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Dufur Christian Church

https://www.dufurchristianchurch.org/

About the Organization

Organization Description

Located just south of the Columbia River Gorge with a stunning view of Mt. Hood, Dufur is a tight-knit farming town where relationships are everything. Ministry here happens at the local park, the school, and the coffee shop. It’s the perfect place to experience the heart of small-town ministry.Our church serves as a spiritual anchor in a tight-knit farming community of about 600 people. We value:Biblical Teaching: We focus on practical, life-changing truth that helps families navigate the modern world.Relational Connection: Because we are a smaller congregation (averaging 100+ on Sundays), we believe in "knowing and being known."Community Presence: We believe the church should be the "front porch" of the community—a place where neighbors feel welcome and supported.
  • Organization Name
    Dufur Christian Church
  • Organization Location
    Dufur, OR, United States of America
  • Number of Employees
    3
  • Average Weekly Church Attendance
    110

About the Position

Position Description

Dufur Christian Church is looking for a relational, self-starting intern to help us reach families in our beautiful wheat-country community. This summer, our focus is Family and Fellowship. We want someone who is passionate about building a healthy church family and is ready to get their hands dirty in rural ministry.

What You’ll Do

  • Event Coordination: Take the lead on planning and executing our Spring and Summer family outreach events.
  • Family Outreach: Build relationships with local families and find creative ways to connect the church to the community.
  • Children’s Ministry: Bolster our Sunday morning and midweek kids' programming.
  • Worship/Music (Optional): If you have musical talent, there are plenty of opportunities to lead or assist our worship team.

Located just south of the Columbia River Gorge with a stunning view of Mt. Hood, Dufur is a tight-knit farming town where relationships are everything. Ministry here happens at the local park, the school, and the coffee shop. It’s the perfect place to experience the heart of small-town ministry.

The Details Position Type: Paid Summer Internship. Housing: Provided by a local host family. Mentorship: You will work directly with our Lead Pastor and Elders to grow your leadership and administrative skills. How to Apply If you love Jesus, love kids, and want to spend a summer making a real impact in a rural community, we want to hear from you! Contact: Pastor Tim Fain

  • Position Name
    Intern
  • Position Location
    Dufur, OR, United States of America
  • Position Start Date
    2026-06-01 00:00:00
  • Position End Date
    2026-08-07 00:00:00

Position Ministry Type

  • Internship

Position Employment Type

  • Full-time

Applicant Next Steps

Introduce Yourself: Send an email to Pastor Tim Fain at [email protected]. Include a brief introduction about who you are and why you are interested in ministry.Submit Your Resume: Attach a current resume that highlights your experience with children’s ministry, event planning, or music.Schedule a Call: Once we receive your email, we will reach out to schedule a 20-minute video call or phone interview to get to know you better and answer any questions you have about Dufur.Final Interview: Top candidates will have a more in-depth interview with Pastor Tim and a member of the Elder board.

Intern

Tim Fain Ministry Intern (Family)
(503) 310-2601 [email protected] PO Box 425 Dufur, OR, United States of America