Teams
Holistic and effective mission takes preparation and education, and is always done best with community and discipleship. That’s where we come in.
Our teams give you an opportunity to connect with others and catch a glimpse of how God is at work in a global context. Teams aren’t just about the time spent away, there’s time before and after for learning and reflection.
Meet Ann and Annie
Our Global Catalyst, Annie, says:
“Our Arotahi team trips are catered towards different needs, group size, and location. However the key ingredients often remain the same: 2–3 weeks in length, a global community where there is existing connection/relationship, and lots of time getting to know the complexities and beauty of the neighbourhood.”
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Global Placements
Want to be a part of global community transformation using your God-given skills?
God has a hand–carved mission for you, and our placements give you the opportunity to explore mutual renewal in a global, cross-cultural setting.
Take a look at some of the roles that can be filled now:
For a three-month period at a freedom business in South Asia
Specialist Roles:
- Experienced Senior HR consultant
- Experienced Senior global financial officer
- Experienced Manufacturer
- Experienced Head of Production
- Mature pray-er (to pray alongside people muslim and hindu staff)
Development Sector Specialists for professional input to local staff
Roles:
- Teacher
- Health Professional
- Social Worker
- Vocational Trainer
- Policy Writer
- Team to lead and run a kids camp
For a three or six month period at a local outreach medical facility in South Asia:
Roles:
- Nurse
- Doctor
- Obstetrician
- Gynaecologist
- Midwife
Leave your details below to start the journey now.
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I’m Ann! I serve as Arotahi Pastoral Support Coordinator
I’m Ann! I serve as Arotahi Pastoral Support Coordinator. My ministry ensures that our Global Workers have a healthy network of care so they can flourish in their life and work.
Favourite place you have ever visited and why:
When we were serving in Brazil, we took our church’s young adult group to visit the “catadores de lixo” (literally, the rubbish pickers) in our city. These people who roam the streets picking up bottles, paper, metal, anything discarded are often “invisible” to the rest of society. Our young people were moved by their stories of suffering (pulling 450kg of recyclable material on wooden carts, being cursed by passersby) and inspired by their resilience. The catadores we visited formed a cooperative to pool their resources and get a better price for the recycled materials. One woman, Dona Maria, described how Jesus gives her strength every day and proudly told us that she had earned enough money to support her son’s education as a nurse, a first in their family. Because of Dona Maria, our young people received ‘new eyes to see’ the catadores and they encouraged every church member to set up recycling bins as a way of caring for God’s creation.
Why are you in this role? Why do you care about cross-cultural mahi?
My passion is to empower people to engage in God’s mission “from everywhere to everyone.” This proves God has a great sense of humour, since as a young adult I was ‘allergic’ to Christians, pastors and especially ‘missionaries.’ Now, I sense I am in the centre of God’s will when I encourage and equip God’s people to transform lives and communities through a wide range of holistic ministries under the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
I bring a couple of decades of experience serving as a Global Worker (GW) in the Philippines, Brazil, and the Asia Pacific region and have provided pastoral support to Filipino, US, and Brazilian GWs. I also created a leaders’ guide to help global teams be a blessing to our sisters and brothers overseas and apply what they have learned back home: STM Essentials – Together on the Journey.
Why do you think someone should think about coming with an Arotahi team?
I tell those who are preparing for a short-term global experience: “God is preparing an extraordinary adventure for you and your team, one that will literally transform your lives. Be prepared for God to work in, on and through you as you go on this journey.”
How do I know if I’m right for an Arotahi team?
First, talk with God about this. Seriously. Then consider: are you flexible when things don’t go according to plan? Do you love people even more than ‘doing things’ for them? How good are you at listening? Are you open to learning from others? Are you able to see beauty in cultural differences? Can you eat spicy food? Food with legs? Who will support you in this experience? Come and talk to us about all these things – we’ve been in your shoes!
My name is Annie and my role at Arotahi is as Global Catalyst
My name is Annie and my role at Arotahi is as Global Catalyst (I get to take people on short term trips and get a front row seat to God changing lives!)
Favourite place you have ever visited and why:
Dubrovnik, Croatia. Because of the beauty of creation. The colours, the view standing on top of a mountain looking out to sea, terracotta roofs, with the deep blue water, and green islands coming out of it.
Why are you in this role? Why do you care about cross-cultural mahi?
When I heard about this role, I got so excited for what God can do through it and I haven’t been able to shake that feeling ever since.
I am passionate about all people knowing God and living in the fullness of who He made them to be. In this role I have the honour of seeing that unfold both in my homeland, Aotearoa and places overseas that I have come to love dearly.
I trained and worked as an Occupational Therapist, which has given me skills in seeing and developing strengths in people, facilitating groups, and figuring out what makes people tick. I have also had the privilege of leading people in multiple different capacities over the years, including kid’s church, youth group, and evangelism teams. And I don’t mean to brag, but I did hold the record for the fastest ‘coke through a sock’ for a couple of years there.
Why do you think someone should think about coming with an Arotahi team
Because it is an incredible opportunity to engage with what is happening globally. To see God’s heart for His people and to partner with Him. To experience the richness of people and places wildly different to little old New Zealand. To shift focus to things far beyond ourselves.
How do I know if I’m right for an Arotahi team?
If you love God, you care about His people, and you’re willing to be led outside of your comfort zone and into new learning and growth, then I would love to talk to you about joining us on a trip!
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