Sunday, January 01, 2017

Crisis in Nigeria


CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS

Join in support of our Nigerian Brethren on their Long Journey Home:
Nigeria Workcamps are being formed to help rebuild churches, repair church facilities, to worship and pray in fellowship with the Nigerian Brethren and to encourage people as they recover. Ekklesiyar Yan’uwa a Nigeria (EYN, Church of the Brethren in Nigeria) families and their neighbors have started the long journey of recovery and return of self sufficiency. Join in helping communities and churches rebuild in Nigeria.



NIGERIAN WORKCAMP

WORK, WORSHIP & FELLOWSHIP

A Joint Church of the Brethren & EYN
(Church of the Brethren in Nigeria) Project


Workcamp Dates:
  • November 4th—21st, 2016
  • January 11th –30th, 2017
  • February 17th—March 6th, 2017
  • Additional workcamps in 2017 are being planned
Workcamp Activities:
  • Majority of work will focus on rebuilding churches
  • May also assist with relief activities or distributions
  • Worship and fellowship with Nigerian Brethren
  • Life-changing cultural experience
Workcamp Cost Estimate: $2,600
  • $1,250 (approximate) - Air Transportation
  • $200 - Nigerian Visa
  • $650 - Housing, food and travel in Nigeria
  • $500 - Project materials for construction
  • Expenses not included: vaccinations
Seek Support: Interested workcampers are encourage to seek support and prayers from
their faith community for the workcamp

Workcamp Registration: Registration forms and additional information can be found at:
Important Dates:
  • 90 days before workcamp: Registration, visa application and $600 deposit due
  • 60 days before workcamp: Balance of costs due (approx. $2,000)—you will be notified of exact total.
  • 90-60 days before travel meet with your doctor or a travel clinic about immunizations or medications
SUPPORT CHURCH REBUILDING GRANTS

The Nigeria Church Rebuilding fund needs your support to provide a $5,000 grant for each Church EYN rebuilds. Send your Support: Church of the Brethren Nigeria Church Rebuilding, 1451 Dundee Ave, Elgin IL 60120

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