Nature of Kairos

The Nature of Kairos

Kairos is a ministry made up of Christians (as defined in Statement of Faith) from various denominations and churches.  All volunteers at all levels when serving in Kairos should follow the Policy Statement on Interdenominational Christian Ministry. 

In line with the Interdenominational Christian Ministry policy, any differences in doctrine, practice, or belief within the Christian body should be left outside of the Kairos environment. 

The volunteer body and each team should be developed with denominational diversity.  At the same time, focusing on the common ground as Christians, the staff and volunteers must present themselves, on teams and as a community, in a cohesive and unified manner. 

Kairos has a rich history in 4th day movements, where volunteers are drawn from Cursillo, Tres Dias, Via de Cristo, Episcopal Cursillo, Presbyterian Cursillo, and Walk to Emmaus.  Working positively with these local 4th day communities (as well as others) is highly encouraged.   It is recommended that leaders have their own 4th day experience through one of the various 4th day ministries. 

Kairos program motto is “Listen, Listen, Love, Love”.  Listening and loving on the part of the Kairos volunteer, during all ministry programs, will release participants and guests from their prisons of fear, mistrust, and rejection.  They may then engage in a listening and loving relationship with God and others. 

Each volunteer must take responsibility for their actions and decisions, follow reporting guidelines to facilitate the effective resolution of problems, and ensure they do not exceed the authority of their position within Kairos Prison Ministry. 

 Each Kairos volunteer and staff person should see compliance and accountability with rules, regulations, policiesand procedures as part of Christian service to be followed with a spirit of joy and obedience as we serve our Lord. 

Below is a typical minimum requirement of a Kairos Volunteer including the description of service and duration:

   - Training and Team building of the Volunteer Team – Minimum 20 hours

   - Other preparation (writing letters, fundraising, making cookies, etc.) - ~20 hours

   - Program inside the Unit - ~42 hours

   - Instructional Reunion inside the Unit - ~ 8.5 hours

   - Continuing ministry - ~24 hours (2 hours per month)