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Global outreach projects

How to volunteer for GLOBAL Outreach Projects

  1. Pray that God would show where you are to serve.
  2. Obtain a Short-Term Missions Volunteer application from the Missions Department.
  3. Return completed application to the Missions Department with a $10.00 administration fee.
  4. Set up an interview with the Missions Department.
  5. Meet with the other team members to begin training.

 

Projects

Opportunity in Israel to work with College students
The Fellowship of Christian Students in Israel is looking for dedicated disciples of Christ to serve in their growing college ministry. Opportunities include short-term trips, to longer term opportunities. Contact Seana Scott at ext. 203 if interested.

2008 Trips:
Partner with Shepherd missionaries by lending your time and your hands to further the Gospel in the communities which they serve.

Philippines May 17-31, 2008
Partner with Christian’s Haven, a ministry to street children.  Opportunities may include interacting with orphans at the center, participating in street ministry, sharing your testimony, and encouraging prisoners. 
Application Deadline: March 14  Approx: $2400
 
Russia July 23 - August 6, 2008
Be an agent of light as you interact with college-age Russian students while they tackle learning English.  Jon & Sonnet Barr, Shepherd supported missionaries,  use English as a bridge to build relationships and share God’s love.  The English Exchange camp is full of fun, activities, and lots of friendship building!  Application Deadline: March 25 Approx: $3400
 
Kenya July 12-26, 2008
Join the ministry of Larry & Judy Niemeyer and minister to the people of Kenya by hosting a VBS and/or helping with construction projects.  Project details depending on talents of team members. 
Application Deadline: April 12 Approx: $3650
 
Venezuela  Aug 4-18, 2008
Join church planters, Eric & Christine Barry, as you do street and door to door evangelism.  
Application Deadline: May 4 Approx: $2,000

Cuba:  October 31 - November 9 
Share Gods love as you bring mobility to people affected by disability in Cuba. Work in a team environment with Cuban nationals and other US team members to fit wheelchairs while nationals offer the gift of a Bible. Representatives from the Cuban Council of Churches and the national disability organization of Cuba host the outreach. Trip hosted and organized by Joni and Friends. Visit www.joniandfriends.org.

Application deadline: late-July Approximate cost: $2,700 - $3,100
 
Romania December 26-Jan 4
Minister to the abandoned children of Romania during the holiday season.  Opportunities include hosting Christmas parties, passing out gifts, taking care of deserted babies in the hospital, and sharing with older orphans.  
Application Deadline: September 25  Approx: $2900

If you are interested in joining us for a short-term mission trip or have any further questions regarding missions or local outreach, please don’t hesitate to call the Missions Office, 818.831.9333 x203 or email sscott@theshepherd.org.
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