Tanzania (2024) 5/20/24

This summer a ministry team from Olivet will serve the wonderful people of Tanzania for the ninth time. Ministry in Tanzania is difficult but very rewarding. The people of Tanzania speak Swahili, 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 Dar es Salaam, a city of 98% Muslim, Mbeya, Dodoma and Mwanza. The people of Tanzania 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 students and three leaders.

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.
• Physically capable of carrying all personal bags/luggage and participating in all activities. Make leaders aware of any limitations you may have.
• Clear all screening: Academic, Student Accounts, ResLife, Chapel, Student Development

- Information Meeting: October 30, 7pm, Wisner Auditorium

- Getting Started Session:  November 18, 9am

- Summer Break Training sessions:  Saturdays 9am-12pm; Feb 3, Feb 10, April 13

• Physically capable of carrying all personal bags/luggage and participate in all activities. Make leaders aware of any limitations you may have.
• Clear all screening: academic, student accounts, ResLife, Chapel, Student Development

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, ability to handle stress appropriately.  
• 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, immunizations and souvenirs. 
• The entire cost of the trip will be paid in full before departure, no exceptions.