this is where i spent my spring break this past school year.... the current coordinator will be leaving in the spring to attend seminary in georgia which means this placement is open.... and exists as.... a possibility?
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Pasos de Fe U.S. Coordinator
Organization: Presbyterian Border Ministry
Location: Various MEXICO
Ecumenical Partner: National Presbyterian Church of Mexico (INPM)
Pattern of Service: Mission Volunteer (International)
Position description: This position will enhance the opportunity for PC(USA) members and congregations to participate in the joint mission of the National Presbyterian Church of Mexico and the PCUSA, as described in the Covenant Agreement between our tow churches, and to strengthen mission education and relationships within the two churches.
Essential job tasks and responsibilities: a. Basic Purpose of the Work:
Support the local Presbyterian churches
Facilitate Mission Team Ministry.
Coordinate constituency interpretation.
Coordinate / communicate with PC(USA) Worldwide Ministries Division and Border Ministry
b.Responsibilities/Tasks to be Performed:
A. Facilitate mission teams
1. Communicate with groups who want to visit the partner church.
2. Assist the group in scheduling site visits and activities that reflect the partner's priorities and the interests and composition of the visiting group; facilitate logistical arrangements when feasible.
3. Identify opportunities to worship and serve with members of local churches and communities, and to see and discuss the ministry of the church, in the particular historical, cultural, social context.
4. Prepare and send a basic orientation packet for trip leaders to use in preparing their group for the visit to include: basic information about the partner and the PC(USA) relationship; ministries in which it is engaged; cultural norms and expectations; and logistical arrangements or options; a short reading list.
5. Plan and coordinate the initial orientation of groups.
6. Accompany groups and ensure that group reflection time is scheduled regularly and facilitated.
7. Conduct written and oral evaluation at the end of the visit; use results to improve future programming.
B. Coordinate interpretation
1. Create and send a newsletter and other mission interpretation activities.
2. Develop/maintain a database of visitors to the site.
C. Programming
1. Plan and host activities for pastors and communities.
2. Plan and coordinate future programs for Pasos de Fe
3. Prepare and give presentations at churches and organizations as requested.
D. Coordinate / communicate with PC(USA) Worldwide Ministries Division and Border Ministry
1. Participate in global evaluation and mission materials development efforts with mission personnel engaged in similar activities and with the International Involvement Experiences Office.
2. Maintain regular communications with the Area Office and the International Involvement Experiences Office and the Border Ministry Office concerning individuals and groups scheduled for visits.
3. Provide an annual listing of groups that have visited, to include church or other sponsoring body; names of all participants with contact information; total number of groups and individuals served.
Mission description: Presbyterian Border Ministry (PBM)is a joint labor of the PCUSA and the National Presbyterian Church of Mexico. It is called to share a holistic gospel with those who live along the 2,000 mile US/Mexico border, by respoinding to spiritual, emotional, physical and material needs. Visiting mission groups learn about the spiritual, cultural, and social benefits of striving for mutual mission.
Programs: new church development, ministries of compassion, mission education through mission team visits and promoting justice in all areas.
Length of service: 2 years
Start date: 01/2007
End date: 12/2008
Full time, part time or either: Full-Time
Settings:
* Development
* Ecumenical Partnership
* Education
* Evangelism
* Social Justice/Advocacy
Interest categories:
* Education / Training/ Library
* Mission Service (International)
* Funds Development / Stewardship
* Congregational Support
* Social Justice / Advocacy
* Community Development / Social Services
* Accounting / Auditing
* Hospitality for Groups and Delegates
* Management / Administration
Description of program location: PBM has seven ministry sites along the US/MX border each with its' own name: "Puentes de Cristo"(Bridges for Christ) McAllen, TX/Reynosa, MX, "Laredos Unidos" (United Laredos) Laredo, TX/Nuevo Laredo, MX, "Proyecto Amistad" (Project Friendship) Eagle Pass/Piedras Negra, MX, "Pasos de Fe" (Steps of Faith) El Paso, TX/Juarez, MX, "Frontera de Cristo" (Christ's Border) Douglas, AZ/Agua Prieta,MX, "Companeros en Mision" (Companions in Mission)Nogales, AZ/Nogales, MX, "Pueblos Hermanos" (Sisterly/Brotherly peoples)San Diego, CA/Tijuana, MX.
Required skills, talents and gifts:
* Word processing
* Writing
* Informing
* Developing promotional material
* Reporting
* Budgeting
* Funds development
* Active listening
* Providing support
* Cooperative
* Working with people
* Dependability
* Relating
* Cross cultural sensitivity
* Planning
* Problem solving
* Organizing
* Motivating others
* Negotiating
* Mediating
* Scheduling
* Spiritual development
* Program administration
* Hospitality
* Training
* Flexibility
* Committee Coordination
* Adaptability
* Works as team member
Desired skills, talents and gifts:
* Web development
* Public speaking
* Marketing/Sales
* Accounting
* Stewardship
* Grant writing
* Confidence
* Assertiveness
* Articulate
* Mentoring
* Decision-making
* Evangelism
* Youth programs
* Time management
* Multi-tasking
Required experience, licenses and certifications: Experience working across cultures and with groups.
Experience working with people of varying theological backgrounds and stances.
Ecclesiastical status:
* PC(USA) Candidate for Ordained Ministry
* Minister of another denomination
* Member of PC(USA) Congregation
* PC(USA) Elder
* PC(USA) Deacon
* PC(USA) Christian Educator
* Member of another Christian Community
* PC(USA) Presbyterian Minister of Word and Sacrament
Required education and languages: University degree. Knowledge of Spanish is preferred. Willingness to learn Spanish is a must.
Position benefits: This is a stipended position with full health and pension benefits.
Housing: Housing is the responsibility of the volunteer.
Salary: Stipend
Contact: Mission Service Recruitment
Email: msr@ctr.pcusa.org
Phone: 888-728-7228 Ext. 2530
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