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Be a Mission Interpreter

Along with many other ELCA synods, Metro New York has a network of trained volunteers who serve as mission interpreters. Our mission interpreters personally relate mission stories on a regular basis in order to thank people for their support, help people understand where their offering goes, and connect people with the wider church. This is
a flexible ministry that can be adapted to any congregation.

As we expand our network, we’d like to see a mission interpreter (or two) in your congregation. The synod offers regular trainings; take a look at the current offerings listed under Events. Please join us!

What do mission interpreters do?

  • Make bimonthly (once every other month) presentations to their congregations
  • Express thanks to all who support all our ministries
  • Be a resource to the congregations by sharing interpretive materials
  • Keep in touch with the Director of Mission Interpretation
  • Attend a yearly workshop to receive resources and training from synod staff
  • Commit to be a mission interpreter for two years

Qualifications

  • Faith-filled: a love of Christ and the church!
  • Good communication skills
  • Knowledgeable about the ELCA
  • Active member and supporter of an ELCA congregation
  • Willing to attend training sessions

For more information regarding the roles of mission interpreters, contact Sarah Gioe, Director of Communication & Interpretation at 212-665-0732 x222 or sgioe@mnys.org.

 

 
 
Metropolitan New York Synod
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
475 Riverside Drive, Suite 1620, New York, NY 10115
phone: 212.665.0732 | fax: 212.665.8640 | help@mnys.org