United Kingdom

The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America through ELCA Global Mission has positions available in the United Kingdom through Time for God for ELCA young adults, ages 19-30. Volunteers must be flexible and able to work cooperatively, in good physical health, emotionally resilient, and culturally sensitive. They must also be willing to engage in issues related to race, poverty and class, serve in diverse communities (both racially and socio-economically), and have a commitment to live simply. Time for God is an ecumenical organization owned and run by 10 Christian denominations and agencies.

WHAT OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE?

Placements are made throughout England, Scotland and Wales, and may be in either urban or rural settings. Examples of service opportunities include:

• Caring for children with special needs
• Working with the homeless or disadvantaged
• Helping the ministry team in a local church – youth, music or education
• Leading youth clubs or school assemblies
• Working in drop-in center for the elderly
• Joining a team running a Christian conference center

Other opportunities may be available depending on your interests and talents

WHAT IS PROVIDED?

As a Young Adult in Global Mission, you will have the opportunity to learn more about yourself, grow in faith, and increase in understanding of your place in God’s world. In addition, you will receive:

• 35-40 hours per week work assignment
• Housing (varies depending on the site – home stay, shared housing, apartments, on-campus housing, etc)
• Food (either provided with your housing arrangement or by cash allowance)
• Pocket Money
• Vacation time as determined by country program
• Orientation in the US at the start of service
• Training conferences, retreats, and seminars throughout your period of service
• Opportunities for reflection, study, prayer and community building
• Supervision and support through your placement and an in-country program coordinator
• Airfare to and from your home and the UK
• Medical Insurance
• Student loan deferment

WHAT IS MY COMMITMENT?

• Attend the Discernment Event April 16-19, 2009
• One year of service (beginning in mid-August 2009)
• Raise at least $4,000 towards program and support costs  (let staff know if you have questions or concerns)

Applications received by February 15, 2009, will be given first priority. Final deadline for applications is March 1, 2009.