are you a christian changemaker? (yet)

 
 

who is a christian changemaker?

a person who is changed by the Word of God, believes that the bible has the best ideas and values for policies, and therefore wants to become the best politician in speech, writing and debating to bring this message across and change societies

 
I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received [ Ephasians 4:1 ] 

 What values are important to you? What is your view of Europe, the European Union, and its societies? What convictions, visions, and ideas about nowadays society are living inside you?

Christian Changemakers [ CCM ] is designed to translate and strengthen your inner values, worldview, and visions into outer political ideas, influence and instruments. Because changemaking starts from within but needs an outward translation to become impactful. CCM will expand your intellectual, practical, spiritual, and relational horizons with the best Christian training, coaching and lectures out there. The program follows the three stages of [ 1 ] the person behind the change, [ 2 ] how to make change and [ 3 ] make that change. CCM will inspire, equip, and connect you to become the impactful Christian Changemaker you want to be by following these stages. After finishing the program, you will know your place in politics and will have the necessary tools to take that place.

 Are you ready for your life to be changed and Europe with you? Apply now for our special edition of Christian Changemakers to bring Christian value to Europe.

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INTELLECTUAL

The Bible has a lot to offer for societal values, thriving societies and societal change. Contemporary challenges in European politics requires Changemakers who are intellectually capable to operate in a diverse multicultural and polarized political environment while staying firm to Biblical values. CCM aims to substantially deepen your Biblical worldview and develop a thoughtful relational perspective necessary to confidently address the pressing concerns of nowadays society which moves your heart. The program incorporates four online modules on Biblical Foundations, The Economy, Politics, Justice and Law, and provides lectures and inspiration on Europe and the European Union throughout the program to shape your mind on how to bring change.

 
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PRACTICAL

Changemaking in society requires the best skills to make effectively impact in politics. CCM equips you with the practical skills needed to stand firm in your political ambitions to communicate your political message with impact in a diverse multicultural and polarized environment. The program incorporates training and approaches on skills for speech, writing and debating based on Biblical thinking and Christian values. The three in-person events are designed for Changemakers to learn, develop and immediately practice communicating your political message through different types of political instruments and media. You will develop a coherent political profile, incorporating persuasive opinion-making techniques and mastering media appearances. At the end of the program, you will have the tools, skills, and attitude to talk with clarity and charity while standing your ground and will know how to make an impact with your political message within Europe.  

 
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SPIRITUAL

A [ Christian Changemaker ] is changed by the Word of God. The change from within is the cornerstone of which change in society derives. It starts with you as a person and the values, worldview, and visions you carry. CCM encourages in depth reflection to deepen the understanding of your personal and political convictions, obstacles, and fears and translate them into impactful change. The program seeks to cultivate a deeply Biblical approach to leadership reflected by a Christ-centered heart, inner Christian values, and the attitude of a servant. The Bible studies, coaching sessions and prayers are an integral part of the program designed to celebrate and strengthen your Christian character and the impact as a Changemaker to spread your political message into European politics.

 
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RELATIONAL

Relational thinking is the basis of all impact. Change cannot happen on itself. CCM creates the environment which invites [ Changemakers ] to stand together through the ongoing networking, brainstorming, and personal support. The program offers a network of politicians, mentors and people who are making change to motivate you through the numerous dinners, mentorship opportunities, and visiting lecturers. Exchange of resources, political cooperation and inspiration are a vital part of the program. You will inevitably form long lasting relations with other Christian thinkers, professionals and changemakers from all over Europe.

 

Target group.

We look for the participants whose Christian love guides them towards making fundamental changes in their respective societies. Due to the competitive nature of the program, the focus is on young professionals and students, aged 18-35, who are running for national or upcoming European elections, have an ambition to run for an office or want to work in the political sphere. Members of Member Organizations or individual members of ECPYouth are encouraged to apply, but other Changemakers are also welcome to the program. 


 

THE trainers

  • Philip Powell

    Philip Powell has broad experience in thought-provoking attempts to uncover a Biblical basis for societal change, which is needed for a long-term Christian changemaker. Working from the question ‘does the Bible offer a positive vision for nation-building today?’ Philip helps to find answers for the Biblical basis of social activism and reform. Relational thinking is interwoven in the Bible and Biblical values and is the basis of the online modules delivered by Philip Powell. These modules will provide you with a Biblical worldview on societal and political change, and current pressing political matters.

  • Klariska ten Napel

    Klariska ten Napel is the project leader of CCM. She has a broad experience in politics as former president of ECPYouth, policy advisor for a Christian political party and a current seat in the city council of Zwolle, The Netherlands. With an extensive political network, experience as an activist on the field of modern slavery and being a changemaker herself, Klariska will be your motivator for political change.

  • Dr. Henk Stoorvogel

    Dr. Henk Stoorvogel is widely known for his impactful speeches and sermons. As a doctor in Communication Science, former pastor and the brain behind several international christian societal change movements as The 4th Musketeer and Athletes in Action, he makes an excellent trainer for delivering a message with impact and bringing change in society. On the basis of retorica, homiletics and communication science his technique of the Sermon Movement Center focuses on the person behind the speech, the quality of the speech, the connection with the audience and the presentation. After a training of dr. Stoorvogel you will be able to deliver speeches that will make your audience and political opponents hang at your lips and that will ultimately change their attitude.

  • Cristiana Bontea

    Cristiana Bontea, ACC is a Certified Executive and Leadership Coach having a broad experience in professional orientation and career development coaching. As former part of ECPYouth, she knows Christian youth politics from the inside and is therefore the best professional coach to uncover your personal political calling, strengths and areas of development. She will help you grow in your Christian character to be the impactful [ Changemaker ] you want to be.

  • Jeff & Romkje Fountain

    Jeff and Romkje Fountain have extensive experience with youth on a mission to change society. Romkje was initiator of the Dutch branch of Youth With A Mission from which organization Jeff the European director. They both chaired different boards of European networks and are the initiators of the Schuman Centre for European Studies. Jeff has an outstanding knowledge of the history of Christianity and Politics in Europe and is therefore an excellent interlocutor to your vision and values for the future of the EU and the European continent. Conversing with this couple will help you shape your mind and soul about your role and Christian character in European political changemaking based on history and the Bible.

  • Jack Valero

    Being part of Catholic Voices, Jack Valero, is dedicated to bringing the story of the Bible with clarity and charity. The method used by Jack is based on finding common ground by finding shared values and the good in the other side and starting our explanations from there. Such an approach allows your communication to combine clarity and charity, and to establish effective channels of communication, which is why the method can be effectively used for all political controversial topics.This value-based method is an excellent way to stand your ground and be heard when interacting with opponents.

  • Dr. Noemi Mena Montes

    Dr. Noemi is a well-known expert on Social Media, the award winning journalist,and a prior communication advisor for a European political foundation. Having extensive experience of teaching BA and MA in the Netherlands and being the guest speaker in other European countries, Dr. Noemi has practical and theoretical knowledge of the best strategies on how to write persuasive pieces and get them published. Specializing in topics related to media literacy, verification of information, and strategic communication, she is the one to help you get your message across through different media channels in the most effective and persuasive way.

  • Teuta Vodo

    With extensive experience in foreign policy and security, academic research, public management, and policy coordination, Teuta Vodo has a solid understanding of how to build an impactful profile for a young Christian politician. Her roles as a former International Secretary and Deputy Minister of Justice of Albania, as well as a current Co-head of the European and Foreign Affairs Department, will give you a real-life sense of how to create an impactful public image and the essential tools for maintaining it.

CCM is a program offered by ecpyouth

ECPYouth is a network of young Christain politicians from all over Europe. ECPYouth insipres, equips and unites young people to be reflect and acts in politics from a Christian-Biblical worldview

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