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Congregational champion role description

Thrivent Builds Congregational Champion
Printable Version: Description   |   Role Description: PDF, 112K |   Leadership Interest Form: Online

The Thrivent Builds congregational champion is charged with supporting the Thrivent Builds program in the congregation.

What are the responsibilities of the Thrivent Builds congregational champion?

  • Educates and inspires Thrivent Financial members and others within the congregation to get involved in Thrivent Builds efforts.
  • Supports local Thrivent Builds work efforts and acts as Thrivent Builds subject matter expert within the congregation.
  • Works closely with the Thrivent Builds chapter specialist to achieve and monitor volunteer and fund-raising goals.
  • Recruits volunteers within the congregation to support Thrivent Builds Homes.

  • Oversees congregational fund-raising efforts to support Thrivent Builds Homes and reports results to the Thrivent Builds chapter specialist.

  • Identifies Thrivent Financial for Lutherans members and others within the congregation to form service teams that will raise funds and provide volunteers to support Thrivent Builds efforts.

How much time will this position require?

  • Estimated to take 3 to 4 hours a week during peak periods (e.g., in the months preceding a build).

What knowledge, skills and qualities will the person need to fulfill the role?

  • Needs to be a Thrivent Financial member.
  • Passion and commitment for the Thrivent Builds program.
  • Desire to engage Thrivent Financial members, Lutherans and others in meaningful volunteer opportunities.
  • Organizational and motivational skills.
  • Ability to attract volunteers.
  • Access to the Internet and e-mail desired.*

     Note: Current congregational coordinators may or may not hold this position.

What are the benefits?

  • Satisfaction of knowing you are making a vital difference in your local community.
  • A sense of belonging to a nationwide Thrivent Builds community.
  • Firsthand experience in leading an important team of volunteers to make a difference in your community.
What is the role of the chapter leadership board and congregational coordinators in relation to Thrivent Builds?
See Thrivent Builds with Habitat for Humanity — Chapter/Congregation involvement for details on how the roles of the chapter leadership board and congregational coordinators relate to the Thrivent Builds chapter specialist and Thrivent Builds congregational champion positions.

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