Description

Classification: Intern, 20 hrs/wk, Non-Exempt, 1-year commitment

Ministry Area: Next Gen – Middle School Ministry

Location: Chanhassen

Reports to: Dan Johnson

Westwood’s Way of Life:

Be and love like Jesus

Westwood’s Heartbeat:

To know God and share Jesus through loving others here, near, and far

Ministry Area Purpose:

Middle School Ministry exists to partner with middle school students and their families to help them become followers of Jesus and know they are loved by God, empowered by His Holy Spirit, and called to share Jesus with the world around them.

Role:

Intentionally invest in gaining experience and knowledge for professional, personal, and spiritual development.

Responsibilities:

Assist the Middle School Pastor in giving sermons on Wednesday nights and/or Sunday mornings
Assist in recruiting, training, and leadership of volunteers and volunteer teams
Help implement and support vision and direction set by the Middle School Pastor.
Support a multiplication model of ministry
Assist in planning and executing camps, retreats, and events
Participate in regular mentoring and feedback meetings with the Middle School Pastor for leadership development.
Be available for occasional weekend or evening commitments as ministry requires.
Build intentional relationships with students through presence, follow-up, and participation in programming.
Participate in regular check-ins and a mid-year/end-of-year evaluation.
Carry out other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor
Align to and live out the Westwood Staff Values: Head High, Heart Soft, Arms Linked, Feet Forward

Requirements

Someone who lives a life that honors God in heart, actions, and relationships, with the goal of becoming more like Jesus
Pursuing a baccalaureate degree
Volunteer experience in youth ministry (1 year preferred)
Ability to lead others in large scale design and implementation relevant to a student demographic
Ability to teach and preach the word of God
Excellent interpersonal communication skills
Basic familiarity with church communication tools (e.g., Planning Center, ProPresenter, Canva, etc.) is a plus.
Ability to handle conflict in a mature way
Ability to meet deadlines and work with a team
A posture of teachability and adaptability
Endorse Westwood’s Statement of Faith
Participate in required team events: Orientation (September 8th, 2026) and Intensives (October 26-28th, 2026 and April 5-7th, 2027)

Westwood began in 1995 in an unlikely location. The Chanhassen Dinner Theatre was an unconventional setting that fostered a friendliness that still characterizes Westwood today. In 2003, the church moved to 57 acres of rolling farmland in Chanhassen. People come from all over the Twin Cities and from many faith backgrounds. Whether, like many that visit, you are exploring the Christian faith for the first time or are seeking to deepen an existing relationship with God, you are welcome at Westwood! At all our services the messages present biblical truth in a way that you can apply to your life situation. Community is a vital part of Westwood. You will find many avenues to develop friendships and find support. Our kids and students are a high priority. In partnership with parents, we want our kids and students to know God personally and have their lives shaped by His love and grace. Our Preschool, Children's Ministry (birth-grade 5) and Student Ministry (grades 6-12) are designed to be a great resource for your family. To explore Westwood further, take a look at www.westwoodcc.org.

Middle School Ministry Intern

Middle School Ministry Intern

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