During the beginning stage of my Field Education experience, in Outreach ministry, and before any activity took place, I reflected on my ministry calling as I consider what kind of internship might best serve me on my journey. It was helpful for me to ask questions of myself such as, can I do this? Do I know enough? Will people like me? How will I fit one more thing into my busy life? Will they respect my ministry? What kind of a person do I need as a mentor? What kinds of ministry experience would best serve me? Inviting those who have known me to speak into my life. Finding a ministry that was warm and inviting was a key component for a successful experience.
The purpose of field experience is to provide opportunities for students to develop ministry skills by working alongside a mentor or practitioner in a church institution or other ministry settings that deemed appropriate. However, part of the field experience begins by listening to you heart, life and calling from God and pursuing a connection with possible Field Experience
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Nevertheless, the pastor was kind and courteous. The field education experience was not known to him, and he welcomed me with opened arms. He and a servant of the Outreach Ministry provided me with a tour of the church. It was immaculate, and the Outreach section was outstanding. More importantly, it was centered around the criteria I set for myself. I was well pleased to be able to delve into the pastor’s openness concerning the program.
Once I found the church/pastor, together we brainstorm regarding the types of learning experiences I should seek during the Field Experience. Together from my learning experience, I sought to balance my hopes and desires with ministry needs. And as I stated earlier, I spoke openly with him inviting him to do the same. He posed this question, “why have you chosen an Outreach to engaged in