September 11, 2009

connecting the staff community

Staff Meeting – September 16

The First Presidency wants to ensure all staff have the information and support they need to minister effectively as we deal with a variety of important matters facing the church.

When:   Wednesday, September 16, 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. CDT
Where:  Temple Sanctuary and via live webcast in English, French, and Spanish at www.CofChrist.org/broadcast/staffcast.asp 
Why:     To discuss a variety of important matters, including:

• Role of Expanded World Church Leadership Council

• Young Adult Ministries “Vision Project”

• Conditions of Membership

• Preparation for the 2010 World Conference

• Questions and answers – Send your questions before and during the meeting to Communications@CofChrist.org and in writing at the Temple
   

Air Purifiers

Just a reminder, please leave all air purifiers plugged in and running all the time. There are number of air purifiers throughout the buildings and it is important that these are running at all times.
 

Retirement Celebration

Come Friday, September 18 and celebrate with Linda Rounds for her upcoming retirement. The celebration is in the Seminar Room from 3 to 5 p.m. Her last day here at International Headquarters is September 30. Her retirement plans include moving to Phoenix, Arizona for six months of the year, and back here in Independence for six months. She has pictures of her new home! Please extend your good wishes to Linda.
 

Interpersonal Peacebuilding

Sign up now for the next Interpersonal Peacebuilding training, October 13 & 15. This training has excellent response and if you haven’t had a chance to participate you’re encouraged to sign up now!! Contact Judith Yager for sign-up, questions or future opportunities.
 

New Names at International Headquarters

Date of Hire: 08/01/09
Saumya Bopitiya — Translation Specialist

Date of Hire: 8/27/09
Dale Hollis —  IT Application Support Specialist

Date of Hire: 9/1/09
Irene Zuber —  Customer Service Associate

Date of Hire: 9/8/09
Nicky Kerr —  Peace Colloquy Intern

Date of Hire: 9/21/09
Jason Brownlee —  Audio Visual Technician
 

Staff News – Did You Know??

Ask Cara Casey, Facilities and Events Team, about being an Aunt. She’s pretty proud!

Jennifer Dunsdon, Legal Services Team, began classes for her Masters in Social Work this fall. This is an exciting and challenging time in her life. Thank you to the Legal Team for their flexibility and support in working with Jennifer as she works her hours around her classes. As you have opportunity offer your support to Jennifer and all those who are taking classes this semester.
 

New York Polyphony

Looking for something to do tomorrow night?? Tomorrow, September 12, at 7:30 p.m. The Temple • Admission Is Free

New York Polyphony is rapidly gaining a reputation as one of the finest classical vocal ensembles of a new generation. Fusing elegant vocalism with expert ensemble singing, the four men deliver dynamic, historically informed performances in a range of styles. From the simplicity of plainchant to the dense chromaticism of contemporary works, the New York Polyphony sound is strong, unified and distinctive. This concert is co-sponsored with Music Arts Institute, whose children's choir, The Young MAIstersingers, will participate in this unforgettable performance.

Passion for Peace?

Peace Colloquy Co-Director position open. International Headquarters is seeking a self-sustaining volunteer to serve as the Peace Colloquy Co-Director for 2010. This individual will have a passion for practical application of peace and justice, excellent organizational and people skills, and the ability to direct, collaborate, create and coordinate a three-day event. The position description is available online at http://www.CofChrist.org/hr/IHQ/PeaceColloquyCo-Director.pdf and applications will be accepted through September 30, 2009. For more information, contact Wim van Klinken, International Headquarters Director, at wvanklinken@cofchrist.org or 1-800-825-2806 or 816-833-1000 ext. 3070.
 

New Art Exhibit

Stop by the Temple employee entrance to view the new photographs hanging in the exhibit area. The featured artist is Steve Shields.

Steve began experimenting with photography during his elementary school years when his mother gave him her old Kodak Brownie camera. Steve took the photos in this display with a simple, pocket-sized Canon digital camera. The scenes are from Hong Kong, Thailand, and China. Many of the pieces on display are printed on canvas, using conventional photographic processing methods. The canvas is coated with silver halide, the digital photograph is exposed onto the medium with light, and the canvas “print” is chemically processed in the same way as photographic paper is traditionally processed.
 

Character Plus

 RESPONSIBILITY – to be accountable for your actions. Independence School District and surrounding community is focusing on the character trait of responsibility during September. We are all called to responsibility to one another – our communities, large and small.

Life is a promise; fulfill it.—Mother Teresa

It is not only for what we do that we are held responsible, but also for what we do not do.—John Baptiste Moliére

"I must do something" always solves more problems than "Something must be done."
—Author Unknown
 

 
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