Opportunity Title: Volunteer Visiting Lecturer
Location: Mbale, Uganda
Number of Positions: 1 or more
CRCNA Ministry Involved: Christian Reformed World Missions
Time Commitment: 2 to 4 weeks
Dates Opportunity is Available: any time (subject to school and field staff schedules)
Purpose:
- To teach a course in Old Testament (Pentateuch), Missiology, or Pastoral Ministries at the Pentecostal Theological College (PTC), which is the theological school of our partner, the Pentecostal Assemblies of God in Uganda (PAGU).
- To strengthen the PAGU in leadership and capacity development by teaching courses and helping to meet the staffing need at PTC.
Specific Responsibilities:
1) Teach a course in Old Testament (Pentateuch), Missiology, or Pastoral Ministries.
2) Build relationships with the community by staying open and flexible to the culture around you.
3) Live and worship with the community during the project.
4) Complete recommended reading and orientation before departure to the country.
5) Report back to congregations and to individual supporters about the work of CRWM and our partners.
Qualifications:
• Mature Christian committed to Christ, who is a Canadian or US resident
• M.Div. or equivalent theological training
• Pastoral and/or teaching experience
• Ability to work in a hot and humid climate and sometimes under difficult conditions
• Willing to follow the community's leadership in the project
• Compassionate and respectful of other cultures
• Proactive and able to work with minimal supervision in ambiguous situations
• Flexible, adaptable and able to view life with a sense of humor
Expectations of the volunteer:
1) Complete and submit a volunteer application form and resume/CV.
2) Pass a background check.
3) Raise prayer and financial support by inviting churches and individuals to give to this opportunity.
4) Attend a pre-trip orientation session in either Grand Rapids, MI or Burlington, ON.
5) Adhere to CRCNA Standards of Conduct
Budget: please note that costs are estimated and listed in US funds
Approximately $5000 US for RT transportation to and from the field, transportation on the field, housing and utilities, ministry and miscellaneous expenses.
Additional Costs – depending on each individual
Passport
Vaccinations and required prescription medication
Medical and Travel insurance
Communication
Benefits:
1) Growth in your faith and relationship with God.
2) An opportunity to foster new attitudes, perceptions and relationships.
3) A chance to learn from, serve and be served by a different culture.
4) The opportunity to share your Christian faith with others who may not know the Gospel.
5) Serve as an encouragement to Christians in Uganda.
6) Apply your current gifts and talents and discover some new ones.
7) Gain personal satisfaction by seeing first-hand how your prayers and contributions to CRWM have impacted communities in Uganda.
8) Expenses directly related to this volunteer opportunity are tax-deductible.
Support Services Provided: ServiceLink and CRWM agree to provide:
- Orientation materials.
- Ongoing logistical support.
- Support and assistance with fund-raising, if desired.
- The support of CRWM field staff and partners while on the field.
If you are interested in applying for this volunteer opportunity, please proceed to our SIGN UP page.
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