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Here are the key characteristics for volunteers in the Church Growth Cluster, which includes Church Planting, Global Missions, Evangelism, Life/Small Groups, and Community Outreach:

1. Church Planting

Role Purpose: Help establish new churches and support their development to foster growth in local and global communities.

Key Characteristics:

• Visionary: Able to see the potential in new church communities and work toward their growth.

• Pioneering Spirit: Enthusiastic about starting new ministries and navigating uncharted territory.

• Adaptability: Flexible in the face of challenges and changes in new environments.

• Leadership: Capable of leading teams and initiatives with confidence and clarity.

• Collaborative: Works well with others to build strong foundations for new church plants.

2. Global Missions

Role Purpose: Engage in spreading the gospel worldwide, reaching diverse cultures and communities through outreach and service.

Key Characteristics:

• Culturally Aware: Sensitive to different cultural contexts and able to adapt ministry approaches accordingly.

• Passionate for Evangelism: Driven by a deep desire to share the gospel and expand God’s kingdom.

• Empathetic and Compassionate: Displays genuine care and understanding for people from all walks of life.

• Resilient: Able to endure challenges and stay committed to the mission field, even in difficult situations.

• Resourceful: Finds creative solutions to obstacles in cross-cultural ministry settings.

3. Evangelism

Role Purpose: Lead efforts in sharing the gospel with non-believers, helping them connect with Christ and the church community.

Key Characteristics:

• Bold and Courageous: Willing to initiate conversations about faith and confidently share the gospel.

• Relatable Communicator: Able to connect with people from various backgrounds and explain biblical truths in relatable ways.

• Persistent: Committed to outreach, even when facing rejection or indifference.

• Strong Listener: Understands the spiritual needs of others and tailors the message to their context.

• Passionate for Souls: Driven by a desire to see people come to Christ and grow in faith.

4. Life/Small Groups

Role Purpose: Foster spiritual growth, community, and connection through small group gatherings that build relationships and encourage discipleship.

Key Characteristics:

• Community Builder: Thrives in creating environments where people feel connected and supported.

• Facilitator: Guides group discussions and helps members engage in meaningful dialogue.

• Empathetic Listener: Understands the needs of individuals in the group and provides spiritual and emotional support.

• Organized: Able to plan and coordinate regular small group gatherings effectively.

• Encourager: Motivates group members to grow in their faith and personal development.

5. Community Outreach

Role Purpose: Engage in local outreach efforts to serve and uplift the surrounding community, showing Christ’s love through action.

Key Characteristics:

• Service-Oriented: Committed to meeting the needs of the community through tangible acts of kindness and service.

• Compassionate: Driven by a desire to help those in need and make a positive impact in the local area.

• Innovative: Comes up with creative ideas to engage the community and address its needs.

• Collaborative: Works well with other volunteers, local leaders, and organizations to execute outreach initiatives.

• Outgoing: Comfortable engaging with people in various contexts, from individuals in need to community leaders.

These characteristics reflect the spirit of growth, outreach, and leadership that define the Church Growth Cluster. Volunteers in these roles are mission-driven and passionate about expanding the church’s impact both locally and globally.

Join us if you have: READY

• Strong communication skills

• Conflict resolution abilities

• A pioneering spirit

• Community-building skills

• A calm demeanor under pressure

• A non-judgmental attitude

• Compassion and empathy

• Resourcefulness

• A service-oriented mindset

• Passion for evangelism

• A team spirit

• Problem solving abilities