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The '''Pais Movement''' is a global [[non-denominational]] [[Christianity|Christian]] [[non-profit organization]] founded in 1992<ref>{{cite web |title=Pais Movement |url=http://www.fulfillurministry.org/organization/pais-movement/ |accessdate=12 May 2016 |website=Fulfill UR Ministry Inc. |language=en-US}}</ref> that focuses on [[Missionary|missionary work]] targeted at schools, communities and businesses. Initially known as the Pais Project, its founder, Paul Clayton Gibbs, established the organization in [[Manchester]], [[United Kingdom]]. The Pais Project was renamed the Pais Movement after international expansion. The Pais Movement is currently headquartered in [[Arlington, Texas]], [[United States]].{{TOC limit|3}}
The '''Pais Movement''' is a global non-denominational, non-profit organization that creates partnerships between schools, communities, businesses, and churches.

Paul Clayton Gibbs founded the organization in [[Manchester]], Great Britain. Gibbs initiated partnerships that lead to the beginning of the Pais Project in 1992.<ref>{{cite web|title=Pais Movement|url=http://www.fulfillurministry.org/organization/pais-movement/|website=Fulfill UR Ministry Inc.|accessdate=12 May 2016|language=en-US}}</ref> Pais Project evolved into what is currently known as the Pais Movement.

The organization provides three distinct programs aimed to “mobilize the many.”

# Apprenticeships:<ref>{{Cite web |title=Mission Year Options |url=https://paismovement.com/mission-year-options/ |access-date=2022-08-26 |website=Paismovement |language=en-US}}</ref> Pais Movement mobilizes young adults by offering free mission-year apprenticeships. Apprentices serve in communities, building partnerships between schools, businesses, and churches.
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# Pais Youth Academy:<ref>{{Cite web |title=Youth Academy |url=https://paismovement.com/youth-academy/ |access-date=2022-08-26 |website=Paismovement |language=en-US}}</ref> Pais Movement mobilizes teenagers through mentorship, adventure, and faith-based training.
# Affiliates: Pais Movement mobilizes adults by offering faith-based training in evangelism, discipleship, study, and other content.

Pais Movement is headquartered in Arlington, Texas, U.S.A. {{TOC limit|3}}


==History==
==History==
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===Pais GB===
===Pais GB===


''Established 1992.'' In 1992, as a result of connections that were made with various local schools and Sharon Church, [[Moston, Manchester]] where Gibbs was based, the first Pais team was initiated. The team consisted of four apprentices who taught lessons and led assemblies, primarily to students from 11–16 years old.<ref>{{cite web|title=CRE - Mission: pick up the Pais of change|url=https://www.creonline.co.uk/news/mission-pick-up-the-pais-of-change/|website=www.creonline.co.uk|accessdate=12 May 2016}}</ref>
In 1992, as a result of connections that were made with various local schools and Sharon Church, the first Pais team was initiated in [[Moston, Manchester]] where Gibbs was based. The team consisted of four apprentices who taught lessons and led assemblies, primarily for students aged 11–16 years old.<ref>{{cite web|title=CRE - Mission: pick up the Pais of change|url=https://www.creonline.co.uk/news/mission-pick-up-the-pais-of-change/|website=www.creonline.co.uk|accessdate=12 May 2016}}</ref>


As the Pais Project grew, it offered a professional training program and as more applications were received from prospective apprentices, the Pais Project extended across England until in 2000 it pioneered its first team in Northern Ireland. In 2009 it moved its headquarters from [[Manchester]] to [[Burnley]] where Pais GB is currently based at Life Church, Burnley.<ref>{{Cite web|title = Great Britain {{!}} Pais Movement|url = http://paismovement.com/locations/great-britain/|website = Pais Movement|access-date = 2016-01-19|language = en-US}}</ref> In 2018, Pais Great Britain was renamed as Pais United Kingdom.
In 2009, it moved its headquarters from [[Manchester]] to [[Burnley]] where Pais GB is currently based at Life Church, Burnley.<ref>{{Cite web|title = Great Britain {{!}} Pais Movement|url = http://paismovement.com/locations/great-britain/|website = Pais Movement|access-date = 2016-01-19|language = en-US|archive-date = 2016-01-26|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20160126041602/http://paismovement.com/locations/great-britain/|url-status = dead}}</ref> Pais Great Britain was renamed as Pais United Kingdom in 2018.


===Pais Ireland===
===Pais Ireland===


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In 2000, Pais started its first team based in [[Belfast]]. In 2010, Pais teams started to work in [[Cork (city)|Cork]]. Pais Ireland currently has its headquarters in [[Portrush]].<ref>{{Cite web|title = Ireland {{!}} Pais Movement|url = http://paismovement.com/locations/ireland/|website = Pais Movement|access-date = 2016-01-19|language = en-US|archive-date = 2016-01-26|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20160126010025/http://paismovement.com/locations/ireland/|url-status = dead}}</ref><ref>{{cite book|last1=Riley|first1=Mark|title=Mark Riley: The Adventure Of Mission|publisher=iBooks|location=Pais Ireland|page=4|url=https://books.noisetrade.com/marknriley/the-adventure-of-mission|accessdate=12 May 2016}}</ref>
''Established 2000.'' In 2000 Pais started its first team based in [[Belfast]]. Due to being well received and its non-denominational stance, it enabled the teams to establish a rapport with both Protestant and Roman Catholic schools and youth groups. Their aim was to bring unity within the communities employing a relational approach. In 2010 Pais teams started to work in [[Cork (city)|Cork]].
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Pais Ireland currently has its headquarters in [[Portrush]].<ref>{{Cite web|title = Ireland {{!}} Pais Movement|url = http://paismovement.com/locations/ireland/|website = Pais Movement|access-date = 2016-01-19|language = en-US}}</ref><ref>{{cite book|last1=Riley|first1=Mark|title=Mark Riley: The Adventure Of Mission|publisher=iBooks|location=Pais Ireland|page=4|url=https://books.noisetrade.com/marknriley/the-adventure-of-mission|accessdate=12 May 2016}}</ref>


===Pais USA===
===Pais USA===


''Established 2002.'' In 2002 the first Pais nation outside of Europe was established. Pais USA received a special endorsement from [[Max Lucado]], an American best-selling author, writer, and preacher. Pais USA is based in [[Arlington, Texas]] with various teams working in schools and youth groups throughout the country.
In 2002, the first Pais nation outside of Europe was established. Pais USA received a special endorsement from [[Max Lucado]],{{citation needed|date=May 2024}} an American best-selling author, writer, and preacher. Pais USA is based in [[Arlington, Texas]] with various teams working in schools and youth groups throughout the country.


===Pais Germany===
===Pais Germany===


''Established 2003.'' A wide range of opportunities arose for Pais Germany following the “[[Programme for International Student Assessment|PISA]] shock” when German schools were criticized for their comparatively poor performance in relation to their global counterparts. Pais Germany has a unique relationship with the German government. The government fully supports the organization and a year spent as a Pais apprentice is considered as a [[Voluntary social year]]. Pais Germany headquarters are in [[Neumünster]].
Pais Germany has a unique relationship with the German government wherein the government fully supports the organization{{Citation needed|date=April 2024}}. For instance, a year spent as a Pais apprentice is considered as a [[Voluntary social year|Voluntary Social Year]]{{Citation needed|date=April 2024}}. Pais Germany headquarters are in [[Neumünster]].


===Pais Global===
===Pais Global===
''Established 2005.'' In October 2005, following Gibbs's relocation to the US, the organization had grown to such an extent that a specialist team was launched as a resource center for the worldwide Pais Teams. The headquarters are in [[Arlington, Texas]].
In October 2005, following Gibbs's relocation to the US, the organization launched a resource center for the worldwide Pais Teams. The headquarters are in [[Arlington, Texas]].


===Pais Ghana===
===Pais Ghana===
[[File:Pais Ghana helping in the streets March 2015.jpg|thumb|Pais Ghana cleaning a marketplace in Accra. March 2015.]]
[[File:Pais Ghana helping in the streets March 2015.jpg|thumb|Pais Ghana cleaning a marketplace in Accra. March 2015.]]
''Established 2008.'' In 2008 the Pais Project extended into [[Africa]]. Apprentices mainly work in schools in the capital city of [[Ghana]] although teams have also partnered with local churches, hospitals, and orphanages in the neighboring rural areas. Pais Ghana headquarters are in [[Accra]].
In 2008 the Pais Project extended into [[Africa]]. Apprentices mainly work in schools in the capital city of [[Ghana]] although teams have also partnered with local churches, hospitals, and orphanages in the neighboring rural areas. Pais Ghana headquarters are in [[Accra]].


===Pais Brazil===
===Pais Brazil===
[[File:Brazil doctors Pais Rio grande do norte 2014.jpg|thumb|upright|Pais Rio Grande do Norte work alongside medical staff in the 'favelas' in Brazil. 2014.]]
[[File:Brazil doctors Pais Rio grande do norte 2014.jpg|thumb|upright|Pais Rio Grande do Norte work alongside medical staff in the 'favelas' in Brazil. 2014.]]
''Established 2012.'' In 2012 Pais began in [[South America]], working alongside the local church in the schools and heavily populated urban slums known as 'favelas’. Pais Brazil has its headquarters in [[Natal, Rio Grande do Norte]].
In 2012, Pais began in [[South America]], working alongside the local church in the schools and heavily populated [[Favela|favelas]]. Pais Brazil has its headquarters in [[Natal, Rio Grande do Norte]].


===Pais India===
===Pais India===
[[File:Pais india.jpg|thumb|Pais India member]]
[[File:Pais india.jpg|thumb|Pais India member]]
''Established 2013.'' Pais India was established in 2013 by an Indian Pais apprentice who had trained for two years with Pais GB. He returned to [[India]] in July 2013 and started Pais India with various colleagues, reaching schools and campuses surrounding [[Chennai]].
Pais India was established in 2013 by an Indian Pais apprentice who had trained for two years with Pais GB. He returned to [[India]] in July 2013 and started Pais India with various colleagues, reaching schools and campuses surrounding [[Chennai]].


===Pais Pakistan===
===Pais Pakistan===


''Established 2013.'' The organization has released little information about its work in [[Pakistan]] for the security of its staff and apprentices.
The organization has released little information about its work in [[Pakistan]] for the security of its staff and apprentices.


===Pais Kenya===
===Pais Kenya===


''Established 2014.'' Pais Kenya was launched in 2014. It was initially established in [[Nairobi]] and grew to other cities, such as Zimmerman, where it extended its work in local schools and youth groups.
Pais Kenya launched in 2014. It was initially established in [[Nairobi]] and grew to other cities, such as Zimmerman, where it extended its work in local schools and youth groups.


===Pais Australia===
===Pais Australia===


Pais Australia is currently based in both [[Brisbane]] and south of [[Sydney]].
''Established 2015.'' The extension of Pais into [[Australia]] takes the Movement into its sixth continent. Pais Australia is currently based in [[Brisbane]].


===Rest of the World===
===Rest of the World===


Pais reached more nations, whether equipped with entire teams, specialists, or ongoing relationships with communities who are interested in bringing Pais into their region{{Clarify|reason=Weasel words, "ongoing relationships with communities who are interested in bringing Pais into their region" isn't the same as the organisation actually operating in these countries|date=April 2024}}. These nations include: [[Austria]], [[Bangladesh]], [[Canada]], [[Democratic Republic of the Congo|Democratic Republic of Congo]], [[Denmark]], [[Faroe Islands]], [[Nigeria]], [[South Africa]], [[Tanzania]], [[Uganda]], [[Switzerland]], and the [[Philippines]]{{Citation needed|date=April 2024}}.
Pais also works in other nations primarily through specialist trainers and teachers: [[Canada]], [[Denmark]], [[Faroe Islands]], [[Nigeria]], [[South Africa]], [[Uganda]], [[Tanzania]], and the [[Philippines]].

===Future Nations===

The vision of the Pais Movement is to further extend its work globally with plans of launching teams in [[Nepal]], and [[Italy]].


==Founder==
==Founder==
[[File:Paul Clayton Gibbs.jpg|thumb|Paul Clayton Gibbs. Founding Director of the Pais Movement.]]
[[File:Paul Clayton Gibbs.jpg|thumb|Paul Clayton Gibbs. Founding Director of the Pais Movement.]]
Paul Clayton Gibbs is the founder and global director of the Pais Movement. Born in Manchester, Great Britain, he is married to Lynn and has two boys, Joel and Levi.<ref>{{cite web|title=Paul Gibbs « 2016 International Conference {{!}} Point-of-Rental Software|url=http://conference.point-of-rental.com/speakers/paul-gibbs/|website=conference.point-of-rental.com|accessdate=12 May 2016}}</ref>
Paul Clayton Gibbs is the founder and director of the Pais Movement. Born in Manchester, Great Britain, he is married to Lynn and has two children.<ref>{{cite web|title=Paul Gibbs « 2016 International Conference {{!}} Point-of-Rental Software|url=http://conference.point-of-rental.com/speakers/paul-gibbs/|website=conference.point-of-rental.com|accessdate=12 May 2016|archive-date=15 August 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160815174915/http://conference.point-of-rental.com/speakers/paul-gibbs/|url-status=dead}}</ref>

Gibb's early career was in retail management but he later decided to commit himself to working full-time at his local church.

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He established contacts with local schools which eventually led to the concept of the Pais Project being launched in 1992. The Pais Project was established as an inter-denominational youth and schools ministry. Gibbs worked as a youth leader within his local church and directed Pais teams in the area.

In the mid-1990s, Gibbs became a Director with Youth Alive. During this time, he pioneered Youthlink, a national training curriculum, and assisted with other local projects.

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In 2000, Gibbs became the Senior Minister at the faith works in [[Failsworth]], Oldham, a church that partnered with [[The Message Trust]] and planted the Eden Project, an award-winning community endeavor.<ref>{{cite news|title=CoMission 2016|url=https://issuu.com/assembliesofgod/docs/comission2016|accessdate=19 May 2016|work=Issue|publisher=AOG}}</ref>


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Gibbs' early career was in retail management but he later decided to work full-time at his local church. He established contacts with local schools which eventually led to the concept of the Pais Project being launched in 1992. The Pais Project was established as an inter-denominational youth and schools' ministry. Gibbs worked as a youth leader within his local church and directed Pais teams in the area.
In 2004, Gibbs launched his own Mentoring Academy and in October 2005 moved to the US, where he served on the Senior Leadership Team of a Texan [[megachurch]].


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In the mid-1990s, Gibbs became a director with Youth Alive.{{cn|date=August 2024}} In 2000, Gibbs became the senior minister at the faith works in [[Failsworth]], Oldham, a church that partnered with [[The Message Trust]] and set up the Eden Project, an award-winning community project.<ref>{{cite news|title=CoMission 2016|url=https://issuu.com/assembliesofgod/docs/comission2016|accessdate=19 May 2016|work=Issue|publisher=AOG}}</ref>
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In 2009, Gibbs committed himself full-time to the development of Pais, launching various initiatives and resources such as mypais.com and Livewire, a weekly training video.


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In 2005, Gibbs moved to the US where he worked at a Texan [[megachurch]]. In 2009, Gibbs committed himself full-time to the development of Pais, launching various initiatives and resources such as mypais.com and Livewire, a weekly training video.
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Gibbs teaches throughout the world on topics which include pioneering, leadership development and the Kingdom of God.<ref>{{Cite web|title = Paul Clayton Gibbs|url = http://www.harrishousepublishing.com/paul-gibbs/|website = Harris House Publishing|access-date = 2016-01-19}}</ref> His books are published by Harris House Publishing.[http://www.harrishousepublishing.com/]<ref>{{cite web|title=Point of Rental® Software Offers Continued Training|url=http://www.canadianrentalservice.com/shows/point-of-rental%C2%AE-software-offers-continued-training-4384|website=Canadian Rental Service|accessdate=12 May 2016}}</ref>


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Gibbs teaches on topics which include pioneering, leadership development and religion.<ref>{{Cite web|title = Paul Clayton Gibbs|url = http://www.harrishousepublishing.com/paul-gibbs/|website = Harris House Publishing|access-date = 2016-01-19|archive-date = 2016-01-26|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20160126062938/http://www.harrishousepublishing.com/paul-gibbs/|url-status = dead}}</ref> His books are published by Harris House Publishing.<ref>{{cite web|title=Point of Rental Software Offers Continued Training|url=http://www.canadianrentalservice.com/shows/point-of-rental%C2%AE-software-offers-continued-training-4384|website=Canadian Rental Service|accessdate=12 May 2016|archive-date=5 June 2016|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160605042430/http://www.canadianrentalservice.com/shows/point-of-rental%C2%AE-software-offers-continued-training-4384|url-status=dead}}</ref>
Gibbs is best known for his ability to combine ancient methods of discipleship with a communication style that is particularly suited to a post-modern society. He has gained national recognition in the UK and has written courses for, and spoken at various Bible colleges and seminaries in the UK and the States, such as [[Mattersey Hall]], [[Nazarene Theological College (England)]] and [[Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary]].


==Pais Programs==
==Pais Programs==
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'''<big>Apprenticeships</big>'''
'''<big>Apprenticeships</big>'''


The Pais Movement offers "free" apprenticeships. The apprenticeship includes training, accommodation & meals. The training consists of 200 lecture hours, 1,800 experiential training and is valued at a total of 10,400 American dollars. Upon successful completion apprentices receive a recognized certificate. Apprentices may serve as a part of the following team types:<ref>{{Cite web |last=Pais Movement |title=The Church Catalogue |url=https://paismovement.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Church-Catalog.pdf}}</ref> Pais Project, Pais Venture, Pais Collective, Pais Infrastructure.
The Pais Movement offers "free" apprenticeships{{Clarify|reason=Why is free in quotes, is it free or not?|date=April 2024}}. The apprenticeship includes training, accommodation, and meals. Upon successful completion apprentices receive a recognized certificate. Apprentices may serve as a part of the following team types:<ref>{{Cite web |last=Pais Movement |title=The Church Catalogue |url=https://paismovement.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Church-Catalog.pdf}}</ref> Pais Project, Pais Venture, Pais Collective, Pais Infrastructure.


'''<big>Youth Academy</big>'''<ref>{{Cite web |title=Youth Academy |url=https://paismovement.com/youth-academy/ |access-date=2022-08-26 |website=Paismovement |language=en-US}}</ref>
'''<big>Youth Academy</big>'''<ref>{{Cite web |title=Youth Academy |url=https://paismovement.com/youth-academy/ |access-date=2022-08-26 |website=Paismovement |language=en-US}}</ref>


Pais Movement offers free faith-based training and mentorship to teenagers. Teenagers are discipled in Pais’ three distinctives:<ref>{{Cite web |title=Our Templates |url=https://paismovement.com/templates/ |access-date=2022-08-26 |website=Paismovement |language=en-US}}</ref> mission, discipleship, and study. Pais apprentices lead youth academy members on experiences that lead to the education of biblical principles.
Pais Movement offers free faith-based training and mentorship to teenagers. Teenagers are disciples in Pais' three distinct disciplines:<ref>{{Cite web |title=Our Templates |url=https://paismovement.com/templates/ |access-date=2022-08-26 |website=Paismovement |language=en-US}}</ref> mission, discipleship, and study. Pais apprentices lead youth academy members to experiences that lead to an education based on biblical principles.


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'''<big>Allies Program</big>'''<ref>{{Cite web |title=Pais Affiliate Program |url=https://paismovement.com/affiliate/ |access-date=2022-08-26 |website=Paismovement |language=en-US}}</ref>


'''<big>Affiliate Program</big>'''<ref>{{Cite web |title=Pais Affiliate Program |url=https://paismovement.com/affiliate/ |access-date=2022-08-26 |website=Paismovement |language=en-US}}</ref>
Pais Movement provides ministry training and resources through an online platform called MyPais.<ref>{{Cite web |title=MyPais |url=https://pais-school.thinkific.com/pages/homepage |access-date=2022-08-26 |website=mypais |language=en}}</ref> Affiliates may register for course material and select online, or in-person training.

Pais Movement provides extensive ministry training and resources through an online platform called MyPais.<ref>{{Cite web |title=MyPais |url=https://pais-school.thinkific.com/pages/homepage |access-date=2022-08-26 |website=mypais |language=en}}</ref> Affiliates may register for course material and select online or in-person training.


==Training and Resources==
==Training and Resources==
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===MYPAIS===
===MYPAIS===


MYPAIS is a website that provides a free extensive resource of online training videos, brochures & catalytic programs.<ref>{{Cite web|title = MYPAIS 5.0 {{!}} A free gift from the Pais Movement|url = http://www.mypais.com|website = www.mypais.com|access-date = 2016-01-19}}</ref>
MYPAIS is a website that provides a free resource of online training videos, brochures & programs that serve as a catalyst toward a defined goal.<ref>{{Cite web|title = MYPAIS 5.0 {{!}} A free gift from the Pais Movement|url = http://www.mypais.com|website = www.mypais.com|access-date = 2016-01-19}}</ref>


===SWAP===
===SWAP===
[[File:Discussion and Collaboration Pais GB swap feb 2014.jpg|thumb|Discussion and Collaboration at a Swap Conference. Pais GB.]][[File:Flat-project-wht-icon-01.png|thumb|upright|Pais Project]]SWAP is an international three-day conference held on various continents that promotes discussion of the three Pais distinctives. The objective is to bring communities together to collaborate on new, fresh and insightful ideas.<ref>{{Cite web|title = SWAP - An idea driven conference|url = http://paismovement.com/conferences/swap/|website = Pais Movement|access-date = 2016-01-19|language = en-US}}</ref>
[[File:Discussion and Collaboration Pais GB swap feb 2014.jpg|thumb|Discussion at a Swap Conference. Pais GB.]][[File:Flat-project-wht-icon-01.png|thumb|upright|Pais Project]]SWAP is an international three-day conference held on various continents that promotes discussion of the three Pais disciplines: mission, discipleship, and study.<ref>{{Cite web|title = SWAP - An idea driven conference|url = http://paismovement.com/conferences/swap/|website = Pais Movement|access-date = 2016-01-19|language = en-US|archive-date = 2016-01-19|archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20160119232658/http://paismovement.com/conferences/swap/|url-status = dead}}</ref>

===Films===

Released by [http://windward.productions/ Windward Productions], The Spirit of a Pioneer is a documentary based on the book ‘The Line and the Dot’ by Paul Clayton Gibbs. It tells the story of young adventurers who give their lives to touch the hearts of young people. The film was produced to inspire and inform those with a dream to make a difference in the world.


===Apprenticeship Programs===
===Apprenticeship Programs===


Pais has worked with schools, universities, churches, and businesses for thirty years. In that time it has grown from a local schools project to an internationally based organization of autonomous and independently run national organizations on six continents.
Pais has worked with schools, universities, churches, and businesses.



'''<big>Pais Project</big>'''
'''<big>Pais Project</big>'''


A Pais Project team bridges the gap between churches and its surrounding schools and community.
A Pais Project team works with churches and their surrounding schools and community.


===Pais Collective===
===Pais Collective===
[[File:Flat-collective-wht-icon-01.png|thumb|upright|Pais Collective]]
[[File:Flat-collective-wht-icon-01.png|thumb|upright|Pais Collective]]


A Pais Collective team works with adults, and acts as a catalyst for evangelism, church planting, and college outreach.
A Pais Collective team works with adults to promote evangelism.


===Pais Venture===
===Pais Venture===
[[File:Flat-venture-wht-icon-01.png|thumb|upright|Pais Venture]]
[[File:Flat-venture-wht-icon-01.png|thumb|upright|Pais Venture]]
A Pais Venture team works with businesses and helps them build a kingdom-minded culture within an office environment.
A Pais Venture team works with businesses to promote evangelism.


===Pais Infrastructure===
===Pais Infrastructure===
[[File:Flat-infra-wht-icon-01.png|thumb|upright|Pais Infrastructure]]
[[File:Flat-infra-wht-icon-01.png|thumb|upright|Pais Infrastructure]]


Apprentices serve in an office environment and provide logistical and resource support to Pais teams globally. Apprentices may serve in 5 areas of support: Finance, Training, Personnel, Communications, and Media.
Apprentices serve in an office environment and provide logistical and resource support to Pais teams globally. Apprentices may serve in 5 areas of support: finance, training, personnel, communications, and media.


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Pais Movement
Named afterPais; παῖς, παιδός, ὁ, ἡ (Greek)
Meaning; a child servant of a king
FormationEstablished; 1992
FounderPaul Clayton Gibbs
Founded atManchester
Legal statusNonprofit organization
PurposeMissionary work
HeadquartersArlington, Texas
Region
Global
Websitepaismovement.com

The Pais Movement is a global non-denominational Christian non-profit organization founded in 1992[1] that focuses on missionary work targeted at schools, communities and businesses. Initially known as the Pais Project, its founder, Paul Clayton Gibbs, established the organization in Manchester, United Kingdom. The Pais Project was renamed the Pais Movement after international expansion. The Pais Movement is currently headquartered in Arlington, Texas, United States.

History

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Pais Movement National Directors. 2015.

Pais GB

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In 1992, as a result of connections that were made with various local schools and Sharon Church, the first Pais team was initiated in Moston, Manchester where Gibbs was based. The team consisted of four apprentices who taught lessons and led assemblies, primarily for students aged 11–16 years old.[2]

In 2009, it moved its headquarters from Manchester to Burnley where Pais GB is currently based at Life Church, Burnley.[3] Pais Great Britain was renamed as Pais United Kingdom in 2018.

Pais Ireland

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In 2000, Pais started its first team based in Belfast. In 2010, Pais teams started to work in Cork. Pais Ireland currently has its headquarters in Portrush.[4][5]

Pais USA

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In 2002, the first Pais nation outside of Europe was established. Pais USA received a special endorsement from Max Lucado,[citation needed] an American best-selling author, writer, and preacher. Pais USA is based in Arlington, Texas with various teams working in schools and youth groups throughout the country.

Pais Germany

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Pais Germany has a unique relationship with the German government wherein the government fully supports the organization[citation needed]. For instance, a year spent as a Pais apprentice is considered as a Voluntary Social Year[citation needed]. Pais Germany headquarters are in Neumünster.

Pais Global

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In October 2005, following Gibbs's relocation to the US, the organization launched a resource center for the worldwide Pais Teams. The headquarters are in Arlington, Texas.

Pais Ghana

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Pais Ghana cleaning a marketplace in Accra. March 2015.

In 2008 the Pais Project extended into Africa. Apprentices mainly work in schools in the capital city of Ghana although teams have also partnered with local churches, hospitals, and orphanages in the neighboring rural areas. Pais Ghana headquarters are in Accra.

Pais Brazil

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Pais Rio Grande do Norte work alongside medical staff in the 'favelas' in Brazil. 2014.

In 2012, Pais began in South America, working alongside the local church in the schools and heavily populated favelas. Pais Brazil has its headquarters in Natal, Rio Grande do Norte.

Pais India

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Pais India member

Pais India was established in 2013 by an Indian Pais apprentice who had trained for two years with Pais GB. He returned to India in July 2013 and started Pais India with various colleagues, reaching schools and campuses surrounding Chennai.

Pais Pakistan

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The organization has released little information about its work in Pakistan for the security of its staff and apprentices.

Pais Kenya

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Pais Kenya launched in 2014. It was initially established in Nairobi and grew to other cities, such as Zimmerman, where it extended its work in local schools and youth groups.

Pais Australia

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Pais Australia is currently based in both Brisbane and south of Sydney.

Rest of the World

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Pais reached more nations, whether equipped with entire teams, specialists, or ongoing relationships with communities who are interested in bringing Pais into their region[clarification needed]. These nations include: Austria, Bangladesh, Canada, Democratic Republic of Congo, Denmark, Faroe Islands, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Switzerland, and the Philippines[citation needed].

Founder

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Paul Clayton Gibbs. Founding Director of the Pais Movement.

Paul Clayton Gibbs is the founder and director of the Pais Movement. Born in Manchester, Great Britain, he is married to Lynn and has two children.[6]

Gibbs' early career was in retail management but he later decided to work full-time at his local church. He established contacts with local schools which eventually led to the concept of the Pais Project being launched in 1992. The Pais Project was established as an inter-denominational youth and schools' ministry. Gibbs worked as a youth leader within his local church and directed Pais teams in the area.

In the mid-1990s, Gibbs became a director with Youth Alive.[citation needed] In 2000, Gibbs became the senior minister at the faith works in Failsworth, Oldham, a church that partnered with The Message Trust and set up the Eden Project, an award-winning community project.[7]

In 2005, Gibbs moved to the US where he worked at a Texan megachurch. In 2009, Gibbs committed himself full-time to the development of Pais, launching various initiatives and resources such as mypais.com and Livewire, a weekly training video.

Gibbs teaches on topics which include pioneering, leadership development and religion.[8] His books are published by Harris House Publishing.[9]

Pais Programs

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Apprenticeships

The Pais Movement offers "free" apprenticeships[clarification needed]. The apprenticeship includes training, accommodation, and meals. Upon successful completion apprentices receive a recognized certificate. Apprentices may serve as a part of the following team types:[10] Pais Project, Pais Venture, Pais Collective, Pais Infrastructure.

Youth Academy[11]

Pais Movement offers free faith-based training and mentorship to teenagers. Teenagers are disciples in Pais' three distinct disciplines:[12] mission, discipleship, and study. Pais apprentices lead youth academy members to experiences that lead to an education based on biblical principles.

Allies Program[13]

Pais Movement provides ministry training and resources through an online platform called MyPais.[14] Affiliates may register for course material and select online, or in-person training.

Training and Resources

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MYPAIS

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MYPAIS is a website that provides a free resource of online training videos, brochures & programs that serve as a catalyst toward a defined goal.[15]

SWAP

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Discussion at a Swap Conference. Pais GB.
Pais Project

SWAP is an international three-day conference held on various continents that promotes discussion of the three Pais disciplines: mission, discipleship, and study.[16]

Apprenticeship Programs

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Pais has worked with schools, universities, churches, and businesses.

Pais Project

A Pais Project team works with churches and their surrounding schools and community.

Pais Collective

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Pais Collective

A Pais Collective team works with adults to promote evangelism.

Pais Venture

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Pais Venture

A Pais Venture team works with businesses to promote evangelism.

Pais Infrastructure

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Pais Infrastructure

Apprentices serve in an office environment and provide logistical and resource support to Pais teams globally. Apprentices may serve in 5 areas of support: finance, training, personnel, communications, and media.

References

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  1. ^ "Pais Movement". Fulfill UR Ministry Inc. Retrieved 12 May 2016.
  2. ^ "CRE - Mission: pick up the Pais of change". www.creonline.co.uk. Retrieved 12 May 2016.
  3. ^ "Great Britain | Pais Movement". Pais Movement. Archived from the original on 2016-01-26. Retrieved 2016-01-19.
  4. ^ "Ireland | Pais Movement". Pais Movement. Archived from the original on 2016-01-26. Retrieved 2016-01-19.
  5. ^ Riley, Mark. Mark Riley: The Adventure Of Mission. Pais Ireland: iBooks. p. 4. Retrieved 12 May 2016.
  6. ^ "Paul Gibbs « 2016 International Conference | Point-of-Rental Software". conference.point-of-rental.com. Archived from the original on 15 August 2016. Retrieved 12 May 2016.
  7. ^ "CoMission 2016". Issue. AOG. Retrieved 19 May 2016.
  8. ^ "Paul Clayton Gibbs". Harris House Publishing. Archived from the original on 2016-01-26. Retrieved 2016-01-19.
  9. ^ "Point of Rental Software Offers Continued Training". Canadian Rental Service. Archived from the original on 5 June 2016. Retrieved 12 May 2016.
  10. ^ Pais Movement. "The Church Catalogue" (PDF).
  11. ^ "Youth Academy". Paismovement. Retrieved 2022-08-26.
  12. ^ "Our Templates". Paismovement. Retrieved 2022-08-26.
  13. ^ "Pais Affiliate Program". Paismovement. Retrieved 2022-08-26.
  14. ^ "MyPais". mypais. Retrieved 2022-08-26.
  15. ^ "MYPAIS 5.0 | A free gift from the Pais Movement". www.mypais.com. Retrieved 2016-01-19.
  16. ^ "SWAP - An idea driven conference". Pais Movement. Archived from the original on 2016-01-19. Retrieved 2016-01-19.
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