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Lititz, PA 17543 USA
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Serve for six months in another nation. Young people can serve overseas, and study along the way.
The internship program exists to see more young people engage in missionary service, serve DOVE missionaries and churches around the world, and develop cross-cultural awareness. Seventeen interns have completed placements so far, in South Africa, Germany, Scotland, the USA and Guatemala.
Interns are high school graduates aged 18 and over with a pastor’s recommendation. There is a study component throughout: a research paper on your country of assignment, a missions book to read and report on each month, and a final evaluation. An account is set up at the missions office, receipts are issued to your donors, and you draw a monthly stipend from it.
High school graduates aged 18+ with pastor recommendation
There are assignments that you will need to submit to DOVE USA Missions before and throughout your internship. These include an initial research paper on your country of assignment, reading and reporting on missions-themed books each month, and a final assignment evaluating your internship experience.
An account will be established at the DOVE USA Missions office, and we will issue receipts to donors. You will receive a monthly stipend from this account. As you prepare for your internship, we will give you fundraising advice.
The startup cost includes round-trip flight, visa, medical insurance, and study materials.
Monthly costs include rent, utilities, groceries, phone, local travel, minor medical needs, personal expenses, and tithe.
Travel insurance will be purchased for you prior to departure.
DOVE USA Missions will assist with obtaining a visa.
This will be arranged after acceptance into the program, as it depends on how many interns serve together.
It is recommended that you do not return to the USA during this program. You will be expected to take a day off each week. Friends or family may wish to visit, but we suggest no more than one such visit during your stay so as not to detract from the purpose of your time.
Please apply three or four months prior to the start of an internship.
Why so early? We want to help you prepare for your internship! This includes pre-departure meetings and training, and it also gives you plenty of time to fundraise.
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A first-year church planting budget comes with plenty of unknowns. Start with what you know, estimate what you don’t, and build a financial plan you can refine as the church grows.
A clear budget helps you anticipate expenses, recognize potential challenges, and make better financial decisions before they become urgent. Tracking income and expenses throughout your first year also gives you real numbers to work from when planning the next.
If administration isn’t your strength, involve someone who is gifted in it. The church planter doesn’t have to build the budget alone, but every church plant should have one.
For more guidance on budgeting and the church planting process, explore Church Planting Made Practical, compiled by Ron Myer with Jeff Hoglen.