Many parts of Linguæ Christi’s mission are still developing. We’re in the midst of compiling a database of potential resources as well as snapshots and deeper studies of the people groups we serve. It’s difficult to continue the work in front of us while planning for future needs. We need people who can come alongside us and help us gather and document existing resources.
Ideal volunteers would know their way around search engines well and would be willing to learn how to use our databases. Proficiency in a language other than English (especially a European language) is useful, but not required. This is a “volunteer from home” role.
One current hole in Linguæ Christi’s communications strategy is the lack of smart phone applications to connect with supporters as well as with minority language populations in Europe. Current priorities include:
A prayer calendar app that shares our daily prayer requests
A course app that helps users learn about the theology and missiology behind our mission
An app that helps educate people about the different indigenous minority language groups of Europe
Ideal candidates would have previous experience in app design and development, but self-taught learners are welcome provided they can show some of their work. Team members undertaking app design and development would work closely with Linguæ Christi personnel in the development of apps.
Much of Linguæ Christi’s work take place remotely, so having a good website with readily accessible resources is very important to us, both for our current work and as we expand into other parts of Europe. This role could be performed by a team of 1-3 people as maintenance and updates would cover changes in content, changes or updates to the components and programmes that provide the website with its structure, and design components that help provide a cohesive and appealing user experience.
Ideal candidates would have previous experience in web design and development, but self-taught learners are welcome provided they can show some of their work. Team members engaged in web design and development would work closely with Linguæ Christi personnel in the development of these media.
We need people who have native or near-native proficiency in one of many different languages and have experiences with translation from English into the target language. Our desire is to share Linguæ Christi’s work with non-English speaking populations throughout the world. We’ve listed high priority languages above, but we’d welcome other translations as well. Candidates can expect to work on the following media based on their skillset and their desire:
Brochures and promotional materials
Legal and internal policy documents
Strategy documents that have specialised (sometimes academic) language
Static online content
Regular online updates
Ideal candidates would have previous experience in translation, but self-taught learners are welcome provided they can show some of their work that can be verified by a native speaker of the target language. Team members engaged in translation would work closely with Linguæ Christi personnel in the production of these media.
This assignment has two components: (1) a specialised ministry component, and (2) a local ministry component. For the specialised ministry component, it is for a student with good background, training, and/or experience in film development. Because the various minority language groups in Europe are not very well known, various film projects focusing on some of these language groups would help to make them “visible” to the larger Christian community. In addition, this intern will assist Linguæ Christi personnel in directing and supervising other teams of students, who are involved in film projects focused on very specific minority language groups across Europe. This part of the assignment would take roughly 50-60% of the intern’s time.
The second area of ministry would be involvement in the outreach activities of a local Church plant in a predominantly Welsh-speaking setting. The Church plant is using an organic/missional model, which means all activities occur and are focused on the community. The work of the new plant is focused on Welsh speakers and is inter-generational, including children up to senior adults, in addition to trying to connect with Welsh speakers of a similar age. This aspect of the assignment will take about 40-50% of the intern’s time on-field.
Some experience with media development (either amateur or professional) is recommended.
This role maintains and monitors Linguæ Christi’s financial records. Chief tasks include allocating expenses and donations and keeping track of the charity’s financial accounts. There are two primary groups of transactions to monitor: funds and short-term teams. The former tracks transactions according to the specific project to which they’re allocated, including several restricted funds. The latter tracks the donations for and expenses of individual short-term teams. This will include:
Managing accounts and serving as first point-of-contact in financial matters
Receiving and allocating donations
Processing reimbursements, invoices and bills
Creating budgets for specific projects
A background in business or accounting will be helpful. Team members who help with bookkeeping will work directly with Linguæ Christi’s treasurer. The location for this role can be flexible.
As a charity, we rely on donations from individuals, churches and other organisations to fund our work. These include the regular, monthly expenses we incur, but also include funds we need to expand and build upon what already exists. What’s more, we are aware of critical needs among indigenous churches and leaders that if unmet will severely hamper their work and the expansion of the Gospel among their peoples. This is why we’re searching for someone to spearhead fundraising in the following ways:
Collecting information about individuals, organisations and trusts offer funding
Developing and organising appeals to solicit donations from individuals
Monitoring donations received and staying in touch with supporters
Some experience with fundraising is recommended, but a servant’s heart and good interpersonal skills are essential.
Linguæ Christi has needs that mirror most modern organisations and charities as we communicate our mission to others and search for partners. We’re looking for an individual or a team of two who can help us design and produce both written and digital graphics and publications. These media would be used to:
Spread the word about short-term projects and opportunities to serve long-term in Europe
Educate our supporters and partners about our work
Enlist prayer for the different people groups we serve
Ideal candidates would have previous experience in graphic design, but self-taught learners are welcome provided they can show some of their work. Team members helping with graphic design would work closely with other Linguæ Christi personnel in the production of media.
This team will partner with student volunteers and local church planters in Northwest Wales, serving a predominantly Welsh-speaking community. With an organic, missional approach, the focus is on engaging Welsh speakers of all ages through community-based activities. Students are encouraged to take initiative—building friendships and connections through everyday interests and shared passions.
This is a very independent project. Those who require a great deal of direct supervision or instruction should not consider this assignment.
This team will partner with student volunteers and local church planters in Northwest Wales, serving a predominantly Welsh-speaking community. With an organic, missional approach, the focus is on engaging Welsh speakers of all ages through community-based activities. Students are encouraged to take initiative—building friendships and connections through everyday interests and shared passions.