THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA L EGLISE UNIE DU CANADA

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1 Page 1 of 22 January 2017 AppendixG THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA L EGLISE UNIE DU CANADA MINISTRY PROFILE Knox United Church 400 Edmonton St Winnipeg, MB R3B 2M Winnipeg Presbytery March t&i/ 1t& VatiS )lpc1

2 Page 2 of22 January 2017 RECOMMENDATIONS: (MOTIONS) Having gathered and prayerfully considered the information in the Ministry Profile Report including an application to be a Supervised Ministry Experience Learning Site (SME 208) and the Financial Viability Review for Knox United Church Pastoral Charge, the Ministry Profile Committee proposes the following: Motion 1 That the congregation of Knox United Church receive and consider the recommendations of the Ministry Profile Committee with thanks for their work on our behalf Moved by &(i/i)/2 AJiA%/Du/ Seconded by 1i tj LJ_E Motion 2 That the congregation of Knox United Church, upon the recommendation of the Ministry Profile Committee and the approval of the Board of Knox United Church, request the Conference of Manitoba and Northwestern Ontario through its Settlement Commission to declare a vacancy for a full-time ministry position (ordained or diaconal) beginning July 1, 2018 according to the following terms: 1 Minimum salary up to and including Category F and COL 3 of $60,121 2 Additional salary above minimum N/A 3 Basic telephone $420 per year 4 Continuing Education Allowance of $1,393 per year 5 A minimum of three weeks study leave within each pastoral year, including Sundays 6 A minimum of one month vacation, within each pastoral year, including five Sundays 7 A minimum of three consecutive months of sabbatical leave after five consecutive years of service to the pastoral charge 8 Moving expenses based on reasonable estimates up to $ Adequate administrative assistance defined as 375 hrs/wk paid secretary 10 Travel expense reimbursement of $39 per kilometre, on submission of trip log 11 Pension and benefits as assessed 12 With the pastoral charge committing to remuneration of the ministry personnel through the pastoral charge payroll service (ADP) # J-360 Moved by W/2-7 &k-/u Seconded by 4 frj-7-ji Motion 3 That the congregation of Knox United Church, upon the recommendation of the Ministry Profile Committee and having completed Form SME 208 (Application by a Pastoral Charge to be Approved as a Learning SiteforSupervised Ministry Education) including the formation of a Lay Supervision Team including Jean Pierre Kisama, Raymond Ngarboui, Sarah Hachey, Engran Ramos, and Joyce Allen with Ken DeLisle as Educational Supervisor, approve the application to become a Supervised Ministry

3 Page 3 of22 January 2017 AppendixG Education Learning Site for a student supply appointment at 75% FTE (30 hours per week) beginning June 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019 (renewable annually) according to the following terms: 1 Minimum salary for student Step 1 and COL 3 $37,530($50,040 x 75) 2 Basic telephone $420 per year 3 Continuing Education Allowance of $1,045 per year 4 A minimum of six weeks study leave within each pastoral year, including Sundays 5 A minimum of one month vacation within each pastoral year, including five Sundays 6 Moving expenses based on reasonable estimates 7 Adequate administrative experience defined as 375 hrs/wk paid secretary 8 Travel expense reimbursement of $39 per kilometre, on submission of trip log 9 Pension and benefits as assessed 10 With the pastoral charge committing to remuneration of the ministry personnel through the pastoral charge payroll service (ADP) #J-360 Moved by It 5,W3 Seconded by Motion 4 That the congregation of Knox United Church appoint the following people to a Search Committee: Tom Hanel, Cathy Larsen, Raymond Ngabouri, Budhi Kami, Sergio Banaga, Joyce Allen, and Paul Hagerman Movedby C&ind i? Vt7FT% Secondedby AQJL L-u,e2L

4 Page 4 of22 January 2017 AppendixG THE UNITED CHURCH OF CANADA L EGLISE UNIE DU CANADA Demographic, Financial, and Community Profile PART A: ABOUT OUR PEOPLE: (Multi-point Local Ministry Units will complete Part A, B and C for each congregation) Number ofcongregations: E 1 LI 2 LI 3 0 NA (eg for Outreach Ministries) Congregation A Knox United Church 12 1 families (Name ofcongregation) ( # on roll) (Avg Sunday attendance) We think of ourselves MAINLY as: LI Rural El Remote El Small town El Suburban LI Urban Inner City U Other Most of us live (check only one): LI In apartments E In single-family homes LI In retirement homes LI In long-term care homes U On working farms U On rural retirement properties LI Other The rest of us live (check all that apply): E In apartments LI In single-family homes In retirement homes E In long-term care homes LI On working farms LI On rural retirement properties 0 Other Our congregation includes (these numbers don t need to be exact rather it shouldgive an approximation) Infants and pre-school 1 1 Children (5-12) jq Teens (1 3-19) 7 Young adults (20-30) j Adults - (35-50) Adults- (5 1+) Young retirees (5 1-64) Older Retirees (65-70) Seniors (over 70) Most ofus : (choose one) El Grew up in this area LI Moved to this area for work U Moved here to be close to family or other resources E Moved here for other reasons

5 Page 5 of22 January 2017 Many of us work (or used to work) in the following industries or sectors: (check all that apply) Health or social services E Education E Manufacturing Transportation Agriculture and food production Tourism/Hospitality E Retail Environment Mining/Forestry Information Technology Government E Other (specify): Construction Our congregation is like: (choose one that best applies) A big family where we all know each other; A medium sized church where we recognize each other but may not know each other well; A big church with lots of staff, where small groups ofpeople are close to one another based on common interests E Other description: Our church is a small to medium sized church, which is a microcosm ofthe world, with different cultural, language, gender, and racial groups represented We recognize and are getting to know one another Our heritage as a local ministry unit: (check one that best applies): Has its roots as a Presbyterian congregation prior to Union in 1 925; in we are celebrating our 150th Anniversary OR, Began between 1925 and 1945 between 1945 and 1965 between 1965 and 2000 Afier 2000 We think of our local ministry unit as in the following way: (choose one that best applies): We have a new vision and are really excited; still working out how to live into that vision E We are [becoming] clear about our vision and purpose and have/are developing the skills and gifts to bring it about; we are excited and optimistic about our vision Our congregation is changing and it is clear that we can no longer continue as we have been We have some anxiety and either have a rough idea or don t know how to go forward We believe that we have a future but can t quite see it We see that the ministry within this community is probably winding down after many positive and productive years of faithful ministry, mission and service; we want to celebrate what we have been as we intentionally and graciously end this ministry We also want to say this about our ministry: We are open to new people and ideas while seeking to live into being an intercultural ministry We are not afraid to experiment or fail We are a small congregation with a huge community footprint We ve got a good thing going and would love to invite others to get on board

6 PART B: ABOUT OUR TANGIBLE ASSETS Governance structure: How many people are on your Governing Body? 8 Page 6 of22 January 2017 AppendixG How many are typically present at a meeting ofyour Governing Body? 7-8 Our Church Building(s): (include information for each building ifmore than one) Li We don t have a church building (ifyou check this one, please comment briefly on where you worship and what other spaces you use for your ministry) Or E We have 1 (how many) building(s) Our church building(s) are mostly: (choose one that best applies): U Newly built in the last 10 years El Significantly renovated and Li Is doing pretty well given that it has served us for many years Some repairs may need to be done, but nothing major E Is in need of significant work or repairs in order to be used in the coming years It was the 1 00th annjversa ofthe building in 2017 Sanctuary holds _1200 people Are there meeting rooms? E Yes No What are they used for? Meetings eg Knox Board and Profile Team, gatherings, concert green rooms, orientation sessionsfor the KEEprogram, Knox Board meetings Is there a nursery? Yes E No Are the nursery toys/furniture compliant with current safety standards? Yes No Are there Sunday Schools rooms? E Yes No How many? 1 Are they also multipurpose use? E Yes No Are there activity rooms? (ie quilting, gym, library) E Yes No

7 Page 7 of22 January 2017 AppendixG Brief descriptions: Parlour usedjor meetings eg Board or AA, receptions, gatherings, concert green room, Gym usedfor receptions, gatherings, parties, meals, plays, activities like children s programming or drumming Hall usedfor receptions, gatherings, community worsh4i, meals, moms and tots programming Chapel used by dfferent worshipping groups Cafe Room meetings, events, indoor market various worsh4pping groups Commercial Kitchen working out community possibilitiesfor use Where is the office located for the minister? On the northeast side ofthe building, close to the sanctuary and east door but awayfrom the main office Describe it: A good sized room with very high windows and ceiling, dark woodworlç carpeting, a newish L shaped desk and two sets ofbookshelves on the wall There are three chairsfor visitors Is the building used by outside groups as well as ministry activities? EZI Yes No Brief descriptions (tenants, occasional rentals, frequency of use) Our building has rented offices that are used on a daily basis, by KEE, Mosaic, Geez Magazine, the Rainbow Garden, a lawyer apastor etc There are also classroom spaces used daily by Mosaicfor EAL classes, including 2 childcare rooms, and a large Women s Resource Centre space Is there a photocopier in the church? E1 Yes No Is internet provided at the church? E Yes No fyes E High Speed Dial-up Is the church accessible (including for those with disabilities)? E Yes Tell us how: No There is a ramp and an elevator with a gender neutral accessible washroom available on the main floor and an accessible women s washroom on the lower level Administrative Support: Is there support for administrative tasks (eg bulletin, scheduling, reception)? EIYes No Ifyes, how many hours per week? 375 Ifyes, is this paid or volunteer or other (please specify)? Ministry and Personnel Committee: How many members? _3 How often does the committee meet?

8 4 Xper year (and other times as neededfor hiring or exit interviews) Page 8 of22 January 2017 AppendixG Has one or more of the committee members attended a M&P Committee Training event in the last three years? Yes E No Who takes the service when your minister is away on holidays or study leave? Lay members ofthe congregation PART C: ABOUT OUR FINANCES The word or phrase that best describes our current financial situation is: LI Abundant El Adequate El Not meeting expenses but optimistic U Not meeting expenses and relying on bequests and reserves to fund operating budget E Other (describe) We believe we are blessed While wefind meeting our expenses a stretch and our congregation ispoor we have the benefit ofthe DuVal foundation, a large number ofrentals, building partners who share resources, and successful grant applications Our Revenue Sources are (please indicate approximate percentage ofyour current operating budget that comes from each source: Congregational givings 20% Congregational Fundraising Activities Rental of building/services 44% Bequests/Reserves/Investments Other (please briefly describe): DuVal Foundation 32% Other grants 4% Our Financial Reserves: We have sufficient reserves in the bank that we could cover three months of expenses if we had an emergency E Yes LI No Our Financial Accountability: Our fmancial statements are reviewed by an external person each year: E Yes: a formal third-party review LI No: (describe) I1 We have completed the financial viability form Having done so, we believe that we can financially support the recommendations made in this report

9 Page 9 of22 January 2017 PART D: ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY This is what we love about our community This is what makes it unique Our community is full of immigrants, which contributes to our diverse church Because it is a transitional neighbourhood (immigrants come to this area first because of subsidized housing and refugee services but then move when they have established themselves) we welcome newcomers and help them get on their feet The three economic, demographic or political challenges or characteristics facing our area are: Incomes from social assistance and low paying jobs A reputation for crime and addictions Threat of government cuts to social supports Here are two or three websites that offer detailed information about our community: Collaborative Planning with New Immigrants: A Case Study ofcentral Park in Winnipeg, Manitoba uence=3&isallowed=y newsltrs/central%2opark%20marketpdf A Global Market in the Heart ofwinnipeg A Global Market in the Heart of Winnipeg Pt 2 Other faith communities represented in our community/region are: Central Mosque Calvary Temple St Matthew s Anglican Church Hindu Society of Manitoba Broadway Disciples United Church We have close ties with the following faith communities: We have a relationship with Central Mosque and Broadway Disciples United Church

10 Page 10 of22 January 2017 Ministry and Mission Profile Website Address: Brief Description of Local Ministry (three sentences): Knox is congregation and it is community We are a diverse, multicultural group that also seeks to embody inclusive welcome Ministry is more than the worship service and pastoral care as our reach is into the community where we partner with others on community development initiatives We seek to respond to community needs in a way that reflects God s love and care for everyone Our Worship Style (three sentences): We endeavour to find and maintain a good balance between the more traditional form ofworship enjoyed by some of the long-time members and the eclectic, inclusive, multi-cultural worship which reflects the varied nature ofknox We try to focus on worship that is experiential and affihiative (Westerhoff), and host occasional community worship gatherings at which we meet around tables more informally and seek worship based on a common activity Vision Statement: Knox United Church seeks to become a dynamic urban ministry committed to the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and expressing his love through a variety ofworshipping styles, outreach ministry and partnerships with community-based and community service organizations We seek to be responsive to the neighbourhood and welcoming of a broad cultural spectrum

11 Page 1 1 of22 January 2017 Category Title Community Outreach and Social Justice This is who we are as a Local Ministry Unit: We are currently doing the following in community outreach and social justice: The neighbourhood around Knox is multicultural with aboriginal, refugee, and new immigrant families It is diverse, family-oriented, resilient, and industrious It also has high needs with low incomes, high unemployment, addictions, and other challenges Located in the core ofthe city in the Central Park neighborhood, Knox has been the driving force behind a number of Community Development/Community Economic Development (CD/CED) initiatives that connect community members from various nationalities and faith backgrounds, and contribute to the improvement of their socioeconomic and cultural lives The church building, hosting numerous celebrations like weddings, sociocultural festivities, concerts, Canadian Citizenship ceremonies, disaster relief fund-raisers, and lectures on topics related to the public good and socialjustice, has been a hub for CD/CED The projects include: The Central Market for Global Families engaged, private citizens and three levels ofgovemment to invest 56 million in the redevelopment ofcentral Park, which used to be the most dangerous place in the city with intensive drugs dealing, street gang activity, and homicides The Park has become a friendly community gathering place since completion ofthe work in 2012 The Rainbow Community Gardens, initiated in 2008 by a group of new immigrants, got support from the church to reach out to the City of Winnipeg and the University of Manitoba to access two acres ofland to host the garden Knox provided the tools and resources that were needed to launch the project Starting with 16 immigrant families from nine different countries in 2008, the Garden has grown to serve 3 12 families It has become not only a chance to grow their own healthy, exotic foods at a low cost, but also to interact among themselves and with Canadian born community members, sharing cultural practices, improving their English, and avoiding social isolation The Knox Employment Entry (KEE) Program, a program offered by Knox, is a non-profit agency that assists clients in attaining entry level employment with a wide variety ofemployers in Winnipeg They match the right person with the right employer with no charge to the participant or employer for these services The Knox Food Bank, a depot for Winnipeg Harvest run by Knox volunteers, provides food to 50 families from the neighbourhood every second Tuesday of the month Knox has been also involved in social justice in partnership with local community organizations with vested interest in social justice and human rights The church has been a venue for a series of public lectures with international speakers on topics relating to social justice We have a specific goal as follows: To work closely with the wider community as a way of demonstrating we are all part ofthe family ofgod anddeserving ofgod s love and care

12 Page 15 of22 January 2017 Knox United Church Winnipeg, Manitoba FULLTIME MINISTRY POSITION DESCRIPTION Position Summary Knox United Church is a dynamic, urban, intercultural ministry We seek to be a Christian community made up of disciples committed to the gospel of Jesus Christ, responsive to our neighbours, and welcoming to all who enter our building We seek to call a full-time minister, who is able to enter fully into the challenges and possibilities of intercultural ministry within a diverse community This person will work in partnership with a part-time student minister and the congregation to develop the leadership capacity and discipleship of our existing members, to find new ways of living into being an intercultural community, to prepare a strategic plan, and to make connections with the surrounding neighbourhood in order to collaborate on community development initiatives that will promote God s Shalom in this part of Winnipeg The minister will be accountable to the board of Knox United Church, through the Ministry and Personnel Committee Oversight and discipline will be provided initially by Presbytery and then by the Board of Vocation ofthe United Church of Canada Areas of Responsibility Administration 25% Keep up with regular , phone calls, and responding to people who walk in Plan updates to the website and weekly e-news Serve as staff resource to the Board of Trustees, Board, and other groups, as appropriate Provide oversight for all staff positions at Knox Supervision of building users and renters Ensure that all church records are completed and appropriately stored Visioning/strategic planning with the board Organize grant applications Know the organization, governance, and polity of the United Church Community Outreach and Social Justice 15% Collaborate and consult with community groups and organizations to seek a common vision for the neighbourhood Find ways for Knox to partner in projects that seek the health of the city Foster congregational engagement in recognizing and responding to community needs Provide advocacy on behalf of vulnerable people eg newcomers Continuing Education Three weeks study leave annually to pursue personal, vocational, and professional goals Regular reading and reflection within the work context for spiritual nourishment and to keep current with theology and the practice of ministry Church Community and Neighbourhood 10% Build and preserve good relationships with building partners Build leadership capacity with congregational volunteers, lay leaders, and other staff Foster good financial stewardship Participate in relationships with the wider church

13 Page 17 of22 January 2017 Records A copy of this document shall be made available to the Minister and kept with the Ministry and Personnel Committee files This position description shall be reviewed and updated no later than 2 years from the start date of employment NOTE: We are also applying to be a learning site for a ¾ time student minister That job description is included at the end of this document

14 Page 18 of22 January 2017 Terms of Employment: The call will begin on the following date: July 1, 2018 Salary Schedule: up to $60,121 U Manse included N/A (no manse) Minimum Comprehensive Salary up to and including Category for Cost Of Living (COL) group f Additional salary above minimum: LI Percentage El Dollar amount N/A (will continue to apply to increment and cost of living increases) (will not automatically increase according to cost ofliving or increment increases) Basic monthly cell phone allowance $35 Continuing Education and Learning allowance $1,393 Study leave in each pastoral year 3 weeks Vacation per year one month, including 5 Sundays 3 consecutive months of sabbatical leave after 5 consecutive years of service in the Pastoral Charge Moving Expenses of $6,000 + Travel allowance $39 per kilometre on submission of trip log ADP # J-360

15 General Description of Job Page 19 of22 January 2017 Knox United Church Winnipeg, Manitoba PART-TIME STUDENT MINISTRY JOB DESCRIPTION Knox United Church is a dynamic, urban, intercultural ministry We seek to be a Christian community made up of disciples committed to the gospel of Jesus Christ, responsive to our neighbours, and welcoming to all who enter our building We seek a three-quarter time student minister, who will work in partnership with a fulltime minister to develop the leadership capacity and discipleship of our existing members, to find new ways of living into being an intercultural community, and to provide pastoral care to the congregation The student minister will be accountable to the Lay Supervision Team on all matters relating to their learning They are accountable to the board of Knox United Church, through the Ministry and Personnel Committee, on matters relating to their employment and working relationships Oversight will be provided by the [Presbytery] and the University Areas of Responsibility Administration 10% Keep up with regular , phone calls, and responding to people who walk in Consult with the FT minister on updates to the website and weekly e-news Serve as staff resource to the Board of Trustees, Board, and other groups, as appropriate Provide oversight of the Knox Employment Entrance program Know the organization, governance, and polity of the United Church Community Outreach and Social Justice 15% Foster congregational engagement in recognizing and responding to community needs Provide advocacy on behalf of vulnerable people eg newcomers Continuing Education Six weeks study leave annually to pursue education for ministry Church Community and Neighbourhood 15% Build and preserve good relationships with building partners Build leadership capacity with congregational volunteers, lay leaders, and other staff Foster good financial stewardship Participate in relationships with the wider church Foster relationship-building between people with diverse cultural backgrounds Faith Formation and Christian Education 15% Develop awareness of the vagaries of intercultural ministry Seek appropriate ways to nurture congregation members in their faith and discipleship Support the Sunday School, its teachers and children Support prayer or sharing circles and Bible Studies led by congregation members Be open to other spiritual growth activities, yet to be discovered Leadership 5% Work with volunteers and other staff as a team player

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17 Page 21 of22 January 2017 Terms of Employment: This is an Appointment in the category of Student Supply, at 75 FTE (30 hours per week) The appointment will begin on the following date: June 1, June 30, 201 9, renewable annually Salary Schedule: Step I and COL 3 $37,530 ($50,040 X 75) U Manse included IE N/A (no manse) Additional salary above minimum: U Percentage U Dollar amount EN/A (will continue to apply to increment and cost of living increases) (will not automatically increase according to cost ofliving or increment increases) Basic monthly cell phone allowance $35 Continuing Education and Learning allowance $1,045 Study leave in each pastoral year 6 weeks Vacation per year one month, including 5 Sundays Moving Expenses based on reasonable estimates Travel allowance $39 per kilometre on submission of trip log ADP # J-360

18 See also: Financial Viability Review, Appendix H Balance Sheet Income Statement KUC 2018 Budget Page 22 of22 January 2017 AppendixG