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 Sunday, December 19, 2004, 21:46:59 EST | Category: Wanted |
| URL: | http://dsmccrae@rglobal.net | | Notice: | We live in the Antelope Valley in Southern California and are seeking to
fellowship at a Brethren church. Specifically, the areas are in north Los
Angeles County; Lancaster, Palmdale area, but we are willing to drive further
if necessary. We appreciate any help you can give us. David McCrae |
| Saturday, December 18, 2004, 16:11:48 EST | Category: Question |
| URL: | | | Notice: | I am trying to locate members of the Brethern, Amish, Mennonite and other
conscientious objectors who did public sevice as an alternative to the
military.I am seeking people who performed their service at Crownsville State
Hospital in Maryland. I am looking for personal statements, oral histories or
any other documents that could be placed in a collection at the Maryland State
Archives to be used by future researchers.I am a volunteer at the Archives who
also had worked at Crownsville. Crownsville Hospital is now closed and
records of those doing alternative service are not existant in the Archives.
Your assistance is appreciated. Paul Lurz |
| Saturday, December 18, 2004, 16:10:55 EST | Category: Question |
| URL: | | | Notice: | I am trying to locate members of the Brethern, Amish, Mennonite and other
conscientious objectors who did public sevice as an alternative to the
military.I am seeking people who performed their service at Crownsville State
Hospital in Maryland. I am looking for personal statements, oral histories or
any other documents that could be placed in a collection at the Maryland State
Archives to be used by future researchers.I am a volunteer at the Archives who
also had worked at Crownsville. Crownsville Hospital is now closed and
records of those doing alternative service are not existant in the Archives.
Your assistance is appreciated. Paul Lurz |
| Tuesday, December 7, 2004, 20:58:24 EST | Category: Job Position |
| URL: | | | Notice: | i am a pastor who is looking for a church, i am 46 years of age, i am led by
the spirit and in the center of God's will. if anyone knows of a non
denomination church that is looking for a pastor please e-mail me. |
| Sunday, December 5, 2004, 09:14:09 EST | Category: General |
| URL: | | | Notice: | On June 27, 2004, my departed sister June Marie Fairburn posted a prayer on
this website. I viewed the prayer and was wanting to copy it and save it and
any other prayers that she may have posted here. Unfortunately, the prayer
was purged from the list recently.
My sister, June Marie Fairburn went missing on 24 August 2004. On November
19th her remains were discovered in a woods area in Fort Worth Tx. Her
family really misses her and would greatly appreciate any help you could
provide.
Thanks so much.
Rick Buckner |
| Thursday, November 4, 2004, 04:21:54 EST | Category: Job Position |
| URL: | | | Notice: | I am 54 years old and have done my MBA. I have vast experience in
Administration,Human Resource Management and Marketing. I am looking for a job
anywhere in the world. |
| Thursday, October 21, 2004, 21:04:14 EST | Category: Event |
| URL: | http://www.churchfolk.com | | Notice: |
Wanted: Pastor's, Minister's and Ministries we're asking everyone who can to join
us on January 17,2005.Generals,Captains and team leaders of the Body of Christ,
My brothers and sisters come forth in the name of Jesus Christ our lord & savior
an make a differents.Let east,west,north and south be affected by this great
march "shaking" with God's Glory.Church must come together in Unity with his
power of anoiting of LOVE Communication toward one another.
Churches and Communities UNITE
Dickerson Center and PAL Center C.M.T.N.Ministries
308 MLK BLVD P.O. BOX 10782
Daytona Beach,Florida Daytona Beach,Florida
386-671-8051 386-257-6784
contact:Sammy Jackson
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| Monday, October 18, 2004, 11:27:29 EST | Category: Question |
| URL: | | | Notice: | Hi. I am trying to lacate info on the history/beliefs of a group called the
Free Bretheren. Is anyone familiar wiht this group that exists, at least, in
southern PA?
Also, as a side, what would the Bretheren reaction be to the Pentecostal
experience as classical Pentecostals/Charismatics would explain it? Are their
Charismatic Bretheren? |
| Wednesday, October 13, 2004, 24:26:13 EST | Category: Wanted |
| URL: | | | Notice: | We are an older couple looking for a few select individuals for our own
farming operation.This position is preferrably for the long term with our lord
as the primary focus.No music or alcohol or drug users need apply.The help is
in return for food and shelter and the building together for a future
generation and expansion of our operation.We are close to Calgary Alberta
Canada.Our community is a small rural type with agriculture and farming and
associated chores daily .We have a family (children)who have mostly chosen
alternative lives for themselves so we are in urgent need of people with a
strong urge for accomplishing our goals. |
| Saturday, September 25, 2004, 11:48:02 EST | Category: Wanted |
| URL: | | | Notice: | For those of you who may have families associated with both the Church of the
Brethren and Brethren Churches, we are looking old copies of the Brethren
Evangelist that may be in your or your grandparents attics.
The issues we are looking for are 1890-1893, volumes 12-15.
Please contact me, Cal Sale at 515-491-5255. |
| Monday, September 20, 2004, 19:09:54 EST | Category: Question |
| URL: | | | Notice: | I apologize if this is an inappropriate question to be posted in this area. I
was just visited by three members of the Old German Baptist Church who wanted
some real estate information after they left I did a google in an attempt to
find out more about this religion, which I had never heard of. As with most
religions or denominations that I have tried to research online there does not
seem to be adequate information regarding what your beliefs are or how they
differ from that of other Christian faiths. I am very curious about different
faiths and like to try to learn as much about all persons and there beliefs as
possible. If someone could just send me some links where I can find this
information, or a quick description or outline of the church I would really
appreciate it. And again if this is an inappropriate place to ask this I am
very sorry. Thank you for your time. |
| Thursday, August 19, 2004, 11:05:42 EST | Category: Announcement |
| URL: | | | Notice: | Willard and Jewel McDaniel observe their 65th wedding anniversary
August 25, 2004.
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| Monday, August 16, 2004, 09:11:48 EST | Category: General |
| URL: | | | Notice: | just want to witness a miracle in my life. i had been worried about a laundry
mixup of my husband's shirts (which he is very careful about). i would be in
deep trouble and begged God to sort it out. Miraculously both the mixups were
sorted out. even in our daily small things, God does wonders!
Praise Him! IT may not seem a big deal to some of uyou, but when one thing
weighs on ur mind, it is important and God understands
Praise Him!
Tess |
| Monday, August 9, 2004, 10:07:42 EST | Category: Announcement |
| URL: | http://home.att.net/~bandb14139/ | | Notice: | "Overcome EVIL with GOOD," the BIBLE states. Recently released 204-page, TRUE
tale, "Arlyne Lucille: From Hellish Depths to Heavenly Heights," by Arlyne
Warner with Bonnie Lemke, ISBN# 0-7414-1803-7, sold at 877-BUY BOOK or
buybooksontheweb.com, tells how our Lord and Master does just that. This
exciting story shares the way in which Christ turns about violence and
instability in an abused addict's life. Excerpts are viewable at Bonnie and
Bill Homepage, Arlyne Lucille - http://home.att.net/~bandb14139 - along with
ratings of popular USA vacation and campground spots. |
| Sunday, August 8, 2004, 19:51:41 EST | Category: Wanted |
| URL: | | | Notice: | Hi my name is sarah and i am recently divorcie.... i am trying to consolodate
my loans and bills in to one payment... and can't seem to find any one to help
me.... the banks say i don't have credit of my own or my credit is bad....
i have joint custody of three children two that are minor and one that is a
teenager.... i live in montreal canada looking for help with a loan in order to
get my life back together all i need is someone to give me the chance i need to
be able to do that
thanks sarah |
| Friday, August 6, 2004, 08:40:23 EST | Category: Job Position |
| URL: | http://www.brethren.org/genbd/GeneralSecretary/Elgin.htm#CME | | Notice: | Publishers of the forthcoming Gather ’Round Sunday school curriculum seek
experienced, full-time editor to help edit materials, manage scheduling and
production of all products, and assist project director with overall
development and administration. Applicants should be well-grounded in Mennonite
or Church of the Brethren beliefs and practices, have excellent editorial and
communication skills, and have high ability to manage detail. Denominational
balance on project staff will be a significant factor in selection.
Location: Elgin, Ill., preferred.
Start date: Negotiable, but participation in September writers conference
desired.
Contact Anna Speicher, project director, at gatherround@brethren.org or 1451
Dundee Ave., Elgin, IL 60120. Phone 800-323-8039, ext. 209.
Deadline for
applications: Sept. 3.
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| Friday, August 6, 2004, 08:36:11 EST | Category: Job Position |
| URL: | http://www.brethren.org/abc/about/job_opening.html | | Notice: | Hillcrest is a 400-resident CCRC and Church of the Brethren facility in
LaVerne, Calif. Hillcrest seeks applicants for Vice President of Health
Services (Assisted Living, Alzheimer, Skilled Nursing, and Residential Living).
Master plan includes significant and positive changes for Health Services.
Candidate must have excellent communication skills, leadership abilities and
collaborative abilities. NHA required. RCFE preferred. Resumes accepted until
Sept. 17, 2004. Contact Ralph McFadden, by e-mail Rmcfadden_abc@brethren.org. Fax
(847) 742-5160. |
| Monday, August 2, 2004, 10:50:58 EST | Category: Job Position |
| URL: | | | Notice: | Christ Community Church in Zion, Illinois seeks an experienced, full-time
minister of music with a vision for the arts. Position includes overseeing
conservatory, orchestra, band, choirs, praise teams and the historic Zion
Passion Play. For position description, please contact: Ms. Rebecca Langley,
rlangley@ccczion.org or 847-872-4803. |
| Sunday, July 18, 2004, 20:20:53 EST | Category: Event |
| URL: | | | Notice: | Dunkard Valley Live is a Christian Music Festival sponsored By the Codorus
Church of the Brethren.It will be held on August the 14th at the church
softball field, so bring blankets or chairs. The event will be from 9 AM until
8 PM with groups and soloists, mostly from this area, switching approxiamtely
every 1/2 hour. There will be a variety of music as well as two speakers during
the day. There will be food available, comfort station, prayer tent,shuttle
service from the parking at the church, lots of great music, and of course
great fellowship while praising our wonderful savior Jesus Christ. This is a
FREE festival so come on out and enjoy a full day of music and worship!! SEE
YOU THERE!! |
| Thursday, July 1, 2004, 16:56:03 EST | Category: Job Position |
| URL: | | | Notice: | The Indian Creek Church of the Brethren is looking for someone with a music
background who might also be willing to serve in some other roles. We’ve
simply called the position Choir Director+, but the final form (and title) of
this position will be influenced greatly by the gifts, interests and experience
of the person that God leads to us. Here is the essence of our position
description at this point in time.
Position: Choir Director+
“The ICCB choir consists of approximately 30 fun-loving, music-loving teens and
adults who are eager to see their music ministry continue to bless the church
and bring glory to God. The only thing missing is a fun-loving, music-loving
director. This position could require as few as 5-6 hours per week. However,
we would be eager to explore the possibilities of expanding the position to
include office assistance and/or other areas of ministry (perhaps up to 30-40
hours per week). The actual job description, as well as the title, will be
determined in part by the qualifications and interests of the candidate.
Salary will be negotiated.
Indian Creek Church of the Brethren is a 200-member, evangelical Brethren
congregation, located 25 miles northwest of Philadelphia. If you have any
interest whatsoever in exploring the possibility of ministry at ICCB, please
let us know by July 22nd. Contact Pastor Mark Baliles. We would love to hear
from you today!”
Indian Creek Church of the Brethren
821 Main St.
Harleysville, PA 19438
215-256-9330
iccb19438@juno.com
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| Wednesday, June 30, 2004, 08:09:37 EST | Category: Job Position |
| URL: | http://www.brethren.org/genbd/ministry/distvac.htm | | Notice: | DISTRICT MINISTER
MIDDLE PENNSYLVANIA DISTRICT
This is a full time position available January 1, 2005.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Serve as executive officer of the Congregational Ministry Coordinating
Team , (CMCT) giving general oversight to the planning and implementation of
district ministries as directed by District Conference and the CMCT, and
providing linkages to congregations, the General Board and other denominational
agencies. Oversee planning, implementing and evaluating District programs.
- Assisting congregations in facilitating effective pastoral placement.
- Supervise and evaluate all other employed district staff.
- Provide effective means of communication at all levels within the district.
- Provide pastoral care and counseling for ministers and their families.
- Assist with consultation services, support and resourcing to congregations.
- Intentionally pursue personal spiritual and professional growth.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- A clear commitment to Jesus Christ demonstrated by a vibrant spiritual
life.
- A commitment to New Testament values.
- A commitment to Church of the Brethren faith and heritage.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and mediation skills.
- Strong administrative, management, and budget skills.
- M.Div or related Masters, ordination, and a minimum of 7 years of pastoral
or related experience.
Interested and qualified persons may apply for this position by sending a
letter of interest and resume via email to: DistrictMinistries_gb@Brethren.
org.
Applicants are requested to contact 3 or 4 persons to provide a letter of
reference. Upon receipt of resume, the candidate will be sent a Candidate
Profile which must be completed and returned before the application is
considered complete.
Application deadline: August 31, 2004
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| Saturday, June 26, 2004, 23:03:34 EST | Category: Question |
| Title: | looking for past family member who was member of your c | Contact: | | | Sent by: | ruth Biddle | E-mail: | ruthee@cox.net |
| URL: | | | Notice: | Can anyone from the church give me a family info that was of a member in the
1800's? This would have been in Ohio and Illinois. The person I need to know is
the father and mother of Noble Biddle who was born in Fayette County, Ohio or
Greene County, Ohio in 1815.
I need his parents names and where they were from, etc. I know that Noble
moved to Lexington and Towanda, Illinois but I have no proof that his parents
did. ( Although that is possible)
He ( Noble) moved there in 1850.
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| Monday, June 7, 2004, 08:49:18 EST | Category: Job Position |
| URL: | http://www.brethren.org/bethany/jobs.htm | | Notice: | Bethany Theological Seminary announces an immediate opening for the position of
Director of Admissions. This is an opportunity for a creative professional to
serve the church, helping to identify and encourage leaders to develop their
gifts through graduate theological education. The Director of Admissions will
be responsible for a wide range of student development activities, including
taking the lead to implement a recruitment plan, working as a team member in
recruitment activities, representing the seminary at off-campus events,
developing relationships with prospective students, conducting interviews and
evaluating applications. The work week will be flexible, including significant
travel to visit students, attend camps and conferences, etc.
Applicants should hold a bachelor’s degree; seminary experience is
preferred. Familiarity with and understanding of the Church of the Brethren is
required. Two to five years professional experience in a field working with
people is valuable. Applicants should demonstrate strong oral and written
communication skills, listening skills, organizational skills, the ability to
help individuals discern their vocational direction and the eagerness to work
as part of a team. Experience in communications technology and multicultural
recruitment is a plus.
Interested individuals are invited to submit a letter of application and
resume to:
Executive Director of Student and Business Services
Bethany Theological Seminary
615 National Road West
Richmond, IN 47374
We will begin receiving resumes and letters of interest immediately and
continue until the position is filled. Bethany Theological Seminary is an equal
opportunity employer and encourages applications from those who can further
enhance the breadth and diversity of educational community.
Bethany Theological Seminary is an Equal Opportunity/
Affirmative Action employer.
|
| Friday, May 28, 2004, 10:29:43 EST | Category: Job Position |
| URL: | | | Notice: | Camp emmanuel in central Illinois is looking for a Caretaker to live at the
camp and be responsible for maintaining the facilities. A residence is
provided including electricity and LP gas. The residence is a modern - 3
bedroom ranch style home. Skills needed include: minor electrical, plumbing,
carpentry, and general maintenance. If you are interested, contact Paul and
Jeanie Sager - Managers, Box 557, Astoria, IL 61501. Phone: (309) 329-2291 at
Camp and (309) 329-2988 at Home. |
| Friday, May 21, 2004, 08:41:27 EST | Category: Event |
| URL: | http://www.brethren.org/oepa/CTCLGreatLakes.html | | Notice: | Saturday, June 12, 2004
8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Sign-in: 8:00 to 8:30
Bethany Church of the Brethren
New Paris, Indiana
A workshop for pastors, deacons, board and committee chairpersons, and all
persons in congregational leadership.
Topics:
- Understanding conflict dynamics
- Centered speaking and listening
- Transformation in a conflict setting
- Being a “non-anxious presence”
- Handling power in leadership roles
The afternoon will include separate sessions for pastors, deacons, and persons
who facilitate church meetings.
Leadership:
Cost:
- $40 includes tuition, materials and lunch
- (Or $100 for three persons from same congregation)
For more information and to register:
Annie Clark
260-982-8595
annieclark@mchsi.com
Please call or e-mail to register by June 5.
No advance deposit required.
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| Wednesday, May 12, 2004, 15:15:54 EST | Category: Announcement |
| URL: | http://www.cobcu.org | | Notice: | The Brethen Employees Credit Union has changed its name and charter.
The Brethren Benefit Trust has become the Credit Union's administrator and
sponsoring agency, beginning April 1. This step was taken with the goal of
increasing the Credit Union's services and membership.
“The approval of these changes voted on by the Credit Union's owners — its
members — sets in place the foundation on which new services to more people
within the Church of the Brethren can be built,” said Wil Nolen, BBT
president. “We are excited about the future of the Credit Union and how it will
positively impact the lives of Brethren members and employees in the years to
come.”
The new name, Church of the Brethren Credit Union, reflects the change in
charter, which greatly expands membership eligibility. Previously, the Credit
Union had been open for all Church of the Brethren members and family members
in Illinois and Wisconsin, and all Church of the Brethren pastors and staff of
denominational agencies and organizations and their family members nationwide.
Now all Church of the Brethren members and their families; all staff of
denominational agencies and organizations and their families; and all
congregations as institutional members can join.
|
| Wednesday, May 12, 2004, 08:38:37 EST | Category: Opportunity |
| URL: | http://www.brethren.org/genbd/BP/Writers.html | | Notice: | WANTED
Experienced writers
for Sunday school curriculum
The Church of the Brethren, Mennonite Church Canada, and Mennonite Church
USA are producing a new Sunday school curriculum. Units will be for children
ages 2-4, kindergarten to grade 2, grades 3-5, and grades 6-8. Two additional
units will be a multi-age unit for children of a variety of ages or for
intergenerational use, and a unit for parents and other adult caregivers. First
use of the curriculum will be Fall 2006.
For information on how to apply, please contact Anna Speicher, Project
Director, 1451 Dundee Ave., Elgin, IL 60123. Telephone: 847-742-5100, ext. 209.
E-mail: aspeicher_gb@brethren.org.
Application deadline: June 15, 2004. |
| Monday, May 3, 2004, 24:21:24 EST | Category: Question |
| URL: | | | Notice: | I was looking up online, family information, and History, when I came across a
camp letter from another girl, named Angela Kaye Holsinger. I then found the
web pages about the church. I know that my family has originated from that
area, and from Germany. I was told when I was little about how there was a
disagreement in the family, and that part of them came over here to the west
coast. I am interested in finding out about that church, and any information
on my family history and past, if anyone could give me information. Is there
still family in Germany? Are there any records of life in Germany before our
ancestors came over? I would appreciate any info. Thanks. Angela B. Holsinger |
| Sunday, May 2, 2004, 24:59:00 EST | Category: Wanted |
| URL: | | | Notice: | Friends of mine in Southern Alberta Canada (just north of Calgary)are in
urgent need of a few select christian individuals to join them to live on
their farm and live and work in exchange for food and accomodations.They are
basic living people with a fair size cattle operation and other animals such
as sheep,rabbits,chickens,horses, etc.They live without modern day amenities
such as power or flush toilets.Their children have all grown away from this
lifestyle and have mostly all gone elsewhere .They are of hutterian background
and don't listen to music or drink,smoke,or do drugs.If you or anyone you know
are possibly interested in this type of life feel free to email me for more
info .Thank you Vince Tateham |
| Tuesday, April 20, 2004, 09:39:34 EST | Category: Job Position |
| URL: | | | Notice: | Position Opening
Church of the Brethren General Board
April 19, 2004
DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION SERVICES
Full-time position reportable to the CFO/ Treasurer & Executive
Director Of Centralized Resources.
Location: Site to be determined at one of the two General Board
properties in Elgin, IL, or New Windsor, MD.
Position description and application form available on request.
Application deadline: May 19, 2004
Responsibilities:
- Develops, maintains, and implements a technology system to support General
Board programs.
- Provides management responsibility for the day-to-day operations.
- Maintains and develops appropriate hardware and software systems.
- Responsible for budget development, monitoring, and reporting in
information services arena.
- Provides for accurate and efficient support of use of computers to meet
user needs.
Qualifications:
- Knowledge and experience in planning and implementing an information system.
- Knowledge and experience in budget development and management.
- Strong technical skills in programming and systems analysis.
- Progressive administrative and leadership skills.
Education/Experience:
- Minimum of Bachelor's degree in information sciences or related
field.
- Minimum of 5 years of significant information services
experience, including systems analysis and design, and programming
involving networks.
Qualified candidates are invited to complete the General Board
application form, submit a résumé and letter of application, and
to request three references to send letters of recommendation
to:
Office of Human Resources
Church of the Brethren General Board
1451 Dundee Avenue
Elgin, IL 60120-1694
Phone: 1-800-323-8039, Ext. 258;
E-mail: mgarrison_gb@brethren.org |
| Thursday, April 8, 2004, 15:21:45 EST | Category: General |
| URL: | | | Notice: | EXCELLENT CHURCH PROPERTY: 7.5 ACRES AT THE CORNER OF BEACH AND BUNDLE ROADS
IN CHESTERFIELD COUNTY. LONG ROAD FRONTAGE. $175,000. CALL DAVE RUCKER AT 804-
727-2356 COLDWELL BANKER VAUGHAN & CO. IRONBRIDGE ROAD TO BEACH ROAD TO
BUNDLE ROAD. |
| Sunday, April 4, 2004, 12:55:06 EST | Category: Event |
| URL: | http://vancouver.indymedia.org/news/2003/03/38943_comment.php#124244, | | Notice: | Hello:
We are preparing to make a 'Peace Ride' from People's Republic of China
through to the Dubai, United Arab Emirates (Via China, Pakistan, Iran, Iraq,
Kuwait, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Dubai, United Arab Emirates) and from
Dubai to continue into Eastern and Central Europe,
We are also looking for assistance with legal advice and marketing and
sponsors,
We would be happy to hear from you and we appreciate your suggestion to
ensure a successful Peace Ride,
Thanks and Regards,
Peace Ride Promotion,
Media & Public Relations:
|
| Tuesday, March 30, 2004, 08:59:16 EST | Category: Job Position |
| URL: | http://www.brethren.org/abc/about/job_opening.html | | Notice: | ABC Seeks Administrative Assistant
The Association of Brethren Caregivers is seeking an individual to fill a
full time position (40 hours per week) at their office in Elgin, IL. The
position is available May 1, 2004.
This position provides support services to the executive director of ABC and
other office staff. Key functions will include general office management,
maintaining central files and database, receiving visitors, answering
telephones, and processing all ABC funds. Other duties will include
coordination of meetings, bulk mailings, communicating with multiple agencies
and denominational constituencies. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated
abilities in the areas of customer service, word processing, database systems,
general office skills, and basic accounting. Applicants should have an
understanding of the Church of the Brethren.
For more information or to apply, contact Mary Lou Garrison, Director of
Human Resources at mgarrison_gb@brethren.org or call 847-742-5100.
Application deadline April 2, 2004.
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| Tuesday, March 9, 2004, 08:46:49 EST | Category: Job Position |
| URL: | http://cob-newsline.blogspot.com/2004_02_29_cob-newsline_archive.html#10787 | | Notice: | The General Board is seeking a full-time customer service resource specialist,
to begin Mar. 17. The position provides Brethren Press resource information to
congregations and individuals, handles orders, and processes accounts
receivable, monthly statements, and other reports. Candidates will have ability
in customer service, word processing, basic accounting, and general office
skills. Experience in a church or service organization and some college credit
is preferred. For more information or to apply contact Mary Lou Garrison,
director of human resources, e-mail
mgarrison_gb@brethren.org, or call 847-742-5100. Application deadline is
Mar. 10.
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| Thursday, March 4, 2004, 12:22:42 EST | Category: Event |
| URL: | http://www.brethren.org/abc/special_events/NOAC2004/index.html | | Notice: | The conference theme of Being Renewed Day by Day comes from Paul’s
second letter to the Corinthians in which he writes of treasure in clay jars.
Paul explains how human frailty creates occasions where people can experience
God’s transcendent power to enliven and renew. He writes that though our outer
nature, our physical being, experiences difficulties and death, it is through
hope in the power and availability of God’s grace that our inner nature, our
spiritual being, can be renewed day by day.
The National Older Adult Conference is an excellent occasion for
adults 50 years and older to experience renewal of their spirits, minds, bodies
and hearts.
Celebrate with us the gift of God’s grace that makes us new creations in
Jesus. |
| Thursday, March 4, 2004, 09:38:05 EST | Category: Opportunity |
| URL: | http://www.brethren.org/ac/composers.html | | Notice: | Attention:
Brethren Composers
The Annual Conference Anniversary Committee selected the following theme for
the 2008 Tricentennial Celebration:
Surrendered to God
Transformed in Christ
Empowered by the Spirit
The Anniversary Committee invites you to submit compositions representing
this theme and its interpretation. The compositions can be hymns, folk songs,
praise songs, anthems, and children's songs. A full score needs to be submitted
for each composition and an audio tape is requested. The theme statement is
further defined on the 300th Anniversary page, accessible on the homepage of
this website or at the following link: Annual Conference Anniversary Committee.
Please consider the theme interpretation as you work on compositions.
Anniversary music will be used in a variety of ways throughout 2008.
The deadline for submissions is June 30, 2005. The name, address, and
phone number of the composer should not appear on the score but should be
included on a separate page. All compositions become the property of the Annual
Conference Anniversary Committee and will not be returned.
The mailing address is Annual Conference Office, Attention: Anniversary
Music, 1451 Dundee Avenue, Elgin, IL 60120. |
| Thursday, February 26, 2004, 08:47:20 EST | Category: Event |
| URL: | http://www.brethren.org/genbd/washofc/EarthDay04.pdf | | Notice: | The Brethren Witness/Washington Office encourages all congregations to
recognize April 25, 2004 as Earth Day in their morning worship
services. Help make this day a time to celebrate the resources of our earth and
environment, and a time to challenge one another and recognize our faithful
part in protecting and renewing this Eden. We join the National Council of
Churches of Christ and their emphasis on the air for Earth Day 2004. You will
find helpful ideas by linking to the NCCC Website as well as
to our own Environmental Concerns Page. |
| Friday, February 20, 2004, 17:15:33 EST | Category: Event |
| URL: | | | Notice: | A GOSPEL EXPLOSION
Featuring:
The Men?s of Praise
of
Inglewood MD
SPECIAL GUEST
The Emeralds Gospel Sings
of
Capital Heights MD
AND
MANY OTHER GOSPEL SINGERS
DATE: Sunday, February 22, 2004
TIME: 5:00 P.M.
LOCATION: Woodridge Bibleway
2226 Evarts Street NE
Washington, D.C.
(FREE ADMISSION)
Love Offering Lifted
Food will be served (free) by 3:30PM
Pastor and First Lady Giles and Rebecca Johnson
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| Friday, February 20, 2004, 14:12:39 EST | Category: Event |
| URL: | | | Notice: |
The 2004 Ministers' Association meeting is once again a pre-Annual
Conference event, following some years of meeting after the Conference.
"Re-Imagining Worship for a New World" will take place Friday and
Saturday, July 2-3, in Charleston, W.Va.
The speaker for the three sessions of the meeting—Friday afternoon,
Friday evening, and Saturday morning—will be Sally Morgenthaler, author of
the book "Worship Evangelism: Inviting Unbelievers into the Presence of
God." She also writes "Worship and Popular Culture" columns for
Worship Leader and Rev magazines, as well as the worship section of PreachingPlus.com, and has
been a presenter at numerous worship conferences.
Those who pre-register will be eligible to receive .8 continuing education
units. For more information contact Sharon Cobb Hutchison, 443-260-0919, e-mail
ms-hutch@juno.com. |
| Friday, February 20, 2004, 14:09:29 EST | Category: Opportunity |
| URL: | http://www.brethren.org/abc/store | | Notice: |
The Association of Brethren Caregivers (ABC) is releasing "Taking
Life," the final study guide in a series of end-of-life decision-making
resources that the 1996 Annual Conference charged ABC to provide to the
denomination.
Written by Grady Snyder, the study guide uses a biblical and Brethren
context to explore the topics of fetal tissue, abortion, capital punishment,
and war. Case studies and questions allow Sunday school classes, study groups,
and families to explore end-of-life issues in a faith setting. The study guide
is 12 pages and available for $2.50 from ABC.
Other study guides in the series include "A Study Guide on Unfulfilled
Life and Premature Death," "A Study Guide on Aging and Life-
Prolonging Technology," "Choosing Death with Dignity: A Study Guide
on Death, Bereavement, and Burial," "Choosing Death: A Study Guide on
Euthanasia," and "End-of-Life Decision-Making: Organ and Tissue
Donation Annual Conference Statement and Study Guide." Each is available
from ABC for $2.50. To order resources contact ABC, 1451 Dundee Ave., Elgin, IL
60120; 847-742-5100; e-mail abc@brethren.org; or go to www.brethren.org/abc/store.
Snyder, a retired seminary professor and member of Chicago First Church of
the Brethren will lead an insight session on "Taking Life" at the
2004 Annual Conference, on July 3 at 9 p.m. |
| Friday, February 20, 2004, 14:07:13 EST | Category: Opportunity |
| URL: | http://www.ncccusa.org | | Notice: | A reflection guide to Mel Gibson's movie, The Passion of the Christ, is
offered by the National Council of Churches (NCC) to help Christians think
through issues raised by the film.
The Passion of the Christ opens Ash Wednesday, Feb. 25, and already
has generated both rave reviews and controversy. The NCC Interfaith Relations
Commission, which issued the guide, does not comment on the film but rather
offers Christian viewers a framework in which to see and discuss it. The guide
is available on the NCC website www.ncccusa.org.
The guide recognizes that the story of Christ's Passion is deeply meaningful
to Christians and that dramatic depictions can be a powerful experience of
faith. Such depictions also have a tragic history, sometimes leading to the
labeling of Jews as "Christ-killers" and to acts of violence against
Jews. Many Christian and Jewish leaders are concerned that the movie might set
back decades of Jewish-Christian relations, an NCC release said.
Addressing the question "Who killed Jesus?" the guide reminds
readers that Jesus was born a Jew and lived as a Jew to the end. It encourages
Christians to read at least two Gospel accounts of Christ's Passion along with
commentary on the religious and political context of the gospels. Movie viewers
are asked to discuss how the film portrays Jews, and to consider specific steps
to build or strengthen relationships with Jewish people and institutions.
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| Friday, February 20, 2004, 09:50:21 EST | Category: Event |
| URL: | http://www.brethren.org/genbd/GeneralSecretary/mmpc.htm | | Notice: | "Mission Alive 2005!" denominational missions conference is
planned for April 2005.
A Church of the Brethren missions conference, "Mission Alive
2005!" is being planned for April 1-3, 2005, in Goshen, Ind.
The meeting is designed to be "a national Church of the Brethren missions
conference to energize and equip ourselves to faithfully share Christ's love
with the world," according to the Mission and Ministries Planning Council
(MMPC), which initiated the event along with the General Board. One of MMPC's
roles is to encourage discussion about mission among the Church of the Brethren
membership.
A steering committee of Brethren with experience or interest in mission has
been named to shape the event: Carolyn Schrock, Mountain Grove, Mo.; Larry
Dentler, East Berlin, Pa.; Carol Spicher Waggy, Goshen, Ind.; James F. Myer,
Lititz, Pa.; and Merv Keeney, the General Board's executive director of Global
Mission Partnerships.
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| Thursday, February 19, 2004, 09:26:16 EST | Category: Opportunity |
| URL: | http://www.brethren.org/genbd/washofc/FaithExpeditiontoME.pdf | | Notice: | APRIL 12 – 24, 2004
You are invited to participate in an Every Church A Peace Church delegation
to the Middle East on April 12 – 24, 2004 to take part in an international
Sabeel conference in Jerusalem on “Challenging Christian Zionism: Theology,
Politics and the Palestine-Israel Conflict” and experience the involvements of
Jerry and Sis Levin in Israel-Palestine thereafter. With the assistance of the
travel and encounter office of the Holy Land Trust, we are very excited that
Jerry and Sis have invited Every Church A Peace Church to participate in this
important event and visit their work. John Stoner, Coordinator of ECAPC, and
H.A. Penner, ECAPC’s Treasurer, will be the co-leaders of this tour.
Sabeel’s International Conference on April 14 – 18 will bring to Jerusalem
theologians, academics, peacemakers and nonviolence activists from around the
world for panel discussions, lectures, workshops, Bible study and worship.
Participants will have an unparalleled opportunity to learn, share insights and
work together. The conference will be conducted with simultaneous translation
in Arabic, English and French to address the following questions:
- What are the theological, social and political roots of Christian Zionism?
- How is the Bible used to support Christian Zionism?
- What is the relationship between Christian Zionism and anti-Semitism?
- How does Christian Zionism influence attitudes and policies towards
Palestinians?
- How does Christian Zionism relate to colonialism in the Middle East?
- How is it influencing religious communities and political leadership around
the world?
- How can those who seek justice for Palestinians as well as Israelis
strategize to challenge Christian Zionism effectively?
Should you have further questions or concerns, contact
H.A. Penner — Telephone: (717) 859-3529; E-mail: penner@dejazzd.com |
| Thursday, February 19, 2004, 09:08:04 EST | Category: Event |
| URL: | http://www.brethren.org/oepa/CongLeadersApril04.html | | Notice: | An On Earth Peace workshop,
co-sponsored with the Southern Pennsylvania and Mid-Atlantic Districts
Conflict Transformation for
Congregational Leaders
Friday, April 23, 2004
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Brethren Service Center (Old Main), New Windsor, Maryland
A workshop for pastors, deacons, board and committee chairs, and all people
in
roles of congregational leadership. This training will build and reinforce
skills in
communication and conflict transformation.
Topics include:
- Understanding conflict dynamics
- Centered speaking and listening
- Transformation in a conflict setting
- Being a "non-anxious presence"
- Handling power
Special Feature
- Specific breakout sessions for pastors, deacons, and everyone who
facilitates meetings.
Leadership
- Clyde Carter -- Pastoral Counselor, Shenandoah District
- Bob Gross -- Co-executive Director, On Earth Peace
- Matt Guynn -- Program Associate, On Earth Peace
- Julie Hostetter -- Congregational Life Team, Area 3
- Ann Price -- Practitioner Network Coordinating Team
- Angela Lahman Yoder -- Associate Pastor, Circle of Peace Church of the
Brethren
Cost
- $40.00 for materials, tuition, and lunch
0.6 Continuing Education Units (C.E.U.s) are available for Church of the
Brethen pastors.
To register, contact:
Darlene Johnson
On Earth Peace
410-635-8704
djohnson_oepa@brethren.org
For more information, contact:
Bob Gross
On Earth Peace
260-982-7751
bgross@igc.org
Pre-registration is appreciated, but no advance deposit is required.
All are welcome, even if not pre-registered.
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| Monday, February 16, 2004, 10:54:21 EST | Category: Job Position |
| URL: | http://www.brethren.org/genbd/GeneralSecretary/Elgin.htm#CLM | | Notice: | The Church of the Brethren General Board is seeking an individual to fill a
full time position (37.5 hours per week) at their offices in Elgin, IL.
Position is available March 1, 2004.
This position provides support services to the Executive Director of
Congregational Life Ministries. Key functions will include maintaining a
network database, desktop publishing, editing, and some writing. Other duties
will include coordination of meetings, bulk mailings, communicating with
multiple agencies and denominational constituencies.
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated abilities in the areas of
customer service, word processing, database, and general office skills. A
minimum of 5 years of experience in a church or service organization and an
associate's degree is preferred.
For more information or to apply, contact Mary Lou Garrison, Director of
Human Resources at mgarrison_gb@brethren.org or call 847-742-5100.
Application deadline February 20, 2004.
|
| Sunday, February 8, 2004, 16:51:45 EST | Category: Job Position |
| URL: | http://www.earlham.edu/jobs/plowshares.html | | Notice: | Position: Plowshares Professor of Peace Studies, beginning Spring,
Summer or Fall 2004.
Qualifications: Ph.D. required, with a record of accomplishment in
peace studies. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated undergraduate
teaching competence, a strong theoretical background, a global perspective, and
a commitment to peace and justice.
Responsibilities: This is a teaching faculty position at Earlham
College. Responsibilities include a full-time teaching load within Earlham’s
liberal arts tradition, student advising and mentoring, and active
participation in the life and governance of the college. The Plowshares
Professor will be expected to provide leadership to the Earlham Peace and
Global Studies interdisciplinary program and the Plowshares Collaboration.
Applications: Review of applications will begin February 1 and
continue until the position is filled. Applicants who will help Earlham
diversify its faculty are especially encouraged to apply. Send a substantial
letter of application indicating a match between the experience of the
candidate, the responsibilities of the position, and Earlham College’s
priorities and mission. Please include evidence of teaching effectiveness, a
curriculum vita, and the names of 3-5 professional references. Electronic
applications are preferred. Please send applications to plowshares@earlham.edu.
You may inquire about the position by writing to plowshares@earlham.edu or
by calling Julie Bruns, Peace Studies Associate, at (765) 983-1305. You may
learn more about the Plowshares Peace Studies Project at
www.plowsharesproject.org. |
| Friday, February 6, 2004, 08:45:06 EST | Category: Job Position |
| Friday, February 6, 2004, 08:35:42 EST | Category: Job Position |
| URL: | http://www.manchester.edu/OHR/index.htm | | Notice: | Manchester College search committee calls for applicants for
14th president.
Manchester College, North Manchester, Ind., has opened its
search for its 14th president. The college is seeking a leader dedicated
to academic excellence, a motivator, and a fundraiser with
financial savvy and an appreciation for the college's Church of the
Brethren heritage. The 115-year-old liberal arts school is an
independent, coeducational, accredited Church of the Brethren
college with a student body of 1,170.
The new president is anticipated to take office July 1, 2005.
Current president Parker G. Marden will retire on June 30, 2005,
completing 11 years in the position. A 15-member search committee
includes college trustees and faculty, plus representatives from
the students, administrators, staff, alumni, and the community.
Deadline for nominations is March 15, with an application deadline
of April 1. To request or submit nomination forms and other
information, contact J. Bentley Peters, Chair, Presidential Search
Committee, Manchester College, PO Box 12663, Fort Wayne, IN 46864;
or e-mail search@manchestercollege.net; or access the presidential
search website linked to www.manchester.edu.
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| Friday, February 6, 2004, 08:30:52 EST | Category: Job Position |
| URL: | http://www.brethren.org/genbd/GeneralSecretary/Elgin.htm#BVS | | Notice: | This has been a transitional, two year position, now being posted as a full
time, salaried position beginning August 1, 2004. The Coordinator reports
directly to the Director of Brethren Volunteer Service and is responsible for
directing and coordinating the application process and the orientation programs.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 26, 2004
Position Functions:
- Directs orientation within stated goals of BVS
- Organizes and schedules facilities, resource persons and volunteers
- Provides administrative back up in the absence of the Director
- Participates as an active member of the BVS team
- Periodical training responsibilities outside of orientation
- Participates in professional and spiritual growth development
Skills and knowledge required:
- Well grounded in Church of the Brethren heritage and theology
- Communicates at a professional level, both verbally and in writing
- Demonstrates progressive administrative and management skills
- Ability to maintain flexibility with evolving program needs
- Demonstrated expertise in group dynamics
- Ability to supervise and utilize volunteers
Experience:
- Previous BVS experience helpful
- Experience in group training
- Experience in cross-cultural awareness
Education:
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
Qualified candidates are invited to complete the General Board application
form, submit a résumé and letter of application, and to request three
references to send letters of recommendation to:
Office of Human Resources
Church of the Brethren General Board
1451 Dundee Avenue
Elgin, IL 60120-1694
Phone: 1-800-323-8039, Ext. 258
E-mail: mgarrison_gb@brethren.org |
| Friday, February 6, 2004, 08:26:27 EST | Category: Job Position |
| URL: | http://www.brethren.org/genbd/GeneralSecretary/Elgin.htm#AP | | Notice: | The General Board is seeking an individual to fill a part to full-time position
with responsibilities in accounts payable and payroll. This is an hourly
position, reportable to the Director of Finance.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 20, 2004
Position Functions:
- Accounts payable processing
- Corporate Credit Card Processing
- Maintain proper records and documentation
- Coordinate General Board mortgage system
- Prepare 1099s and other year end documents
- Create and review Elgin payroll process
- Reconcile general ledger accounts
- Prepare audit reports, monthly and quarterly journals
Skills and knowledge required:
- Excellent data entry skills
- Accurate and efficient on 10 key calculator
- Detail oriented
- Spreadsheet applications, word processing
- Strong accounting systems knowledge
- HR/Payroll systems knowledge beneficial (ABRA)
Experience:
- Three to five years experience in accounts payable/payroll
- Computer systems experience
Education:
- Minimum of high school graduate with accounting emphasis
- Associate degree in accounting, finance or business preferred
Schedule:
- Part to full-time position; basic hours to fall with the 8-4, Monday
through Friday time frame
- Start date is negotiable, approximately mid to late March, 2004
For position description and application form contact:
Office of Human Resources
1451 Dundee Avenue
Elgin, IL 60120-
1694
1-800-323-8039 ext. 259
e-mail:
mgarrison_gb@brethren.org |
| Wednesday, February 4, 2004, 16:04:52 EST | Category: Event |
| URL: | http://www.voicesforanopenspirit.org | | Notice: | Evangelism and the Progressive Church
An interactive workshop for church leaders
seeking new ways to share the inclusive Christian message
Join us for a day of reflection and discussion about outreach and storytelling.
Saturday, March 27, 2004 ---- 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Skyridge Church of the Brethren
394 S. Drake Rd., Kalamazoo, MI
Presenter:
The Rev. Matt Fitzgerald, Pastor
Epiphany United Church of Christ, Chicago, IL
Rev. Fitzgerald is a graduate of Yale Divinity School and United
Theological Seminary (MN). Pastor Matt was called to Epiphany
UCC in 1999 when the worship attendance averaged 35 adults, now it’s
110. The number of children has gone from 6 to 50. In that time
Epiphany has declared itself “Open and Affirming” and opened a Soup Kitchen.
He has worked with the church to share a unique, living message of the
gospel. As he puts it, "We tell the Christian story in an inclusive way".
Pastor Matt describes Epiphany as "progressive in content and traditional in
form." He will lead us in discussion and exploration in both large and small
group settings.
Registration:
$25 for adults and $10 for students –
Hospitality, lunch and childcare will be provided.
Please send your registration to:
(make checks payable to Voices for an Open Spirit)
VOS Midwest Workshop
c/o M. Smucker
1417 W. Hollywood Ave.
Chicago, IL 60660
For further information:
Please contact Matt Smucker at
773-275-0765 or msmucker@juno.com.
A confirmation letter and directions will be sent to you upon
registration.
This event is sponsored by
Voices for an Open Spirit
A grassroots movement in the Church of the Brethren
Fostering openness and inclusion, building bridges, and seeking common
ground
www.voicesforanopenspirit.org
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| Friday, January 30, 2004, 08:36:51 EST | Category: Job Position |
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