What is it?
See for yourself! Join Christian Reformed World Missions on a 'summer 2011' five-week adventure in Israel and the West Bank. Tour the Holy Land and meet some of the leaders at the forefront of the peace and reconciliation efforts on both the Israeli and the Palestinian sides. You’ll tour their organizations and visit some of the most historic and important sites for Christians, Jews and Muslims. The last two weeks of the trip you will volunteer for one of these groups and have a direct hand in helping them with their work. Don't worry; you won’t leave the Middle East without riding a camel. ("Watch out, they spit!")
Read about Hope Equals 2010 (Calvin Theological Seminary 'Forum' article - Winter 2011).
Where is it?
ISRAEL/PALESTINE
When is it?
July 17 - August 20, 2011
What will I experience?
What will it cost?
$4000 USD + Airfare
Price includes orientation, all ground transportation, guides in Israel and the West Bank, admission to all sites visited, lodging for five weeks, half board (breakfast and dinner), and other trip related expenses. The price does not include airfare (we are negotiating group rates with airlines), personal expenses, and lunch. If you have specific questions feel free to email us.
What are the requirements?
1. Participants must be at least 18 years of age (no exceptions). We have room for 15 students.
2. Participants must be enrolled or have just graduated from a college, university or seminary program.
3. Participants must be physically fit and able to walk at least five miles per day in extreme heat, carrying their own water. This trip is physically demanding. Travel includes mountain, city and desert hikes.
4. A police background check will be required (no exceptions).
5. Applications submitted will be individually reviewed and considered for an interview which will then determine the applicant’s placement on the team.
6. A $250 deposit.
How do I apply?
Please submit the country specific application form to volunteer@crcna.org by April 22, 2011.
Canadian application form
USA application form
Read and learn more about HOPE EQUALS or contact ServiceLink at volunteer@crcna.org for more information.
