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| What is vocational ministry? It is a ministry that focuses on the entire person, not just whether they attain and maintain a job. It helps a person determine his or her true calling, the gift that gives each life meaning and purpose. |
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| Who is eligible to be an RVM client? Anyone. There are no prerequisites. Though the office is located in downtown Racine, Racine Vocational Ministry serves all of Racine County. |
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| I have a criminal record. Can I still receive services? Yes. In fact, the program helps participants address those problems that have stalled their work opportunities. Many people with criminal backgrounds have found employment and begun careers with the assistance or RVM. |
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| When are the Solutions for Success classes held? The four-day sessions (see Services page for details) are held the third week of each month, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday, at various locations around the city. You will receive more specific information at your intake visit. |
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| Do you charge any fees to participate in your program? No. Our services are offered free of charge to all participants. Further, we require no fees from employers to work with our participants. |
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| What is expected of me as a client? You are expected to actively participate in the job search and to work to broaden your skill set and understanding of the U.S. business culture. Those willing to make a change in their lives and in the way that they engage their community are welcome to use our services. |
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| How do I get started? Call RVM at 633-8660 or e-mail Lorianne Life at to set up an intake appointment. |
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| How many businesses work with RVM? As of July 2007, the organization had 28 employers on board and is always looking for more. For more information on working with RVM, call James Schatzman at 633-8660. |
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| From where does RVM receive its funding? The Racine Vocational Ministry is grateful for the financial support of a wide range of organizations and individuals. In 2007, this support included over a dozen community churches, six foundations and six local, state and federal government grant providers. A large number of individual donors and volunteers were also critical to our mission’s success. |
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| CHURCH SUPPORT St. Luke’s Episcopal Church Mount Pleasant Lutheran Church Holy Communion Lutheran Church St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church St. Michael's Episcopal Church Emmanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church Downtown Cooperative Parish Faith Community Church Evangelical United Methodist Church Lutheran Church of the Resurrection First Presbyterian Church St. Andrew Lutheran Church |
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| FOUNDATION SUPPORT Sisters of Saint Dominic - Racine Mission Fund Evangelical Lutheran Church of America – Domestic Hunger Program Racine Community Foundation Archdiocese of Milwaukee - CCHD United Way of Racine County S.C. Johnson Fund |
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| GOVERNMENT GRANTS U.S. Dept. of Housing & Urban Development U.S. Dept. of Health & Human Services/OIC Wis. Department of Commerce Wis. Office of Justice Assistance - Project Safe Neighborhoods City of Racine - CDBG Program City of Racine - Weed and Seed Program |
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