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The following is a list of full-time and
year-round position openings in camping and retreat centers
affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.
Persons interested in applying for these positions should contact
the outdoor ministry organizations directly.
Outdoor ministry boards seeking executive directors should contact
the outdoor ministries staff in the churchwide office and request
assistance in filling these open positions. A member of the staff
will work with the board to review the situation, update the
position description, and develop an effective search process.
For information on how to get a position posted, click
here
Executive directors function as the chief executive
officer for the organization with responsibility for overall leadership in the
organization. Responsibilities typically include leadership in the areas of
administration, program, financial development and planning. Executive directors
report directly to the board of directors.
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Executive
Director for Shetek Lutheran Ministries (SLM) located in Slayton, Minnesota
Responsibilities:
Maintain the mission, goals and objectives of SLM; develop long and
short range plans, implement budget and strategic plans; develop reviews
and reports for the SLM board of directors; maintain ACA accreditation
standards. The Executive Director will be responsible to recruit,
train, supervise, contract and provide an annual review for all staff;
design, implement and evaluate all programs in coordination with the
program committee; supervise SLM financial development; serve as a
resource to congregations; develop and implement annual and long range
site plan; develop and maintain contacts with congregations, pastors,
delegates and campers; represent the camp at conference and synod
events; develop publicity for programs, serve as the spokesperson for
the ministry of SLM. The Executive Director is directly responsible to
the board of directors.
Qualifications:
The Executive Director will have a commitment to the ministry of the
ELCA and its partnership with SLM; have a firm understanding of the
intention to practice Lutheran traditions and theology; provide
leadership in Christian commitment and respect for God’s creation; have
expertise or training in financial planning, fund-raising and budget
management; have the ability and commitment to manage a flexible,
demanding schedule; have the ability to delegate responsibility and earn
the respect of staff, demonstrate technical expertise; provide
leadership skills in team building; possess organizational, adaptive and
follow through skills. BA degree and prior experience in Church Camping
Ministry is required.
Compensation:
Salary and benefits
Deadline:
As soon as possible but no later than December 30, 2008
For
more information:
Karla
Conrad
175 30th Ave
Jasper, MN 56144
Phone: 507/348-3043 (evenings)
bakecon@svtv.com
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Vicar and Executive Director of St.
Nicholas Episcopal Church and Camp Noel Porter in Tahoe City, California
Responsibilities:
The Executive Director of Camp Noel Porter will oversee the program and
facilities located at Tahoe City, California. Working with the CNP
Board and the Bishop of the Diocese of Northern California the Director
will coordinate staff and chaplains for a summer camping program for
children and youth; raise funds; coordinate and develop use of the
facilities for church groups and other organizations and promote Camp
Noel Porter throughout Northern California. As Vicar of St.
Nicholas Episcopal Church, the pastor or priest will preside and preach
at worship, provide for pastoral care, teach and form persons in the
Christian faith and work with the ministers of the congregation to
develop mission and ministry.
Qualifications:
An ordained minister in good standing of the ELCA or the Episcopal
Church. Previous
outdoor ministry experience including experience in budget development
and management, raising private funds, personnel management, and strong
communication skills. ACA knowledge and a bachelor’s degree preferred.
Compensation:
Meets diocesan guidelines and includes a four bedroom house and full
benefits.
Deadline:
We are receiving names for this full-time clergy position until November
5, 2008.
The position is listed on the
National Church Deployment Office web site at
www.episcopalchurch.org/cdo under “Positions Open Bulletin.”
Printed profiles are available by contacting the Office of the Bishop,
(916) 442-6918, ext. 10 or 14.
Send resumes to:
Interested persons may send a resume to The Rev. Canon Britt Olson,
canonbritt@dncweb.org
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(Site Director; Associate Director;
Operations Director)
These directors usually work under the supervision of an executive
director. Site directors, associate, and operations directors have
direct responsibility for the daily operations of a particular
outdoor ministry site providing leadership in the areas of
administration. Site and associate directors might also have
responsibility for programs.
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Vice President for Program and Guest Relations,
Lutheridge+Lutherock Ministries, Inc., in Arden, North Carolina
Lutheridge+Lutherock Ministries is a ministry of the North Carolina,
South Carolina, Southeastern and Florida/Bahamas Synods. 25,000
campers and guests are served annually at Lutheridge, Lutherock,
Lutheranch and Lutheroad programs throughout the southeast.
Responsibilities:
The Vice President
shall be responsible for insuring all campers and guests have a
quality experience in Christian community while attending Lutheridge,
Lutherock, Lutheranch and Lutheroad. This is a new position with the
unique opportunity to lead the program development at Lutheranch, a
new outdoor ministry site. Because of the new 500-person
capacity "Faith Center" at Lutheridge there is the opportunity to
expand programs and conferences and at Lutherock the need is to
develop year-round programs.
Qualifications:
The Vice President shall have extensive experience, understanding and
enthusiasm for the unique ministry of church camps and conference
centers. Candidates shall have knowledge and skills for staff supervision
and growth, program design and implementation, working with volunteers
and committees, directing guest services and marketing/public relations.
This position is part-time.
Contact Information:
Inquiries should be directed to Keith Johnson at
Phone: 828/684-2361
kjohnson@llmi.org,
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Usually under the
supervision of the executive director, the development director might have
responsibility for fund raising, capital campaigns, and special events.
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Working under the supervision of the
executive director, program directors typically are responsible for the
development and implementation of year-round camping and retreat programs. +++
Program Director for Red Willow
Ministries in Binford, North Dakota
Red Willow Bible Camp, a camp of the
ELCA, is located nine miles north of Binford, North Dakota, on beautiful
Red Willow Lake. The camp is 45 minutes from Devils Lake,
which is an 1 1/2 hour drive from Grand Forks and a 2 hour drive from
Fargo. The Bible camp is located on beautiful Red Willow Lake, a
spring fed lake surrounded by an oak tree forest.
Responsibilities:
This person will be responsible for our summer camping program;
hiring, training and supervising summer staff and implementing on and
off-site summer camps. Develop and implement youth retreats
and activities for the fall, winter and spring. Work closely with
volunteers and church leaders throughout the year.
Professional training, education and experience preferred.
Compensation:
Health insurance, paid vacation, paid sick leave, holiday pay and
the opportunity to work with a supportive professional team.
Deadline:
Until the position has been filled
For more information, please contact:
Becky Goetz, Co-director at
bgoetz@mlgc.com
Phone: 701/676-2681
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Environmental Education/Outdoor Education Director
Environmental Education/Outdoor School Staff
The environmental education/outdoor education
director typically works under the supervision of the executive
director. They usually have responsibilities in development and
implementation of year-round environmental education programs, often
in conjunction with private and public schools.
Environmental education/outdoor school staff usually work
under the supervision of the director. Positions often are seasonal and
can be linked to other duties. +++
Adventure and/or Environmental Education internships, Bethel Horizons,
Dodgeville, Wisconsin
Adventure Program Responsibilities:
Facilitation of team and high events programs; possible
caving and rock and rappel, responsible for equipment care, logbook
entries, and related up-keep of program material; assist in aspects of
program management important for enhancing the experience of the interim
position; a project involving landscape or design of a challenge event or
development and implementation of activity/curriculum.
Environmental Program Responsibilities:
Facilitation of environmental education program for school
and non-school groups; assist with workshops, in-services, or special days
led by the program director; assist in aspects of program management
important for enhancing the experience of the intern position; a project
involving the creation and design of a nature center exhibit for the
nature center's hands-on exhibit room.
Combined Adventure/Environmental Responsibilities:
Facilitation for adventure and environmental education
programming; assist in program management of adventure and nature programs
important for enhancing the experience of an intern.
Qualifications:
College/post collegiate, positive attitude, energetic; good work ethic to work
with people of all ages in outdoor setting; enthusiasm about working with
secular and faith organizations; facilitation, belay/high ropes, rock
climbing and naturalist experience helpful; commitment to
environmental stewardship; life long learner.
Compensation:
Full room and board, stipend.
Terms: Spring - March through May
Fall -
September through November
For more information, please contact:
Eric Borgwardt (Adventure) or Angela Borland
(Environmental)
Bethel Horizons
4651 City Hwy ZZ
Dodgeville, WI 53533
Phone: 608/935-5885 or 608/257-3577
Http:
www.bethel-madison.org/html/horizons/horizonsInternOpps.html
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Outdoor Education Instructor, Lutherhaven Ministries (Camp
Lutherhaven & Shoshone Base Camp) Coeur, d'Alene, Idaho
Responsibilities:
Group leader and
teacher in two and three day residential programs; develop and present
outdoor classes; group building; special projects and light
housekeeping; evening activities and mealtime duties.
Qualifications:
Affirm basic Lutheran Christian values and
strongly support the goals of Lutherhaven Ministries; work within the
structure of an association ministry, compatible with ELCA, LCMS and
secular constituents; positive attitude; energetic, dedicated, and able
to become involved in all aspects of the program; foster a lifestyle of
stewardship for creation; commitment to children and outdoor learning;
experience working with children is preferred; teaching experience is
not required, but a background in science is helpful; special skills,
like music, singing, storytelling, drama, and group facilitating
helpful.
Terms:
Ongoing Recruitment for fall, winter and spring outdoor
education sessions. Support
staff/kitchen assistant positions are also available.
Compensation:
Up to $250 per week, based on experience, with
possible additional paid hours available on weekends at your request;
full room and board.
Hiring Note:
Internships
available for qualified applicants.
For more information, please contact:
Dustin Kunkel, Outdoor Education Manager
3258 West Lutherhaven Road
Coeur d'Alene, ID 83814
Phone:
208/667-3459
ext. 16
outdoored@lutherhaven.com
www.lutherhaven.com
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Outdoor School Instructor positions, EL Camino
Pines, Southern California
El Camino Pines Outdoor School is a
residential program that emphasizes environmental education and
community-building experiences primarily to upper-elementary age students
located in the Los Padres National Forest, about two hours north of Los
Angeles.
Our mission is to provide quality learning experiences in the natural
environment that teach students appreciation for nature and each other.
Responsibilities:
Outdoor school instructors will lead
programs and teach environmental education classes to grade school and
junior high students from Christian and secular schools throughout southern
California; participate in the facilitation of numerous ELCA youth events as
well as programmed retreats throughout the year.
Qualifications:
Understanding the philosophy and mission of the
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America and the programs of LRCC and EL
Camino Pines. Strong commitment to the care and appreciation of God's creation and
desire to communicate and practice that with other staff and students. At least two years of post-high school experience college or work.
Leadership experience, camp experience, and an undergraduate degree are
preferred. Must have interest in living and working in a "servant oriented"
Christian community. Must be flexible and willing to help in all areas of camp life.
Terms:
School year start in September and ends in early June
Summer counselor positions are available June through August
Compensation:
Weekly salary, room/board, and medical benefits are
provided
For more information, please contact:
Pastor Glenn or Lauri Egertson
11900 Frontier Road
Frazier Park, CA 93225
Phone: 661
245-3519 (Office)
lauri@LRCChome.com
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Program Staff and Interns
for Environmental Education at
Lutheran Memorial Camp, Fulton, Ohio
Responsibilities:
Be a
"Tree-Hugger." Motivate public and parochial school
students to learn about God’s creation and thereby becoming
stewards of the natural resources; encourage relationship
building and respect for all God’s people; lead environmental
education classes, recreational activities, and campfires; portray a pioneer or settler on the Ohio 1810 frontier during
living history; support and work with other team members.
Qualifications:
Candidates must
have a four year degree, or equivalent experience, in fields
related to children, education, sciences, recreation or
ministry. Candidate should have experience in youth camping, teaching
or recreational programming and demonstrate an ability to be
hospitable and a team player. Some positions are seasonal, some are nine-month with
an option to remain for summer. Internships will be personalized
to meet both student and camp requirements.
Compensation:
Weekly salary, room and board are provided.
Deadline:
Seasonally or
until all positions are filled
For more information, please contact:
Becky Stabler, Director
Lutheran Memorial Camp
PO Box 8
Fulton, Ohio 43321
Phone: 419/864-8030
lmc@lomocamps.org
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See also Program Director/Retreat Host for Lutherans Outdoors located in Custer, South
Dakota
Other program positions take on a
variety of characteristics, depending on the camping organization.
Positions might include working with the summer program, programming
retreats, and environmental education. They typically work under the
supervision of the site, associate, or program director.
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Vice President for
Program and Guest Relations, Lutheridge+Lutherock Ministries, Inc., in
Arden, North Carolina
(See Associate Director's Listings)
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Lutheran Camp Director
Internship at Cross Trails Ministry in Kerrville, Texas
Responsibilities:
Work with program staff to provide hospitality and program to
weekend guests; design summer program resources; help to design and
implement retreat programs; aid in recruiting summer staff; work
with administrative staff to track registrations and expenses; work
with facilities staff to make sure the site is in good repair and
clean; attend board and committee meetings; participate in weekly
learning sessions designed to clarify your outdoor ministry
philosophy.
Qualifications:
A Christian in support of the philosophy and mission of the ELCA
and Cross Trails Ministry; strong leadership ability, and
demonstrated organizational, interpersonal and communication skills;
ability to work on a team and show creative initiative; good
physical condition and emotional maturity; college graduate or
senior.
Compensation:
Weekly Stipend, food, housing/utilities;
up to $500 for medical.
Deadline:
Position begins January 20, through May 12, 2009
For more information, please
contact:
Jay Miller at
jay@crosstrails.org or (830) 257-6340 with questions.
Visit
www.crosstrails.org for a position description and
application.
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Director of Youth Ministry/Assistant Program Director
Our Saviour's Lutheran Church and Park River Bible
Camp of Park River, North Dakota, is jointly seeking the best candidate
to join them in ministry as their Director of Youth Ministry/Assistant
Program Director. For a job description and application form for this
important ministry opportunity, please visit www.parkriverbiblecamp.org or call 701-284-6795. Applications
will be accepted until the position is filled.
Please send applications to:
Park River Bible Camp
106 Solid Rock Circle
Park River, North Dakota 58270
Responsibilities/Qualifications/Compensation/Deadline: See job advertisement above
Contact Information: Jackie at Park River Bible
Camp. See job
advertisement above.
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(Maintenance, Food Service, Office)
These year-round positions work under the supervision of the
executive, site, associate or operations director. Maintenance
positions deal with building, site and vehicle maintenance. Food
service positions provide menu planning & preparation, nutritional
information, and kitchen assistance. Office personnel have
responsibilities in clerical areas, registration, and bookkeeping.
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Marketing Director for Lutherans Outdoors in South
Dakota, in Sioux Falls, South Dakota
The Marketing Director provides leadership in marketing the programs of
Lutherans Outdoors so an increasing number of people participate, thus
fulfilling the mission and vision of Lutherans Outdoors. The Marketing
Director is responsible to develop and implement an effective marketing
plan, with an emphasis on relationship building and face-to-face contacts
with users and prospective users.
Qualifications:
Excellent speaking skills; presents a positive public image;
excellent writing skills; effective interpersonal skills and must
work well as part of a team, with volunteers constituents and
listens well; exudes energy, a “people person;” demonstrates an
understanding of ELCA theology; graphic design and web design
knowledge preferred; prefer a bachelor’s degree in marketing or
related field plus two years’ experience in marketing; ability to travel
throughout South Dakota on a regular basis, including overnight
travel.
Deadline:
April 25, 2008
Compensation:
Depends on education and experience
Starting Date: August 1, 2008
For more
information or please submit resume, cover letter, and the names of
four references to:
Rev. Layne Nelson
Lutherans Outdoors
2001 S. Summit Avenue
Sioux Falls, SD 57197
Phone: 605/201-6656
layne@losd.org
A more detailed job description can be found on
our website www.LOSD.org
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Seasonal retreat staff positions
take on a variety of characteristics, depending on the camping
organization. Positions might include programming retreats, hosting
groups, environmental education, site preparation, maintenance and
hospitality. They typically work under the supervision of the site,
associate, or program director. Also see "Live and Work in
Community" for one to two year term positions.
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Rainbow Trail has Program Assistant positions open for the 2008-2009 retreat
season. The position is a two-semester commitment, beginning early
September.
Program
Assistant Internship Description:
The purposes of this position is to provide an opportunity for
each applicant to experience all aspects of year-round outdoor
ministry and to experience the partnership between outdoor
ministry and the synods, congregations, and organizations of the
ELCA.
Rainbow Trail’s goals are to support and facilitate each
applicant in his/her decision to make outdoor ministry a career
and to enhance the applicant’s ministry skills throughout the
greater church.
Program
Assistant:
Retreat hosting: Preparation prior to a group’s
arrival (setting up coffee bars, turning on heat, shoveling
walks); greeting and hosting each group throughout the weekend
(kitchen help, light maintenance); leading the group
programmatically (games, worship, campfires, archery, hikes, and
environmental activities); clean-up and close-down site after a
group leaves (trash run, general cleaning.)
Promotion:
Assist in writing newsletters and developing brochures in
conjunction with the Executive Director and Assistant
Directors. Assist in updating the web site. Travel to synod
congregations to promote camp at Sunday schools and worships.
Recruiting:
Help prepare for recruiting at Midwest college fairs. Re-produce
applications and reference forms, and make pre-visit telephone calls
to campus career centers. Possibly visit Colorado schools for
campus interviews. Send out service agreement packets, file
completed agreements, and mail follow-up paperwork. Compile and
mail staff training letters.
Administrative:
Spend midweek days that are not days off in the office to accomplish
necessary clerical and phone work. Write and send out contracts to
groups; compose letters for current and future programs; file and
organize information; attend occasional board meetings and research
information in order to improve Rainbow Trail programming.
Special Events:
Attend events such as Rainbow Trail’s Day Camp Training, Bible Study
Writer's Retreat, off-site retreats & workdays, AdventFest, the
Rocky Mountain Synod Thanksgiving Youth Gathering, Synod Assembly,
and Thrivent (formerly AAL/Lutheran Brotherhood) events, where an
RTLC presence is needed.
Compensation:
Room &
board provided on-site, health insurance, training sessions
Monthly half-day
training sessions lead by the Executive Director, Assistant
Directors, and other full-time staff, on topics relevant to Rainbow
Trail’s ministry and outdoor ministry as a full-time profession.
Deadline:
Applications are due by June 15, 2008
For more information or to request an application by phone, mail,
fax or e-mail, please contact:
Rainbow Trail
Lutheran Camp
Anne Bliss, Assistant Director
P.O. Box T
Hillside, Colorado 81232
Phone: 719/942-4220
Fax: 719/942-4000
anne@rainbowtrail.org
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There are a variety of types of
summer camps in the ELCA. Some camps do only high adventure
programming, or primarily junior high programming, while others do
programming for all ages. Each individual outdoor ministry
organization interviews and hires their own staff. Contact the
outdoor ministry site for which you would like to work to receive
specific information concerning qualifications, responsibilities,
salary and application process.
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Summer Supervisory Positions at Holden Village
Responsibilities:
Positions include potter; bookstore assistant; hike haus; media
ministry; registrar assistant; lead cooks; laundry, lawns and gardens; lead
painter; lead bus driver; garbology assistant; carpenter; trails
coordinator; waitri, pool hall/snack bar; miners/junior miners and narnia.
See
www.holdenvillage.org
http://www.holdenvillage.org for details and application.
Compensation:
Room and board plus $300/month with a
three to five month commitment (May through September.)
Deadline:
Positions begin between May 1 and June 1, 2008
Contact Information:
staffing@holdenvillage.org
Mail to:
staffing@holdenvillage.org
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Community Servant Corp for Koinonia located in
Highland Lake, New York
The Koinonia Community (dedicated
to building faith-filled community) is searching for individuals
interested in committing one – two years as staff to host, support,
and lead programming with youth and adults in our 1200 acres of
Catskill wilderness, as well as in New York City. Staff live and
serve in a community setting, practicing the ministries of
hospitality and availability. Koinonia staff have opportunities to
serve in a variety of roles!
Responsibilities:
Include leading environmental education
sessions, to caring for our farm, as well as assisting all staff
with housekeeping and maintenance tasks. In New York City, staff
will have opportunities to work with congregations and social
ministry organizations, including disaster response, as an extension
of Koinonia programming.
Compensation:
Stipend salary $200 to $250/wk, room and board, health
insurance, vacation and holidays
For more information send resume to:
Koinonia
165 Lakeview Drive
Highland Lake, NY 12743
Phone: 800/980-2267
Email: koinoniany@yahoo.com
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Holden Village, Chelan, Washington
Holden Village is a year-round Christian renewal and mountain
community that was once a copper mining town, located in the North Cascade Range
of Washington state. The mission of Holden Village, a Lutheran ministry, is to
welcome all people into the wilderness to be called, equipped and sent by God as
we share rhythms of Word and sacrament, work, recreation and study,
intercession, and healing. Holden operates through the efforts of more than 400
volunteers who work in a variety of positions for varying length of times.
Category: Live and Work in Community
Current Needs:
Electrician
Mechanic (Salaried)
Plumber
Complete list of Responsibilities, Qualifications and Compensation available on
the Holden Village Website:
www.holdenvillage.org
Deadline: As soon as possible
For more information, contact:
staffing@holdenvillage.org
mailto:staffing@holdenvillage.org>
Application forms available on the Holden website:
www.holdenvillage.org <http://www.holdenvillage.org>
For other long-term staff positions at Holden Village, the
link is:
http://www.holdenvillage.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=36&Itemid=106
http://www.holdenvillage.org/longterm.html>
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Servant Corp
Border Servant Corps
1701 E. Missouri Las
Las Cruces, NM 88001
Contact: Dick Schriver
Phone: 505.522.7119
E-mail:
bsc@zianet.org
Web site:
www.zianet.com/bsc
Current Placements in Las Cruces, New Mex., El Paso, Tex.
Lutheran Service Corps
6220 North 30th Street
Omaha, NE 68111
Phone: 402.457.5890
Fax: 402/455-5077
E-mail:
lscomaha@glx.net
Web site:
www.lscomaha.org
Lutheran Volunteer Corps:
National Office
1226 Vermont Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: 202.387.3222
Fax: 202/667-0037
E-mail:
staff@lvchome.org
Web site:
www.lutheranvolunteercorps.org
Current Placements in Washington, D.C., Baltimore, Mary.,
Wilmington, Del., Chicago, Ill., Milwaukee, Wis., Minneapolis/St.
Paul, Minn., Seattle, Wash., Tacoma, Wash., Oakland-Berkeley, Calif.
Servant Year
St. Peter's Episcopal Church
6008 Wayne Ave.
Philadelphia, PA
Phone: 215.844.1203
E-mail:
ServantYear@aol.com
Urban Servant Corps
1660 Ogden Street
Denver, CO 80218
Phone: 888.515.5501
E-mail:
servantcorps@earthlink.net
Web site: www.servantcorps.org
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