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Course 406 - Theology of Work

Course 406 - Theology of Work (3 credits) This course will look at the theology of work and how work fits into ministry and God’s Kingdom.

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"Give" is a four letter word."

Perhaps one of the hardest things for which to raise money is humanity.

People love to save whales, trees, spotted owls and an entire host of variables. Yet you tell them about people who are starving and so many times you will hear. "that's a shame".

Now of course I am plugging my own cause of which I am very interested in seeing succeed but this really does apply to all such causes.

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Should Christian Groups Accept Government Grant Funding

Of course, this is a decision each Christian organization will need to make based on their mission, vision, calling, and leading.  There is no single answer or right answer for all Christian organizations.

 

The decision, in my opinion, should also not be any different under the Obama administration than it was under the Bush administration.

 

There were a number of organizations that got into legal trouble under the Bu
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How AmeriCorps Can Counter Nonprofit Funding Bias

Research shows that while 52.4% of those in poverty in the USA are people of color, only 16.5% of nonprofits are led by people of color, and only 3% of foundation funding goes toward organizations that are led by people of color. This presentation provides three recommendations of how AmeriCorps can counter this bias: (1) reaching out to organizations led by people of color and faith-based organizations (2) requiring grantees provide diversity profiles (3) Revising funding priorities.

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Clip Coupons and Help the Poor: CommonKindness.com

We all like saving money. Clipping coupons is one small way to save a few extra dollars. Better yet, CommonKindness.com is a coupon-clipper's -paradise with a twist that will help support your favorite charities.

When you visit CommonKindness, you can get hundreds of free coupons, product samples and other discounts.

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UrbanMinistry.org Grants Newsletter September 4, 2009

Five foundations funding national and/or international organizations serving in the area of youth justice, sustainable economies/ecosystems, racial equity, children with disabilities, human social services and/or leadership development.

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How Google and Social Entrepreneurs Perpetuate the Digital Divide Among Nonprofits

google.pngIn the past 10 years, I have been working to address the digital divide, which is the gap between those who have access to and training with technology and those without. I serve as the Executive Director of TechMission, which runs the largest association of Black and Latino led nonprofits addressing the digital divide and manages UrbanMinistry.org, which is one of the most visited web portals of Black and Latino nonprofit leaders. During that time, I have seen many effective initiatives in addressing the digital divide. At the same time, I’ve seen many efforts that have been very well-intentioned, but in the end may have only made matters worse.

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Leadership burnout

 

Borgman, D. (1986). Leadership burnout. S. Hamilton, MA: Center for Youth Studies.

OVERVIEW

Burnout is a loss of energy and fulfillment in workers previously highly motivated. It is fatigue coupled with despair, afflicting especially those in the helping and serving professions who give much more than they receive. It differs from mere fatigue in being coupled with hopelessness and, unlike clinical depression, it does not arise entirely from within the person. Burnout is psychosocial and its causes are both subjective and external. Organizations, too, can experience burnout when faulty systems tire the institution and cause general fatigue and hopelessness.

The following are common causes of burnout among youth workers:

  • Inadequate training leading to chronic frustration.
  • Vague job descriptions and a lack of clear, measurable goals.
  • Absence of a support system that provides critical feedback for growth and affirmation.
  • Lack of variety and organizational advancement possibilities.
  • High (self- or other-imposed) expectations and a relentless demand for high performance.
  • Lack of exercise and retreats as fountains of integration and renewal.
  • Chronic organizational or political problems due to faulty philosophy, structures, or communication systems.

TREATMENT

  • Personal reading and life adjustment.
  • Support group.
  • Burnout or stress management workshops.
  • Counseling—involving attention to issues of anger, guilt, excessive expectations, authority and priorities.
  • Organizational consultants who may suggest improvements in systems that hinder personal growth and professional advancement, or who may suggest sensible shifts in career direction.
  • Personal shift in career or job.

Sabbaticals should not be used as remedies for burnout. A vacation may be entered with fatigue, but not in despair.

IMPLICATIONS

  1. Burnout is not socially acceptable. One must care for the burned out person and examine systems that make people more prone to such a crippling malady.
  2. Training programs, supervisory or managerial skills, and spiritual direction must all be examined. The potential for burnout in workers must be considered in light of one’s ability to understand and accomplish what is expected and his or her accessibility to appropriate rewards.
Dean Borgman cCYS


UrbanMinistry.org Grants Newsletter August 3, 2009

Three opportunities for U.S. and/or Canadian-based organizations working in the areas of affordable housing, youth service projects and economic empowerment. One opportunity for African projects serving and empowering women.

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Podcasts

Fund Raising Podcast

TechMission's UrbanMinistry.org and its partners bring you talks on fund raising for your ministry or organization.

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Volunteer Opportunities: Fundraising

Título Organization Name City, State/Country
City Vision Intern-Receptionist/Adm Asst City Vision
Joliet, IL
United States
International Placements with Oasis Oasis International Placements
London
United Kingdom
Children Program Volunteer in Kenya
Kisumu
Kenya
Rebuilding Site Manager Blue ROSE Mission
Mansfield, OH
United States
Volunteer/Intern/Travel & Work to Nepal volnepal
Kathmandu
Nepal
CHILDREN WELFARE YIYE AVILA CHILDREN WELFARE ASSOCIATION
MALAKAPALLI,W.G.DT,A.P
India
ministry assistants CHRISTIAN GLOBAL NETWORK (CGN)
BUEA
Cameroon
organizational fund raiser. Beroya Volunteer Program
JINJA
Uganda
Internship Program Busoga Integrated Development and Care Foundation
Iganga
Uganda
PASTOR liberty compassion network
NAIROBI
Kenya
Título Organization Name
Phone Bank City Rescue Mission
volunteer Tape Ministries Northwest
Teachers and fund raisers. GOOLONG SISONG EDUCATIONAL SOCIETY
Media List Manager City Union Mission
Multi-Media Web Developer City Union Mission
Videographer City Union Mission
Writer and Editor City Union Mission
Dailing for Dollars! (volunteer from home!) TreeHouse Youth Outreach
Administrative Assistants Precious Woman
MANUAL DEVELOPER IN OUR RESEARCH UNIT Durban YMCA
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