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Gambia

Uganda

opportunities for January 09

team leaders

Each year we send out a number of gap year teams, usually between January and May, which give the chance to be involved in many different areas of work and ministry. Whatever you do, you’ll definitely have many opportunities to share the good news about Jesus, and your lives, with the people you meet.

LEADING A TEAM

There may well be opportunities to lead one of the gap year teams. If you are a graduate, preferably with at least some leadership experience, and would like to lead a team then do ask for an application form. It is a great opportunity for servant-leadership and helping to lay strong foundations in the Christian lives of the young people who go.

WHO SHOULD APPLY?

We welcome enquiries and applications from people who:

  • Are committed Christians

  • Are 18 - 30 years old (16+ for holiday clubs and Encounter)

  • Are resident in the UK or Republic of Ireland

  • Are willing to give their gifts, their talents and time to serve God

  • Have a heart for people, and are prepared to serve others

  • Are willing, flexible and open to experiencing the challenges of a new culture and way of life

 

 

CASE STUDY-GAMBIA

Although this is a very small and predominantly Muslim country, there is an open door for evangelism. The team teach in a number of different schools, help run Christian meetings and even arrange children’s holiday clubs. Often the interaction with local people, or just spending time with the team can be a highlight in itself.

I’m back in England. I guess it’s nice to be back, but I do really miss the Gambia. I have literally just had an incredible time there - certainly the best period of my life. What I will probably miss most are all the friends that I’ve made, and just living in a team with other Christians.”  - George