The work of ACMNP is carried out by individuals of many ages and educational backgrounds. As a member of an ACMNP Ministry Team you will participate in preparing and leading worship services that include short sermons, prayers, responsive readings, and music. Our various responsibilities are outlined below, acting as guides and allowing for the flexibility this ministry often requires. Apply online and send us three completed reference forms for a placement opportunity.

MINISTRY STAFF LEADER

ACMNP Ministry Staff Leaders are recognized by the National Office to provide organizational direction to the Ministry Team during the summer. We generally apply this responsibility to seminarians and other mature leaders. Seminarian leadership is key to an ACMNP Ministry Team whether exemplified by preaching, preparing worship services, or organizing a staff. Taking on this responsibility strengthens a seminarian’s ability to organize and deliver sermons, resolve conflict, and provide pastoral care.

MINISTRY STAFF MEMBER

Those who accept a placement offer from the ACMNP National Office are Ministry Staff Members, the majority being college and university student leaders. Serving with ACMNP is a multi-faceted adventure that includes teaching, leading, listening, working, and offering recreation ideas. Specific responsibilities will be discussed by your Ministry Team and Ministry Staff Leader after arriving to the park.

• National Park Locations

  ACMNP serves more than 25 national park communities each summer. These areas of wild beauty and intentional preservation are stunning places for summer ministry. Serving with ACMNP is an opportunity to discover the secrets these parks have to offer.

• The ACMNP Experience

  What does a summer with ACMNP include? What sort of experience can I expect? These questions and many more are addressed in this section. Get a glimpse of a summer in the parks with ACMNP.

• Apply Now

  Our application can be completed online. Three (3) references are required with the application. We give priority to early applicants and those who can serve 90 days or longer, generally between May and September.