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Antioch Townsville Internship Program
At Antioch Church, we envision a community where people encounter and follow Jesus, disciples are raised and sent out, and Townsville is transformed.
Our mission is clear: Reach the lost. Disciple the city. Transform nations.
We believe God calls each person to a unique role in this mission.
The Antioch Internship is designed to help you discover and develop your God-given calling, equipping you to grow spiritually, personally, and professionally, and to change the world for Jesus.
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Monthly one-on-one meetings with a Heart Coach for spiritual and emotional growth.
Ongoing emphasis on cultivating a servant’s heart, humility, and integrity.
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Hands-on ministry experience in at least one department.
Direct mentorship and discipleship from the pastor.
Participation in leadership meetings, contributing to vision shaping and ministry leadership.
Monthly leadership training on vision, meetings, and organisational skills from Antioch and other local leaders.
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Monthly theological discussions to deepen understanding of Scripture and church.
Opportunities to identify, practice, and grow in spiritual gifts.
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Integration into the life of the church and its culture.
Opportunities to shape community life and serve at events.
Program Overview:
The internship focuses on four key areas:
The internship focuses on four key areas:
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Interns are expected to live as examples of Christ and embrace Antioch’s culture by demonstrating:
A servant’s heart in all they do.
Humility and teachability.
Punctuality and reliability.
Regular commitment to Sunday morning services.
Clear and timely communication.
A lifestyle above reproach that honours Christ and the church.
Expectations
General Responsibilities
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While specific duties are tailored to each intern’s gifts and passions, all interns will:
Assist the pastor in shaping and advancing the vision of the church.
Develop and launch initiatives alongside leaders.
Actively engage in leadership development through reading, online training, and practice.
Lead or co-lead a Life Group/ ministry.
Participate in leadership meetings (once every two months).
Support administrative and ministry needs.
Take part in outreach. For example: hospital visits, campus ministry, evangelism, speaking opportunities, and possible short term missions trips.