In-Between
Vision — All Are Welcome!
Our vision is to be a church that is ministering to "all" through societal and economic change and transition. Provide ministry support to people in between employment or experiencing under employment including all who are struggling with the constant changes in the environment of work and society. We believe our faith is the one constant in this sea of change.
Goal
Our goal is to bring the church's voice to these transitions and hurts. We will walk "side by side" with people — embracing all of those in transition of employment and underemployed and in the Spirit of Christ, addressing their needs to the best of our ability.
Format
The meetings consist of a mini-workshop to equip the job seeker in their search. There is time and support for discussion of the individual needs in this structured time. The meetings are from 6:30 pm to 8 pm, the second and fourth Tuesday as scheduled.
"In Between" Coordinators
- Hope Maske
- Ruth Schreder
- Dave Zietlow
Please call the church at 704-391-9567 to learn more about this ministry or get in touch with one of the coordinators.
Upcoming Mini-Workshops
January - March 2010
1/12/10 — Individual Branding
Market yourself and create an individual brand. Learn the components of the thirty second elevator speech to approach people and expand your critical job network. Today's job market relies heavily on following leads a personal contact. Expand those contacts who are working for you.
1/26/10 — Skill Identification
Thinking about changing careers? You need to identify your transferable skills and interests. This workshop focuses on identifying you interests and transferable skills that employers outside of your traditional career path seek.
2/9/10 — Managing Finances
Understanding what is a need and a want is an important skill for all. If you are unemployed or underemployed the understanding of your finances and ways to cut expenses is a critical part of a job search strategy.
2/23/10 — Resume Building
Build your resume to impact potential employers. Your resume is your marketing statement. Today's internet computer screened resume software requires a focused and targeted resume. Be one of the people recruiters call for an interview after the pre-resume screening process.
3/9/10 — Image Building
Proper image for the position you are seeking is important. Dress for success and mannerisms in an interview or networking situation is a critical component of successful job searches.
3/23/10 — Leveraging Internet
Utilize job posting boards, social/business networking sites, employers' web sites, and recruiter's job boards to identify opportunities. Create your own web site or resume posting site to market yourself. How your resume is viewed and what about on- line cover letters.
People in transition need to expand their contacts and develop leads and opportunities. How you can develop that network using family, friends, neighbors, internet, and support groups is the subject of this mini-workshop. Leverage your contacts to the fullest to discover opportunities.
These mini workshop topics are subject to change as the group evolves and the needs change. The meetings are held at the Assurance UMC at 6:30 pm, the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. All are welcome.