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Dwell Atlanta 2010-2011, DOOR Discovering Opportunities for Outreach and Reflection, Atlanta, Georgia

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Organization: DOOR Discovering Opportunities for Outreach and Reflection
Location: Short-term Missions / Volunteer Internship
Address:

Atlanta, Georgia    30316-2269 United States
Great For: Groups
Service Area(s): Administrative,  Children and Youth,  Homelessness and Housing
Skills:
Hourly Commitment:
50.0 per: Week
Number of Positions:
12
Number of Volunteers in this
Position in the Past Year:
7
One-time / Ongoing Position: Ongoing Position
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 Description


Live, serve, worship, learn and reflect as you live in intentional Christian community in Atlanta.  Live 
together with young adults dedicated to living an authentic Christian life together in community and serve their 
neighbors.  Each house team selects and serves in a neighborhood outreach specific to their context.  Teams are 
formed for two neighborhoods in Central Atlanta, Grant Park and Capitol View.  The dates below cover the Capitol 
View house.


 Requirements 


Atlanta will consider applicants between 20-34 years old.  Applicants must demonstrate a mature Christian 
faith and a desire to serve in an Urban context.

Each participant must raise a portion of their support or hold outside employment and contribute toward 
expenses monthly.  Benefits and details of finances listed below.

Group Minimum and Maximum


0 - 0


Short Term Mission Trip Details


 Additional Detail


Positions available are greatly varied.  The following areas are needed; education, business, public policy, 
development, sociology, counseling, youth workers, data entry/administration, etc. Many interests can be 
utilized.



Applications may be submitted past deadline but will be considered for only open positions.  Applying early 
allows for consideration of applicants specific desires.

Benefits Offered:


  • Room & Board
  • Stipend

Cost (per person)


$4500.0 Year

This cost includes:


The following is an outline however, the community may determine the extent to which these are provided. Inquire about the specifics with the City Director. Costs/ Fundraising depend upon individual situation but all members contribute to the household and program expenses. Housing Utilities, including internet and land line phone Local newspaper Groceries purchased together as a team Local bus pass (or gas money of $75 per month) Health insurance Monthly stipend of $100 4-5 retreats in the year 8-12 books for reading and group reflection (sometimes there is access to a grant that helps to reimburse student loan payments)

Application Deadline (MM/DD/YYYY)


05/30/2010

Length of Trip


One Year

Initially Posted: 04/03/2009
Last Updated: 09/08/2009
This position is available during the following dates each year:
Start Date:   08/31
End Date:    08/14