Church Communications Volunteer Roles in Cheltenham, Bedford
Volunteer Position
Job Title: Chair of the Methodist Heritage Committee
Are you passionate about mission? Do you value the Church’s varied heritage? Could you help us to grow how Methodism’s heritage is used as a tool for contemporary mission, and enthuse others with your vision? If you have a professional background with historic buildings or collections, museum or archive management, heritage funding or opening churches for visitors, you may be the ideal candidate to be the next chair of the Methodist Heritage Committee. Leading a group of expert volunteers, your role would be to support the conservation of our Connexional heritage and guide its interpretation and promotion to support the Church in responding to our calling and engaging in God’s mission.
About the role
The Methodist Heritage Committee was established by the Methodist Conference in 2008 to ‘bring into one body the Church’s responsibility both for preserving its heritage and for using it for mission’. The committee is accountable to the Connexional Council via the Mission Committee.
The chair will lead this expert voluntary committee to advocate for Methodist heritage throughout the Connexion. The chair’s key initial work will be to lead on shaping, propose and keep under review, the latest iteration of planning for the development of the various strands of Methodist heritage as tools for achieving the contemporary mission aims of the Methodist Church, as outlined in Church strategies such as God for All.
The Heritage Committee gives general support for the development, interpretation and promotion of sites of historic importance to the Church (most but not all of which are chapels), and specifically for four accredited Methodist museums. They support the museums and local churches to make decisions about the disposal or conservation and interpretation of historic art and artefacts. Through a specialist sub-group, the Committee oversees all Methodist archives and other historical material and advises ministers and managing trustees responsible for such records. Members of staff in the Connexional Team, in particular the Heritage & Collections Officer, support the chair and work of this committee.
About You
We are looking for an experienced, committed person who is:
- In sympathy with the ethos of the Methodist Church
- Aware of the strategies[1] adopted recently by the Methodist Conference that will be shaping mission in the Methodist Church over the next 5-10 years
- A leader able to encourage collaboration, bring discussions to points of resolution, show humility in offering direction and exercise sound judgement in decision making
- Has some understanding of the organisational arrangements and governance of the Methodist Church
- Has the ability to engage diplomatically on sensitive and controversial issues
- Preferably, has previous experience of serving as the chair of a trustee body or committee
- Has demonstrable professional experience in the heritage sector
- Has an awareness of the variety of heritage contexts that exist within the Methodist Church
- Has the ability to think strategically and reflect theologically, for example to propose appropriate solutions for heritage conservation issues, or connect into mission opportunities using heritage assets
We advise you to review the candidate pack, the role description and person specification ahead of completing and submitting your online expression of interest form. The candidate pack includes some useful information about our processes.
Please note that where appropriate, successful nominees will be asked to undertake further checks, including references and make requires a DBS check.
If you have questions about the role or require reasonable adjustments to be made at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.
Indicative Recruitment Timetable:
Closing date: Wednesday 12 June 2024 @ 23:59
Shortlisting Date: Monday 17 June 2024
Interviews Date – in person in London: Thursday 20 June 2024
Provisional appointment start date: 4 October 2024, when your nomination can be approved by the Mission Committee. However, you will be invited to a handover meeting with the out-going chair, and offered induction and opportunities to engage with the work of the committee as soon as you are able after a successful interview.
This is a voluntary unpaid position; however, expenses will be paid.
[1] The Methodist Conference has adopted a number of significant strategies to shape the life of the Church since 2020/2021. These include re-establishing the vision statement, Our Calling, as the strategic driver for the Church (2021), and adopting the Justice, Dignity and Solidarity strategy (for EDI, 2021); God for All (for evangelism and church growth and development, 2022), and Walking with Micah (for social justice and social action, 2023). In addition, we expect the 2024 Conference to consider the next phase of development for the God for All strategy, which will reference the Heritage as a setting/tool for evangelism.
Size: 101 - 500
The calling of the Methodist Church is to respond to the gospel of God's love in Christ and to live out its discipleship in worship and mission.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Volunteer Position
Job Title: Convener of the Stationing Advisory Committee
Do you want to make a difference and contribute to The Methodist Church? Are you a keen and experienced individual who is interested in supporting the work we do within the stationing process?
The primary function of the Stationing Advisory Committee is to receive and consider applications from ministers who wish to serve in roles other than Circuit, District and Connexional Team appointments, and to make recommendations to the Stationing Committee.
About the role of the Convener of the SAC
There are nine main elements to the role:
1. As each minister e-mails for an appointment, e-mail them back with a suggested time for an appointment. Keep a note of the time offered, to ensure not to offer that time to anyone else, unless it is not accepted. If a Panel is full, offer a date for a later panel. Attach the appropriate background information form and ask them to fill it in and return it, sending a copy to their District Chair, Circuit Superintendent, and the Warden of the MDO, as appropriate.
2. About ten days before each panel meeting write to the District Chairs and the Circuit Superintendents of those coming to request any information from them helpful to the panel. Write also, where relevant, to the Warden of the MDO. Send out the timetable for the day to panel members, including the Zoom link. Email each minister coming to the panel reminding them of the time and date, also including the Zoom link, and telling them the names of panel members as they have the right to object to any members being present.
3. A few days before the panel, send the forms and comments received to the Panel members.
4. Be a member of the Panel.
5. Following the Panel, receive the notes taken by the designated note-taker for proof reading and possible editing, add the relevant top (name, Circuit, year of travel, panel members, date of panel) and bottom (permission recommended). Send the reports to the Panel members for their comments. Once they have been agreed, send them to the minister, and copy them to the District Chair and, where relevant, the Superintendent and the Warden of the MDO. Send all of the reports to the Panel Chair and to the designated administrator at Methodist Church House, for them to store centrally. Keep an electronic copy of the report in a file. The administrator will update the Table of Permissions.
6. In June, send the Table of Permissions to the District Chairs and the Warden of the MDO, asking them to check for any inaccuracies, and ask the administrator to update the table as necessary. Also send a request asking District Chairs to encourage suitable people to consider being Panel members, including a role description and an application form. Take up references as necessary, and arrange an interview with the applicant and the Chair of the Stationing Advisory Committee.
7. In July, agree dates for the following Connexional Year with the Chair of the Stationing Advisory Committee. Write to all panel members asking if they are still willing to serve and for their available dates for the next year. Draw up a rota and send it to the Panel members.
8. Be a member of the Stationing Advisory Committee.
9. Prepare a brief summary of each report for the Stationing Advisory Committee meetings and present it to the Committee. Liaise with the designated administrator over the distribution of papers to the Committee members.
About You
We are looking for an experienced, committed person who has transferable skills. This individual will:
- Be a member in good standing of the Methodist Church in Britain
- Have previous administrative experience.
- Have an awareness of the variety of contexts that exist within the Methodist Church in Great Britain.
- Have a good knowledge of the stationing process of the Methodist church.
- Have a good knowledge of the constitutional and organisational arrangements of the Methodist Church.
- Have the ability to think strategically and connect vision, aims and strategies through theological reflection.
- Be a person who works well with others as well as individually, and is able to exercises sound judgement in decision making.
- Have the ability to engage diplomatically on sensitive issues
We advise you to review the candidate pack, the role description and person specification ahead of completing and submitting your online expression of interest form. The candidate pack includes some useful information about our processes.
Please note that where appropriate, successful nominees will be asked to undertake further checks, including references and a DBS check.
If you have questions about the role or require reasonable adjustments to be made at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us.
Indicative Recruitment Timetable:
Closing date: 3 June: 23:59
Shortlisting Date: 5-7 June 2024
Interviews Date: 11 June 2024
Provisional appointment start date: 1 September 2024
This is a voluntary unpaid position; however, some additional expenses can be agreed.
Size: 101 - 500
The calling of the Methodist Church is to respond to the gospel of God's love in Christ and to live out its discipleship in worship and mission.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Volunteer Position
Role Title: Chair of the Methodist Forces Board
Can you help promote and support chaplaincy by the Methodist Church across the Armed Forces, encouraging good practice and advocating this ministry to the wider Church?
If you are an experienced and effective chairperson, a strategic thinker and excellent communicator, then please consider if this is a role that you might offer as part of your Christian discipleship.
We advise you to review the role description and person specification ahead of completing and submitting your online expression of interest form.
For further information about Armed Forces Chaplaincy, please visit: Armed Forces Chaplaincy - Methodist Church website
Please note successful nominees will be asked to undertake further checks, including references and a DBS checks
Term of appointment: To start from September 2024 for an initial term of three years.
If you have questions about the role or require reasonable adjustments to be made at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us
Indicative Recruitment Timetable:
Closing date: end of Wednesday 29 May
Shortlisting Date: Tuesday 4 June
Interviews Date: Friday 14 June, online
Provisional appointment start date: 1 September 2024
This is a voluntary unpaid position; with appropriate expenses reimbursed.
As an inclusive organisation, we welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly welcome applications from people of Black, Asian and other Minority Ethnic groups (BAME), as they are currently under-represented within the committees.
Size: 101 - 500
The calling of the Methodist Church is to respond to the gospel of God's love in Christ and to live out its discipleship in worship and mission.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Trustee
Are you passionate about advancing the Christian faith and making a tangible impact on the lives of those in need? Pilgrims’ Friend Society is looking for a dedicated and skilled individual to join our Board of Trustees. As a trustee, you will share in the strategic oversight of our charity, ensuring we fulfill our mission of advancing the Christian faith amongst older people and helping them with the some of the challenges of older age to the glory of God.
Key Responsibilities
- Uphold and develop the charity’s Christian distinctiveness.
- Provide strategic direction and oversight.
- Ensure effective use of resources and compliance.
- Act as an ambassador for our work.
- Offer expertise and guidance in your specialised field.
- Engage in strategic planning and serve as a critical friend to the executive team.
What We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from committed Christians who:
- Worship at a Protestant Church.
- Are over 18 and support our charity’s Objects.
- Believe in the Lord Jesus Christ and agree with our Doctrinal Basis.
- Have relevant skills and experience in our needed areas.
- Can commit around ten days a year to trustee duties.
Commitments
- Board Meetings: Attend up to five meetings annually, both face-to-face in London and via Zoom and including one overnight meeting with our management team,
- Committee Involvement: Participate in one of our key committees that steer and review key aspects of our work (finance; care quality; organisational development; our building and growth programme)
- Prayer and Spiritual Support: Pray regularly for our work and engage with our teams for spiritual encouragement.
Read the candidate pack for more information here
Why Join Us?
Becoming a trustee at The Pilgrims’ Friend Society is an opportunity to contribute to a cause that matters and that you care deeply about. You will be able to use and/or develop strategic and leadership skills and be part of a community that views its work as a calling from God.
To learn more about the role of a trustee, visit the Charity Commission website. If you are interested in applying, please ensure you meet our qualifications and are prepared to sign a written declaration of your commitment to our mission.
Apply Today!
Join us in making a meaningful impact through faith-driven service. If you feel called to serve and have the necessary skills and commitment apply today and help us continue our mission to serve and glorify God.
We are committed to a diverse board and encourage applications from women, disabled individuals, and Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic candidates, who are currently underrepresented.
Interested candidates should introduce themselves via a brief email
outlining their experience and faith journey to Camilla Fitsum including contact details so that Camilla can arrange for an initial discussion.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Thank you!
Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Role Summary
We are looking for a new Chair of Trustees who will offer strategic and supportive leadership to our highly effective, collaborative and committed Board. The Chair leads the board, ensuring that it governs the charity effectively, in service of the charity's vision and mission. The Chair leads in an inclusive way, supporting the Board to work together well, and providing support and challenge to the Chief Executive. The Chair is also an ambassador for the charity.
Chair role & responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership to the charity and the Board, ensuring that Glass Door achieves its mission with the interests of Glass Door's guests at its centre.
Work collaboratively with the CEO, staff and volunteers to achieve our mission and optimise the relationship between the Board and Glass Doors's staff and volunteers.
Provide leadership within the Board, ensuring that it fulfills its responsibilities for the governance of the organisation and promoting governance among fellow Trustees, providing clarity around boundaries between governance, management and operations.
Plan and chair the bi-monthly board meetings and the AGM, with colleagues as appropriate and liaise with the CEO, Company Secretary and Governance Trustee with regard to setting up meetings, agenda items and annual report content.
Facilitate meetings ensuring all have equal involvement in discussions, clarifying any uncertainties, confirming decisions made and actions to be taken and ensuring effective time management of meetings whilst providing appropriate periods of discussion and reflection.
Act as a spokesperson and figurehead for Glass Door when required.
Support Glass Door functions and events eg attendance at supporter events.
Support the Head of Fundraising & Major Donors with the cultivation of high-level donors, occassionally attending meetings where value can be added.
Represent the Board at staff Town Hall meetings.
Support the team liaising with partner churches and statutory authorities as required and be the public face of Glass Door in the local community.
Liaise with the CEO and he Board to keep an overview of the charity's affairs.
Provide supervision and support to the CEO as necessary in addition to planned monthly/bi-monthly 'catch up' meetings and, with the People Trustee, lead the CEO's annual performance review.
To act as final stage adjudicator for disciplinary and grievance procedures if required.
What we are looking for
Experience of being a Trustee, ideally in the third sector, and an understanding of the legal responsibilities and liabilities of a Trustee/Director.
A keen sense of strategic purpose.
Strong leadership skills, able to foster and promote a collaborative team environment and an inclusive and collaborative leadership style; able to inspire and support everyone to participate on an equal footing.
An ability to facilitate, mediate, influence and respect the confidences of colleagues. The ability to listen and engage effectively. You are comfortable with challenge and debate and are able to encourage that in others whilst fostering a collaborative board environment.
Excellent presentation and communication skills.
Advocate and ambassador - possess gravitas to lead the organisation and be able and willing to champion Glass Door.
Demonstrate a strong and visible passion and commitment to Glass Door's guests and ensure that the interests of our guests drive the decisions of the Board.
A strong personal commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
A willingness to devote necessary time and effort to your duties as Chair and be available and responsive (e.g. when things sometimes 'come up' that require the Chair to advise, support or give consent to).
What's in it for the new Chair?
Our vision is a world where no one has to sleep on the streets of London and we're working every day to achieve this. Your role as Chair will offer you an incredibly reqarding experience to use your skills and collaborate with the rest of the Board and staff members for the benefit of people experiencing, or at risk of homelessness.
For more information please see the full role description and Glass Door information pack attached,
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.