Poland

General Description

All of Poland‘s 40,000 professing evangelical believers (approximately 1 out of 1,000 of Poland’s population) would fit into a large sports stadium. As a majority-Catholic culture, many Poles view protestant denominations as strange sects.

Fala, Josiah Venture in Poland, has a strong history of partnering with local churches to equip young leaders and to organize evangelistic camps. As well as that, we continue to innovate and explore new possibilities of reaching young people with the hope of the gospel.

The summer is a crucial time for interns to work alongside JV missionaries and local churches to prepare and run evangelistic summer camps. As a result, Polish youth leaders are equipped for ministry and through relational evangelism young people are challenged to become disciples of Jesus.

Poland’s summer internship is for people who have a passion for Jesus and want to share him with the young generation of Poles. You will experience a balance of evangelism, discipleship, and leadership training of national students and youth leaders. This is a high-energy ministry that requires Christian love for students. Be prepared for a very busy and stretching schedule that will be one of the most rewarding experiences in your lifetime!

Dates of Service

2024 dates will be available in June, 2023 

Cost

TBD (includes training, administration, in-field travel, food, lodging and airfare). 

Support

The support raising deadline is May 1. Once an intern has been accepted, the JV office will open an account and the intern will receive a link to access their account online. The account will be updated once per week. These donations are tax deductible and should be made payable and mailed to the JV office. Donations made payable to Josiah Venture cannot be transferred to the ministry of another organization or used for educational purposes, nor can they be returned to the donor.

Travel

International flights will be arranged through Josiah Venture after the first $500 of support is raised by the intern.  A visa is not required.

Vaccinations and Insurance

Up-to-date tetanus, and COVID vaccinations are recommended, but not required for an internship in this country/program. Basic overseas health insurance coverage will be provided by Josiah Venture for all US interns.

Location

The summer begins with a week of training in the Czech Republic. You will then be located at Josiah Venture camps throughout Eastern and Central Europe.

In-Field Transportation

Cars, trains, trams, buses, walking, etc.

Withdrawal

All donations will remain with Josiah Venture.

Application Deadline is January 31, 2024