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ELCA Churchwide Assembly
2009
The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) met in Assembly in
August 2009. For infomation, please download the following or visit
the Assembly
page on the ELCA Web site.
Missional Directions
Task Forces
In April 2009 approximately
50 key leaders from across the synod met to begin work implementing
the Missional Directions. A Task Force was established for each Missional
Direction as well as a CORE Team, which includes one member from each
Task Force. To see what each Task Force is up to, go to: http://css-elca.org/mdtf.html
Partnership
for Missional Church
Partnership for Missional Church (PMC) is a journey of spiritual discernment
that empowers churches worldwide to respond to God’s mission.
PMC takes local congregations on a three year journey of discovering
God’s specific call to them for moving beyond doing mission to
being missional in attitude, vision and action. PMC is based on two
decades of consulting experience, research and scholarship. READ
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Internet Safety
and Usage
A recent issue of Seeds for the Parish (in its Q&A section)
provided resources for families interested in Internet safety. Please
check out the following links to see what best suits your situation.
Also, click Internet
and Web Use Policy for Congregations for a sample policy.
Recommended sites:
www.mediafamily.org;
www.sundaysoftware.com/youthemail.htm;
www.spectorsoft.com;
www.weblocker.fameleads.com;
www.safekids.com;
and Family Friendly Web Sites for Kids (Paulist Press, www.paulistpress.com).
Rostered
Leader Info/Documents
Wheat Ridge Ministries
Offering Grants to Support Sabbatical Experiences for Pastors
Itasca, IL – Wheat Ridge Ministries is offering ministry sabbatical
grants to Lutheran congregations to support and encourage the health
and wellness of clergy in their congregation. The Ministry Sabbatical
Grant Program aims to increase healthy ministry by promoting a sabbatical
leave for rest and renewal to support the whole person health of the
Lutheran ministry leader and the congregation.
Any Lutheran congregation
developing a ministry sabbatical plan for its pastor(s) within the grant
guidelines may apply. Matching grants of up to $7,500 will be awarded
to Lutheran congregations and clergy planning their first sabbatical
experience.
RELEASE DATE: May
20, 2010 [To download the complete news release, click here]
WEB SITE: www.wheatridge.org
CONTACT PERSON: Anne Schoenherr, anne@wheatridge.org
Constitution and
Bylaws, Central States Synod
(Ammended 2010)
Supply Pastor/Pulpit
Supply:
A revised listing of people available (rostered and PMAs arranged by
Area Ministry) may be downloaded.
2011 Compensation
Guidelines
(as approved at SA10)
2010 Compensation
Guidelines
(as approved at SA09)
Central States Budget
for FYE 01/31/2012 (as
approved at SA10)
Resources for Congregational
Treasurers
Statement
of Policy Regarding Sexual Misconduct,
Central States Synod
IRS regulations
regarding political campaign activity by charities
For more than half a century 501(c)(3) organizations, including churches
have been prohibited from political campaign activities. A press release
from the IRS dated April 17, 2008, states in part:
“By
law, organizations exempt from tax under Internal Revenue Code section
501(c)(3) may not ‘participate in, or intervene in (including
the publishing or distributing of statements), any political campaign
on behalf of (or in opposition to) any candidates for public office.
. . .
“.
. .However, these organization can engage in advocating for or against
issues and, to a limited extent, ballot initiatives or other legislative
activities.”
It is
important that we keep these prohibitions in mind during this election
season even as we strive to be a voice of faith in the public arena.
The full text of the press release is available at www.irs.gov for more
detailed information regarding this and other tax issues. Download:
IRS
Political Activity (PDF)
Required Congregational
Forms
Under federal
law, all employers—including the smallest of congregations—must
have a form on file that verifies the employment eligibility and identity
of each employee. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires
all U.S. employers to complete the Employment Eligibility Verification
form (Form I-9) for all employees, including U.S. citizens. READ
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The Congregational
Resource Guide
An on-line guide
hosted by The Alban Institute and The Indianapolis Center for Congregations.
It offers helpful information and a few key resources that collectively
represent the scope of thinking and practice around a given topic.
Organized into nine categories at www.congregationalresources.org.
UPCOMING
WORKSHOPS, CONFERENCES, COURSES
Information and links to various synodical, regional, churchwide and
ecumenical opportunities.
JOB/POSITION
OPENINGS
LUTHERAN
OUTDOOR MINISTRIES ASSOCIATIONN OF KANSAS -- April 2010
POSITION DESCRIPTION
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
The
Executive Director provides management and oversight of all Lutheran
Outdoor Ministries Association of Kansas (LOMAK) programs and operations.
As Chief Executive Officer, the Executive Director provides leadership
and is responsible for carrying out and expanding the vision and mission
of the organization. The Executive Director reports to the Board of
Directors, and is responsible for the hiring, supervision, and evaluation
of all staff. In addition to serving as CEO, the Executive Director
will also serve as the primary development and communications staff
member for the organization. An overview of LOMAK’s ministry can
be seen at www.tomahshinga.com.
To download a complete
position description, click LOMAK
Executive Director.
Administrative Assistant
Redeemer
Lutheran Church in Salina is searching for an Administrative Assistant
to support and assist in managing the operation of the church under
the direction of the Pastor. Applicants must possess strong communication
and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate positively
in a team environment. Expected qualifications include, solid receptionist
skills, excellent computer skills, and the ability to organize records
and prioritize projects. Compensation will be $9 to $11 per hour, commensurate
with experience. Please send resume, cover letter, and references to:
Rev. Christopher Hawkins, Redeemer Lutheran Church, 743 E. Magnolia
Road, Salina, KS 67401. Download full job description by clicking here.
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OPPORTUNITIES
with
the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
The Department for Human Resources of the ELCA posts career opportunities.
Go to www.elca.org/hr/career.html.
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