God www.ethnoschurch.org1

PHASE 2: THEOLOGICAL EXAMINATIONThis phase takes place on the first part of the second year of internship. It seeks to discern if thestudent has the biblical and theological expertise necessary for effective ministry. It consists of awritten and verbal examination that takes an average of 3 months to complete.Pre-requisite: Successful completion of phase 1. PHASE 3: LEADERSHIP EVALUATIONThis phase takes place during the last part of the second year. It seeks to discern if the student hasthe pastoral leadership skills necessary for effective ministry. It consists of an objective evaluationand final interview with the board of Elders and other church leaders that have observed thestudent in ministry. Pre-requisite: Successful completion of phase 2.1. SKILLS ASSESSEDThe pastoral internship program seeks to assess the candidate’s skills in three key areas required foreffective pastoral ministry. After observing the candidate in different ministry settings, the Board ofElders is now able to objectively evaluate the leadership skills in the three areas defined below.LOVE FOR PEOPLE TEACHING SKILLS ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS A. LOVE FOR PEOPLE:The pastor must interact with people in a way that shows care and makes them feel loved.(The person who fails this section of the assessment may not continue in this program).B. TEACHING SKILLS:The pastor must teach God’s word in a way that leads to understanding and facilitatestransformation.C. ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS:The pastor must be able to provide ministry direction and mobilize God’s people to serveGod effectively.Ethnos Bible Church Nurturing Servants Devoted To God www.ethnoschurch.org2

2. CERTIFICATION FOR MINISTRYUpon completion of this internship program, the student will receive a diploma certifying that thecandidate has demonstrated the ministry skills needed for Christian ministry. There are two types ofcertification that the Elder Board may recommend based on the results of this evaluation. Thesetwo types of diplomas are described below.A. MINISTRY CERTIFICATION AREA OF MINISTRY:This diploma certifies that the person has demonstrated ministry skills useful for a broad area ofministries (excluding Senior Pastoral Leadership) that do not require complex organizationalskills. QUALIFICATIONS:In addition to passing the Biblical and Theological Examination, the candidate must excel insections A and B of the Leadership Evaluation (love for people and teaching skills).B. PASTORAL LEADERSHIP CERTIFICATION AREA OF MINISTRY:This diploma certifies that the person has demonstrated pastoral and administrative skillsneeded for the effective Senior Pastoral Leadership of the local church. QUALIFICATIONS:In addition to passing the Biblical and Theological Examination, the candidate must excel insections A, B, and C of the Leadership Evaluation (love for people, teaching skills, andorganizational skills).3. TRAINING SESSIONSIn addition to personal feedback, the Internship program provides sessions to equip the studentwith understanding in key areas of ministry: Dynamics of Leadership, Evangelism and Discipleship,Marriage Counseling, and Cultural Dynamics. With over a decade of ministry experience, ourleading Pastor teaches these sessions throughout the two years of the internship.4. EVALUATION FORMSThere are three forms used in the internship to evaluate the student. They focus on evaluatingbiblical and theological expertise as well as pastoral leadership skills.Ethnos Bible Church Nurturing Servants Devoted To God www.ethnoschurch.org3

BIBLICAL & THEOLOGICAL EXAMINATIONDo you have the biblical understanding needed for effective ministry?Name of Examination Board Member:AcceptableGoodVery y Poor2345ESSENTIALS OF THE CHRISTIAN FAITHHe has a solid understanding of the doctrine of the Bible (Inspiration,Inerrancy, and Canonicity)He has a solid understanding of the doctrine of the Trinity.He has a solid understanding of the doctrine of Salvation.He has a solid understanding of the nature and work of Jesus.He has a solid understanding of the nature and workof the Holy Spirit.BIBLICAL AND THEOLOGICAL EXPERTISEHe shows a satisfying level of Biblical knowledge.He shows a satisfying level of Theological knowledge.He shows a satisfying level of knowledge of Church History.He explains his views clearly.His arguments have logical cohesion.His answers portray expertise that inspires confidence.RECOMMENDATIONHe has shown a level of theological expertisefit for pastoral ministry.His biblical and theological views are soundand in accordance with Orthodoxy.REJECTIONHe lacks the level of theological expertiserequired for pastoral ministry.He has biblical or theological views that are 78910 Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes NoFINAL SCORE / 10(Add all the numerical values given in your answers and divide them by the equal number of answers)SPECIAL COMMENTSEthnos Bible Church Nurturing Servants Devoted To God www.ethnoschurch.org4

PASTORAL LEADERSHIP EVALUATIONDo you have the leadership skills needed for effective ministry?Name:Relationship with candidate: Elder Ministry leader Team member SpouseOutstanding10Very ry Poor3Concerning2Unacceptable1LOVE FOR PEOPLE:THE PASTOR AS A SHEPHERDN/AAThe pastor must show care for people and make them feel loved.? 1He is a good listener and encourager, making people feelsupported and loved.He gives accurate biblical counsel to people in need ofdiscernment and inspires trust by keeping confidentiality.He knows how to counsel marriages based on biblical convictions,having his own marriage as an example worth following.He lovingly and patiently confronts people in need of correction,never sacrificing truth for convenience or church politics.He is approachable and personable, reachable when needed andreliable with appointments.He responds to emails, phone calls, or messages in a timelymanner.His marriage and personal life show spiritual, emotional, andsocial maturity worth imitating.He treats people with respect and knows how to interact wellwith the opposite sex.He keeps a professional appearance and a healthy interactionwith people.He is not uptight, but knows how to laugh and joke properly.? 122334455667788991010? 12345678910? 12345678910? 12345678910? 12345678910? 12345678910? 12345678910? 12345678910? 12345678910? 12345678910FINAL SCORE / 10(Add all the numerical values given in your answers and divide them by the equal number of answers)SPECIAL COMMENTS ABOUT THESE MINISTRY SKILLS:Ethnos Bible Church Nurturing Servants Devoted To God www.ethnoschurch.org5

UnacceptableConcerningVery PoorPoorInconsistentPassableAcceptableGoodVery GoodOutstandingTEACHING SKILLS:THE PASTOR AS A TEACHERThe pastor must teach God’s word in a way that leads to understandingand facilitates transformation.? 12345678910? 123456789102His displays a solid biblical & theological understanding thatinspires trust.He explains and defends biblical doctrine with cohesion.? 123456789103He proclaims biblical truth with authority and clarity.? 123456789104? 123456789105His teaching is relevant, enabling people to understand & applyGod’s word in their daily lives.His teaching is engaging.? 123456789106He is well prepared when teaching or preaching.? 123456789107His life is consistent with his teaching.? 123456789108He displays a godly character worth imitating.? 123456789109He knows how to explain the gospel in a way that engages theunbeliever and leads to understanding.? 1234567891010He knows how to disciple people through mentorship.? 123456789101N/ABFINAL SCORE / 10(Add all the numerical values given in your answers and divide them by the equal number of answers)SPECIAL COMMENTS ABOUT THESE MINISTRY SKILLS:Ethnos Bible Church Nurturing Servants Devoted To God www.ethnoschurch.org6

910Outstanding8Very ry Poor1ConcerningThe pastor must be able to provide ministry direction and mobilizeGod’s people to serve God effectively.UnacceptableORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS:THE PASTOR AS AN OVERSEERN/AC? 12345678910When leading, he has a clear idea of what needs to be done and? 1 2 3 4 5 6 7the ability to make it happen.He communicates his ideas with clarity and conviction, inspiring? 1 2 3 4 5 6 7trust and motivating people to action.He displays a healthy self-esteem; he is teachable, humble, quick? 1 2 3 4 5 6 7to own his mistakes & apologize, and welcomes criticism as anopportunity for growth.He displays a genuine desire to build God’s kingdom rather than? 1 2 3 4 5 6 7his own, never putting others down but valuing other people’sabilities as an asset to the team.He is able to interact with opposing ideas in a healthy and non? 1 2 3 4 5 6 7manipulative way, valuing the input of people from the team.He makes people working with him feel valued, never showing? 1 2 3 4 5 6 7favoritism or enmity, and solving interpersonal conflicts withgodliness.He displays good judgment, proposing intelligent solutions,? 1 2 3 4 5 6 7ensuring effective execution, and managing resources wisely.He manages time well, planning in advance, showing initiative,? 1 2 3 4 5 6 7and avoiding procrastination.He is creative and implements changes that are intelligently? 1 2 3 4 5 6 7thought through.He serves with his best effort, avoiding mediocrity and pursuing? 1 2 3 4 5 6 7excellence in all of his endeavors.FINAL SCORE / 10(Add all the numerical values given in your answers and divide them by the equal number of ECIAL COMMENTS ABOUT THESE MINISTRY SKILLS:Ethnos Bible Church Nurturing Servants Devoted To God www.ethnoschurch.org7

After sharing your evaluation and discussing it with the Elder Board, provide your final assessment:DFINAL ASSESSMENT1He has the character required for pastoral ministryHe has the love for people required for pastoral ministryHe has the teaching skills required for pastoral ministryHe has the leadership skills required for pastoral ministry234 Yes Yes Yes Yes No No No NoMY FINAL RECOMMENDATION:(This section is only for Elder Board)Select the recommended diploma: Ministry Diploma Pastoral Leadership Diploma“To the best of my knowledge, I have answered this assessment with all honesty and objectivity,and my final recommendation reflects my convictions accurately.”Name:Date:Signature:Ethnos Bible Church Nurturing Servants Devoted To God www.ethnoschurch.org8

Pastoral Internship Evaluation- Final Interview(Sample Score)Candidate:NAMELOVE FOR PEOPLE:THE PASTOR AS ASHEPHERDThe pastor must show carefor people and make themfeel loved.TEACHING SKILLS:THE PASTOR AS ATEACHERORGANIZATIONALSKILLS:THE PASTOR AS ANOVERSEERThe pastor must teach God’sword in a way that leads tounderstanding and facilitatestransformation.The pastor must be able toprovide ministry directionand mobilize God’s people toserve God 08.3Elder7.87.06.0Team member9.18.759.7Team 8.48.18.0*Not included in total calculationSelect the recommended diploma: Ministry Diploma Pastoral Leadership DiplomaEthnos Bible Church Nurturing Servants Devoted To God www.ethnoschurch.org9

PHASE 3: LEADERSHIP EVALUATION This phase takes place during the last part of the second year. It seeks to discern if the student has the pastoral leadership skills necessary for effective ministry. It consists of an objective evaluation and final interview with the board