Post on 29-Mar-2015
Mission InterpretersMetropolitan Chicago Synod
Sharing the Good News of ELCA
Ministries
God’s work. Our hands
Telling the stories of our hands doing God’s work in our
neighborhoods and around the world.
We Love to Tell the Story
ELCA Disaster Response
US Storms/Floods Japan Earthquake
Ivory Coast Refugees
Columbia Floods
Haiti EarthquakeWe are still there
Global Mission
Young Adults in Global Mission
Global Teach
Global Mission 2 YearLong-term Mission Service
We Love to Tell the Story
We Love to Tell the Story
What Do Mission Interpreters Do?
Mission interpreters, volunteers from congregations in each synod of the
ELCA, tell the story of how our offerings and gifts are transformed into effective ministries. They remind us of how we make a difference in Christ’s mission and the work of the church, and they
thank our people for their faithful giving.
Mission Interpreters present temple talks visit church councils visit boards & committees submit news for church
publications attend training workshops commit to serve at least 2
years
Mission Interpreters receive:
• Weekly e-mail Mission Memos
• Resource Materials
• Coaching
• Inspiration
• Networking
• Gatherings to share ideas & information
Congregations benefit from Mission Interpreters
When members understand their identity as partners in a wider church,
they become strong advocates supporting the mission and ministry we
share beyond the congregations, through the synod and then on through
the churchwide organization.
By looking beyond the congregation, members see how they are personally connected to mission and ministry around the
world!
“Mission-minded” congregations are growing in membership and
spirit!
Every Congregation deserves a Mission
Interpreter!
See our Mission Moments!
Bethel New LifeChristmas Store
Schools in Ghana
Burmese Refugees and “Refugee One”
New Orleans Recovery
YGAM & Global Mission
Mission Day Health Kits, Quilts & Books
Dresses in Haiti
Garden Boxes & Food Pantry
Join our Mission Interpreter team!