This article describes a research project that looks at the relationship between mentors, interns, and field advisors on a theological internship programme by way of the theory and practice relationship as it relates to the university and field context. The work of Hans Georg Gadamer is used as a framework for understanding the interviews using action research to examine and improve the researcher's own practices in the mentor and intern relationship. Three themes emerged: emotional uncertainty of mentors and interns as it is connected with the field advisor; the role of the field advisor as reflective friend; and the field advisor as insider/outsider role. The article concludes with recommendations for field advising and the curriculum. (Contains 1 note.)