Opportunity Title: Volunteer Visiting Lecturer
Location: Lusaka, Zambia
Number of Positions: 1
CRCNA Ministry Involved: Christian Reformed World Missions
Time Commitment: 2 to 4 weeks – Classes are usually 11 weeks in length but can be condensed to accommodate the needs of the visiting lecturer.
Dates Opportunity is Available: Immediately
Purpose:
- To teach a course in Old Testament or New Testament at the Justo Mwale Theological College (JMTC), which is the theological school of our partner, the Reformed Church in Zambia (RCZ).
- To strengthen the RCZ in leadership and capacity development by teaching courses and helping to meet the staffing need at JMTC.
Specific Responsibilities:
FIELD RESPONSIBILITIES
• Teach a course in Old Testament or New Testament.
NORTH AMERICAN RESPONSIBILITIES
• Educate the CRCNA and others about the nature of the global church and its mission.
• Encourage CRC churches to develop a deeper passion and involvement in international missions.
• Communicate the nature and value of CRWM's ministries to the CRCNA and beyond and participate in support-raising for those ministries by developing and maintaining a network of supporting churches and individuals which will provide prayer, care and financial support for the ministry.
Qualifications:
• Mature Christian committed to Christ, who is a Canadian or US resident
• M.Div. or equivalent theological training
• Proficiency in biblical languages (Hebrew and Greek)
• Pastoral and/or teaching experience
• Compassionate and respectful of other cultures
• 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) Ability to pass a background check;
3) Raise prayer and financial support by inviting individuals, businesses and /or churches to give to this opportunity;
4) Attend an orientation session in the Home Office
5) Adhere to CRCNA Standards of Conduct
Budget: please note that costs are estimated and listed in US funds
$5000 US for RT transportation to and from the field, transportation on the field, housing and utilities, m and ministry and miscellaneous expenses.
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 Zambia;
6) Apply your current gifts and talents and discover some new ones;
7) Develop a personal perspective on poverty, missions and/or development work;
8) Grow in your understanding of the basic principles for international missions
9) Gain personal satisfaction by seeing first-hand how your prayers and contributions to CRWM have impacted communities in Zambia;
10) Assist in educating and raising awareness within North America about the social/political situation in Zambia.
11) Expenses directly related to this volunteer opportunity are tax-deductible.
Support Services Provided: ServiceLink and CRWM agree to provide:
- orientation materials as well as ongoing logistics and support to meet the needs of the volunteers and local community;
- pre-trip orientation (required)
- consultation and/or visits by missionary staff when available;
- opportunity to help volunteers link their individual/church’s mission and vision to work being done;
If you are interested in applying for this volunteer opportunity, please proceed to our SIGN UP page.
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