Argentina: Urban Church Planters

Opportunities

Two couples are needed to help WGM Argentina establish an indigenous church. This congregation will likely be started in a large city where a WGM church already exists. This will give the church planters the support of an existing church and pastor. Church planters will work with veteran missionaries and Argentine pastors to develop a plan to start a new church. There will also be opportunities to be involved in other ministries on the field. Housing will be worked out between WGM and the church, and a vehicle may be purchased if funds have been raised.

Qualifications

Applicants must have a BA in Bible and/or theology, and while a seminary degree is preferred, it is not required. It is preferred that applicants be ordained, but they may be ordained by a World Gospel Church in Argentina when they arrive. Applicants must also have an understanding of current missiological methods in church planting and the doctrine of entire sanctification and be able to communicate that knowledge to others.

Language Requirement

Church planters must be able to speak Spanish. Language school opportunities will be determined by the field.

Location

Urban Argentina

Length of Service

• Long-term: two or more years

Ministry Description

The ultimate goal of church ministries is to develop and establish churches worldwide. This is made possible by constantly striving to create an atmosphere where evangelism can take place. Leadership training, Christian education, and discipleship help strengthen the church as individuals prepare to go where God leads them and to share the love of Christ with others.

Quick Facts

• Statistically, 92 percent of Argentines are Roman Catholic, but less than 20 percent practice their faith. In addition, 2 percent of Argentines are Protestant, 2 percent are Jewish, and 4 percent practice other religions.

• Argentines are known for their nocturnal lifestyle of eating late and enjoying the late evening hours. Normal dinnertime in Argentina is between 9 p.m. and midnight.

• Argentines are considered quite sociable and outgoing, and they view themselves this way too. A cultural survey found that the most important spare time activity for almost 80 percent of Argentines is visiting friends and relatives.