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Tim Jenks 2018-19 Intern

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​When we first started the Erēmos Internship last fall, I did not know exactly what to expect. Alumni of the Internship would tell me how hard it would be. While that has been partially true, it has also been a great and very necessary learning experience. When I finished Taking Back Ground last May, I thought I would be finished and ready to move on to other ministries. But as I reflected on it more, I realized that a bit more training and learning would be to my benefit, so I decided to apply for the Erēmos Internship.

​After 70 years of avoiding close, healthy, same-sex relationships, Erēmos has encouraged me to press into developing those. It is still a struggle, but I am making progress. One of my huge endeavors is to become more in touch with my emotions. This has been very difficult for me after growing up in a family where that was not emphasized. While it is still a labor, I am thankful for the efforts to help me grow in this area.

I have long felt that the Lord is leading me to a ministry of sharing the Gospel with homosexual men primarily. Being a part of Erēmos this year is giving me confidence to carry on with that in the coming years. I know that even if I separate into another ministry that MVF will be here to give me encouragement, guidance, and advice.

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  • About
    • About Us
    • Virtual Tour
    • MVF on Facebook
    • MVF on Instagram
    • YouTube Channel
    • Upcoming Events
    • Contact Us
  • Find Support
    • Get Started
    • Individual Support
    • Group Support
    • Current Participants
    • Support Program Retreat
    • Summer Program
  • Learn More
    • Stories
    • Newsletter
    • Speaking
    • Resources
    • ​Community Events
    • Erēmos Internship
  • Partner with MVF
    • Pray
    • Volunteer
    • Give
    • Partnership Stories
    • Benefit Dinner
    • Past Events
  • For Pastors
    • Church Resources
    • Ministry Consultation
    • Speaking
    • Pastor's Lunch
    • Identity Month
  • Store