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Multiethnic Ministries - Opportunities for Your Church

Effective ministry happens at the intersection of scripture and the context in which we are placed. A vital role of church leadership is to clearly define reality. One of these realties for PSWC churches is the profound role issues of multiethnicity and multiculturalism play in our setting where dramatic demographic shifts are occurring. We desire to be churches that reach and reflect our diverse communities, but we often struggle to actually realize this. The PSWC offers several avenues to address these challenges through immersion experiences for veteran leaders as well as emerging ones. These experiences urge us into the new reality that is unfolding from the powerful work of the gospel among us.

1. Journey to Mosaic (J2M): A four day experiential bus trip from Northern California to Southern California that pairs people up with somebody of a different ethnic background. It unpacks portions of the African-American, Asian-American, and Hispanic-American stories in California through tours, films, and partner/large group discussions.

Upcoming 2009 Journey to Mosaic trips: July 23-26, and September 24-27.

You may register for these trip by clicking HERE, printing and completing the registration form, and mailing it, along with registration fee, to Nelly Bothi at the Pacific Southwest Conference, 1333 Willow Pass Rd., Suite 212, Concord, CA 94520. Should you have questions, please contact Nelly at nelly.bothi@pswc.org or at (925) 677-2140.

2. Journey to Mosaic Squared (J2M2): A three-week, multiethnic experience to shape and chanllenge the hearts and minds of 18-24 year old leaders. In 2009, Journey to Mosaic Squared is scheduled for July 18 through August 8. To view/print the registration application click here. To view/print flyer click here. To view video about J2M2 click here. For further information please contact Nelly Bothi at nelly.bothi@pswc.org or 925-677-2140.

3. Invitation to Racial Righteousness: The focus is on learning that leads to personal change in the area of racial reconciliation and justice. Our hope is that the Evangelical Covenant Church would become a truer reflection of the Kingdom of Christ in all its beautiful diversity. You may read more by clicking here.