Celebrating 60 years of Portuguese Ministry
Celebrating 60 years of Portuguese Ministry
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Celebrating 60 Years of God’s Faithfulness
On May 1, 2024, more than 160 current and former staff, volunteers, listeners, and ministry partners of HCJB Brazil gathered to praise God for 60 years of continuous ministry to the Portuguese-speaking world.
Reach Beyond (HCJB) began airing Portuguese radio programs in 1944. After a long pause, God led Victor and Helena Arndt and their young family to Quito, Ecuador to restart the Portuguese language service in 1964.
Twenty-two years later, HCJB Brazil opened its own office and recording studios in Curitiba, Brazil. Their programs were broadcast by Reach Beyond until 2008, when our Pifo shortwave site had to be dismantled because of the new Quito airport. Local funding challenges led HCJB Brazil to end all shortwave broadcasts in 2014 and shift focus to sharing programs through their website and other means.
In 2015, God opened a new opportunity for HCJB Brazil to distribute their programs on a microSD card they’ve nicknamed, “Card from Heaven” (Cartão do Céu). Users insert this tiny memory chip into their mobile phone or audio player to listen to radio programs. They can also access the Bible, the Jesus Film, and other Bible study resources—usually in various languages.
Praise God that HCJB Brazil has already distributed over 40,000 of these cards (about 1,000 per month) through missionaries working in Brazil and other parts of the world, who are providing follow-up and discipling new believers!
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Director of Church & Donor Partnerships
Position Summary: The Director of Church & Donor Partnerships strengthens Reach Beyond’s ministry by cultivating purposeful, trust-based relationships with churches, pastors, donors, and mission-minded individuals. Serving as a storyteller, encourager, and connector, this role invites the Body of Christ to join in God’s mission to reach those with little or no access to the Gospel.
Working closely with the Mobilization and Development teams, this person helps raise up new workers, strengthen church partnerships, and resource strategic ministry initiatives—always with a posture of discernment, prayer, and long-term stewardship.
Location: Colorado Springs or remote
Employment Type: Full time with employer-paid benefits, including medical coverage, retirement plan, and paid time off.
What This Role Does (Core Responsibilities)
1. Church Partnership Development
This role serves as a relational bridge between Reach Beyond, churches, and missionaries.
The Director:
- Maintains strong relationships with existing partner churches and develops 2–4 new church partnerships annually
- Shares the vision of Reach Beyond, helping churches understand and engage with the needs of the unreached
- Equips churches with resources that support missionaries and foster long-term, healthy partnerships
- Collaborates closely with missionaries as they engage their sending and supporting churches
2. Donor Ministry & Stewardship
This role views donor relationships as ministry and discipleship, not transactions.
The Director:
- Manages relationships with approximately 12 key donor accounts
- Walks alongside donors with discernment—guiding them through education, cultivation, solicitation, and appreciation
- Communicates clearly about ministry priorities, impact opportunities, and project funding goals
- Maintains accurate, timely records in the donor management system to ensure thoughtful follow-up and accountability
3. Representation & Engagement
This role serves as a public voice and relational presence for Reach Beyond.
The Director:
- Represents Reach Beyond at 3–5 regional or national events annually, with intentional follow-up for every connection
- Communicates the story of God’s work in Reach Beyond through stage presentations, small groups, and media opportunities
- Participates fully in staff meetings, chapels, retreats, and organizational prayer rhythms
4. Reporting, Collaboration & Administration
This role balances relational ministry with faithful stewardship and teamwork.
The Director:
- Provides quarterly written reports tracking progress toward mobilization and development goals
- Works closely with the Mobilization and Development Directors to align efforts and communicate organizational priorities
- Upholds organizational policies and maintains healthy, proactive communication across teams
You must be authorized to work in the United States.
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Why Join Reach Beyond? At Reach Beyond, we cultivate a culture rooted in relationship, collaboration, and dependence on God. Our mission is to see unreached people transformed in Christ through media, healthcare, and community development. As the Director of Church & Donor Partnerships, you’ll play a vital role in advancing God's mission and have the opportunity to grow personally and professionally while making a lasting global impact.
All applicants must be able to sign the Reach Beyond Statement of Faith.
Apply Now: Join us in fulfilling God’s calling to bring hope and transformation to the unreached. Complete the application here. Contact [email protected] if you have questions.