The Messenger
Volume 40  Number 13  July 24, 2002


Shoulder Tapping

This column seeks workers within the various fields the EMC operates in.
For further information, contact 204-326-6401.

Editor's note: An ad is free. Unless arrangements have been made, it will be removed after two insertions. Please include more than one telephone number and contact person, fax number, e-mail, whether the position is full- or part-time, when the application deadline is and duties begin, and a brief description of education and qualities sought.

The Evangelical Mennonite Conference office requires a full-time secretary effective mid-August 2002. The candidate should have a strong Christian character; good communication and computer skills; and an ability to coordinate multiple tasks in areas of responsibilities with the Board of Missions, Board of Trustees, and the General Board. Please submit a letter of application and a resume by mail (Box 1268, Steinbach, MB R0A 2A0), fax (204-326-1613) or e-mail (emconf@mts.net) to Len Barkman, EMC General Secretary, at the national office.

MCC Ontario seeks a global education/communications coordinator. The individual is to be knowledgeable about MCC and Ontario constituency, and be skilled in communication and population education. It's preferred the coordinator work out of the Kitchener office. The position is .8 to full-time. The deadline is August 15. Inquiries and application requests may be directed to Cath Wooler, MCC, 50 Kent Ave., Kitchener, ON N2G 3R1, phone 519-745-8458, or e-mail cathw@mennonitecc.on.ca.

St. Vital EMC in Winnipeg, Man., seeks a pastor of congregational life and outreach to work at equipping, organizing, preaching and teaching alongside the present pastor of family and counseling. Our church is a vibrant and involved growing congregation. Enquire for a job description and church profile at awlnd@hotmail.com or in writing to Pastoral Search Committee, c/o 10 Kenneth St., Winnipeg, MB R3T 0K8.

Community Bible Fellowship Christian School invites applications for teaching positions: grades 4 to 6 teacher, all subjects (could trade to teach some 7/8 subjects, depending on strengths of the candidate); and high school math, science and computer teacher.
    CBF Christian School is located in Swan River, Man. It is a K-12 school with about 70 students and seven teachers. CBFCS is sponsored by an Evangelical Mennonite Conference Church, but has a diverse staff and student population.
    The candidate must be a born-again Christian, hold a valid teacher's certificate, and provide a pastoral reference. Salary depends on experience and a benefits package is available. Visit our website
www.cbfcs.swan-river.mb.ca; inquire with principal Leslie Leask at 204-734-2174; or send resumes to CBFCS, Box 1630, Swan River, MB R0L 1Z0 or by fax to 204-734-5706.

MCC Canada has the following opportunity in the Winnipeg office: Low German program coordinator, Overseas Services Department (available September 1, 2002). Excellent communication skills and an understanding of Low German speaking communities throughout the Americas is essential for this highly relational position. This position could be shared by a couple.
    Also required is a computer services manager for Winnipeg office to administer their computer services department and provide technical support to provincial MCC offices. Experience is required with Lotus Notes, Corel Office Suite, Blackbaud Raiser's Edge, Great Plains Dynamics, FundVISION, Citrix Metaframe and in supporting a Windows NT and Windows 9x network. The complete job description can be found under "Get Involved" at
www.mcc.org.
    All MCC workers are expected to exhibit a commitment to personal Christian faith and discipleship, active church membership and nonviolent peacemaking. Contact Marsha Jones
mgj@mennonitecc.ca or Marilyn Funk mrf@mennnonitecc.ca in the MCC Canada office at 204-261-6381.

Mennville Christian School invites applications from certified teachers committed to teaching Manitoba curriculum from a Christian perspective for the following two multigrade positions to commence August 26, 2002: grade 1-3, grade 4-7 or grade 8-S2.
    An ability to enrich the school's program through music or other specialization is an asset. If you are excited about work with children in a team-oriented environment, area a caring and compassionate individual, and are committed to professional development, we would welcome your application.
    MCS is an independent, government-funded school with 50 students, located near Riverton, Man., and Hecla Provincial Park. MCS offers a competitive salary and benefits package. A variety of housing options are available in the area.
    Please include a statement of faith and one pastoral reference with your resume. Send it as soon as possible to Roger Friesen, MCS board chairman, Box 448, Riverton, MB R0C 2R0 or fax 204-364-2454 to his attention. MCS thanks all applicants for their interest, however, only those chosen for interviews will be contacted.

Inner City Youth Alive seeks a full-time outreach coordinator to work in our drop-in centre in the north end of Winnipeg, Man. Applicants must be self-motivated and eager to build relationships. The coordinator joins a team that is responsible for developing and maintaining a strategy of outreach, evangelism, and discipleship training for youth. Inner City Youth Alive trains and equips its staff to raise their own support.
    ICYA is a vibrant and growing ministry striving to bring hope and a future to youth and their families in the inner city. For a job description, contact Kent Dueck: phone 204-582-8779; mail 418 Aberdeen Ave., Winnipeg, MB R2W 1V7; e-mail
icya@mts.net. ICYA information is available at www.innercityyouthalive.org.

Two teachers are needed for schools in Mexico, at Camp 67 and Oasis. Teachers will instruct in English and will work with local teachers who instruct in Spanish and German. Knowledge of Low German and Spanish would be a great asset, but is not required. The positions could be short-term (one year) or career (four years). For information contact Lester Olfert at lolfert@mts.net or 204-326-6401.

High Level Christian Fellowship, a growing church in a thriving northern Alberta town, seeks an associate pastor of discipleship to lead in discipleship of new Christians, small group ministries, and education and outreach programs for youth and children. Contact Scot Leys (780-926-2942 of ssleys@telusplanet.net) or Eugene Peters (780-926-4126).

Christian Parents' Association seeks intermediate and senior high school teachers in math, English, science, computer and French to serve within the Sturgeon Creek Alternative Program, under the district school board. Contact Heidi Gerber at 807-482-1860 (hgerber@mail.rdsb.com) or Kendall Olsen at 807-483-5414.

Wymark EMC seeks a full-time associate pastor who is passionate about discipling young people and building relationships in the community. Additional responsibilities could include Christian Education, small group leadership, and/or music and worship, depending on the giftedness of the successful applicant. Contact pastor Len Harms at Box 125, Wymark, SK S0N 2Y0; phone 306-773-9089; fax 306-773-0952; or e-mail wymarkemc@sk.sympatico.ca.

Youth for Christ in Morris, Manitoba, is looking for a ministry director who will be responsible to develop an outreach ministry via a teen drop-in centre known as Café 75, targeting teens who are falling through the cracks of society. The ministry director will report directly to the board, provide supervision and training for local adult volunteers who will assist in the outreach process, promote the ministry throughout the community, and supervise any future employees.
The successful candidate will be required to raise his/her personal support through the deputation process. Applicants should have a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and be able to embrace and sign the YFC statement of faith and conduct.
Resumes should be submitted to Gavin Vanderlinde, chairman, YFC Morris, Box 238, Morris, MB R0G 1K0. Phone 204-746-6164.

The board of directors of the Evangelical Fellowship of Canada is calling for applicants and/or recommended candidates to fill the role of president of this organization. For details regarding the position description and the application process, please see www.evangelicalfellowship.ca/about/personnel.asp.

Morweena Christian School is accepting applications for the following positions for the 2002/2003 school year. Teachers are needed for grades 3 and 4, grades 7 and 8 and grades 11 and 12. Certification is preferred but not required. MCS is a K-12 school of approximately 100 students in a rural setting near the town of Arborg, Manitoba. Resumes or correspondence should be addressed to Harold Reimer, Box 858, Arborg, MB R0C 0A0. Phone 204-364-2346, cell 771-5329, e-mail hmreimer@mts.net or fax 204-364-2218.

Wynyard Gospel Church (EMMC), located in southern Saskatchewan, is looking for a full-time pastor with an appreciation for small-town, rural life. The congregation averages 40 to 50 on Sunday morning, and comes from various church and cultural backgrouns. A pastor who could do well would be strong at visiting and relating to people, be able in preaching and teaching, and have at least limited administrative ability. The pastorate is currently available, with a flexible starting time. Contact Dennis Dell, congregational chairperson, by phone 306-554-3117, fax 306-554-3118, or Box 371, Wynyard, SK S0A 4T0.

     
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