Leaders: Leon Blanchette, Ryan Green
Student Leaders: Hannah Mindak, Korey Ziemkowski
Cost: $3,300
Dates: May 26- June 10th (Tentative by one or two days)
Student Application Form
Description: This summer, a ministry team from Olivet will serve the wonderful people of Zambia. Ministry in Zambia is difficult but very rewarding. The people of Zambia speak English, and with the help of two Kenyans, the team will focus on pastoral, youth, and children’s ministry training. Truth be told, most of our time is spent building relationships with people. The team will travel to Lusaka and then travel from there to smaller communities for ministry. The people of Zambia are incredibly welcoming, and you will find that you will leave a part of your heart there when you return home. If you are passionate about sharing the love of Christ with others, up for many challenges, including few comforts, and adventurous, then this might be the ministry trip for you. The team will be small and made up of seven to ten students.
General Requirements:
- For trips outside the USA, you must have/apply for a U.S. Passport that is valid at least 6 months AFTER the last day of the trip (this cost is your responsibility).
- Physically capable of carrying all personal bags/luggage and participating in all activities. Make leaders aware of any limitations you may have. Some locations cannot accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Clear all screening: Academic, Student Accounts, ResLife, Chapel, Student Development
- Acceptance of a no cell phone policy except a one-time check in with family per week
- ALL Ministry Trip Students must attend ALL dates. Exceptions will only be made for student athletes if prior notice is given to Shalom Office during the application process:
- Information Meeting: October 8th, 5-6PM, Wisner room 137
- Applications due: October 15th at midnight
- Getting Started Session: November 8th at 9am
- January 30th or January 31st: Pre-Training Team Time
- Training sessions: February 7th and February 21st 9am12pm
- Commission Night: Friday, February 27th at 6pm (Spring Break)
- Commission Night: Friday, May 1st at 6 pm (Summer Break)
Social/Emotional Requirements:
- Commit to and cooperate within a diverse team of peers, leaders, and local community.
- Be respectful and be willing to follow the instructions of all authority: team leaders, site hosts, staff, etc.
- Emotionally stable, able to handle stress appropriately. Have personal coping skills for high anxiety-inducing situations.
- Be very flexible. Plans are subject to change daily for a variety of reasons.
- Be respectful and adaptable to the unique culture, whether domestic or international.
Financial Requirements:
- A non-refundable deposit (approximately 10% of the total cost) is required to secure a spot on the team upon acceptance.
- Trip cost includes all expenses EXCEPT passport fees, visa fees, immunizations, and souvenirs. A stipend will be given for travel meals, but it may not cover the full amount of food costs.
- The entire cost of the trip will be paid in full before departure, no exceptions.