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Fundamental Interpersonal Relations Orientation

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Fundamental Interpersonal Relations Orientation (FIRO) is a theory of interpersonal relations, introduced by William Schutz in 1958.

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Revised NEO Personality Inventory

Revised NEO Personality Inventory

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The Revised NEO Personality Inventory, or NEO PI-R, is a psychological personality inventory; a 240-question measure of the Five Factor Model: Extraversion, Agreeableness, Conscientiousness, Neuroticism, and Openness to Experience. Additionally, the test measures six subordinate dimensions (known as 'facets') of each of the "Big Five" personality factors. The test was developed by Paul T. Costa, Jr. and Robert R. McCrae for use with adult (18+) men and women without overt psychopathology.

A smaller version of NEO PI-R exists called NEO FFI.

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Pamela & the Nepal Children Welfare Association: A Perfect Match

Pamela was looking for a chance to care for children at an orphanage. Her search on ChristianVolunteering.org would eventually lead all the way from her home in Singapore to the Nepal Children Welfare Association (www.fmorphan.org).

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S.H.A.P.E.

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Socionics

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Conference Call Webcasts

Click on the presentations below to get a webcast with synchronized audio and presentation . Requires Internet Explorer 5.0 or later or Netscape 7.0 or later

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Psychometrics

Psychometrics

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Psychometrics is the field of study concerned with the theory and technique of educational and psychological measurement, which includes the measurement of knowledge, abilities, attitudes, and personality traits. The field is primarily concerned with the study of differences between individuals and between groups of individuals. It involves two major research tasks, namely: (i) the construction of instruments and procedures for measurement; and (ii) the development and refinement of theoretical approaches to measurement.

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Standards of Excellence for Volunteers

Eight Biblical-based principles for effective volunteer service.

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Christian Volunteer Management Articles

Online / Tech Volunteers, Planning, Recruitment, Management, Recognition, Legal Issues

Online / Tech Volunteers

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Spiritual Gifts List

Spiritual Gifts

Instructions:

The Bible does not present a single, comprehensive list. The lists of specific gifts mentioned can be found in Romans 12:6-8; 1 Corinthians 12:8-10, 28-30; Ephesians 4:11; and 1 Peter 4:9-11. Below is a brief summary of the lists of gifts. The first part of the paragraph offers a general description of how the gift was used and applied in the Bible while the last column is a concise definition based on what the Bible says.

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Four Temperaments

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Four Temperaments is a theory of psychology that stems from the ancient concept of four humors (humorism).

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Organizational Culture

Organizational culture

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Christian Social Justice Widgets from UrbanMinistry.org

Social Justice Quote of the Day

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TechMission Newsletter: December 2008

TechMission's December 2008 Newsletter is now available online. You will need the Adobe Acrobat Reader to view the document.

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Standards of Excellence for Host Organizations Document

These Standards of Excellence for Host Organizations were created to help articulate and clarify key elements that contribute to mutually successful volunteer experiences.

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S.H.A.P.E.

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Abilities

Instructions:

Go back to your written list of accomplishments and highlights in the HEART section. Circle the verbs you used to describe what you have done.

Example: In My “Thirty Something” Years: 1. “I planned a monthly parent/teacher discussion forum.” Compare the circled verbs to the word list below. It will help you identify your abilities or “what you can do”.

To Do:

Circle 4 of the following Abilities that best describe you.

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Heart: Cause, People, Role

Heart

Instructions: Step One

If you are like most people, you have never taken time to sort out and identify the things you are good at and things that motivate you. Doing so will help you be as effective as you can be in service to our Lord. One key to understanding your heartbeat is to look at your past accomplishments.

To Do:

In the following areas, list the things that you enjoyed doing and did well (accomplishments), not simply pleasant experiences. Focus only on the highlights.

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