Global Internship Serbia

Interns participating in the Serbia mission trip will receive training on the biblical view of disability and a theology of suffering through Beyond Suffering, at the Joni and Friends headquarters in Agoura Hills, CA. Then, in practical application of their learning, interns will serve people affected by disability through the local church. They will receive hands-on experience joining the Pizza and Game Night at The Friendship Club, an adult disability ministry, at The Bridge. Interns will then travel to Serbia to serve with Joni and Friends partners, Hub Bible School (HUB). Through HUB, interns will be exposed to the needs of people with disabilities in an international context. They will serve at two Joni and Friends International Family Retreats, where they will be able to help families by sharing God’s love and offering hope to those who have been impacted by disability. Many of these families are facing extraordinary challenges as well as exclusion from local community life. Interns will model inclusion as they serve as buddies to these campers, while their caregivers receive much needed respite. Retreat programs consist of small group discussions, arts and crafts, recreation and games, bible stories, and more! All interns are granted an opportunity to use their gifts and skillsets to serve their team and people affected by disability. Whether you’re majoring in special education, therapy, ministry or are a person with great organizational, photography or writing skills, come ready to unite as a team to bring hope only God can provide for those marginalized within society. Interns will have the unique opportunity to serve in the beautiful countryside, visit Belgrade to experience cultural sights and sounds of local European shops and eateries, and even visit a castle!

“We built trust with parents and caregivers by offering respite. They saw how we cared for their children, and this softened their hearts to hear the gospel.” Intern

– Chloe Brentin

Training

• Beyond Suffering: Learn about suffering and disability from a biblical and cultural point of view
• Orientation of Joni and Friends ministry
• Receive mentoring which will allow you to use your education and skillsets in the field of disability

Hands-on Ministry

• Work alongside J&F partners to care for and improve the lives of people in Serbia
• Serve in churches while getting exposed to needs of people with disabilities in the local community and help them get connected to the local church
• Serve at Joni and Friends International Family Retreat
• Work with organizations ministering to people with disabilities

Mentoring

• Be mentored and challenged to implement disability ministry as part of your life calling
• Be discipled in what it means to be a servant leader

*A limited number of scholarships are available on a first-come, first-serve basis for individuals in need of financial assistance. College credit may also be available depending on the requirements of your university. We are carefully proceeding with this internship with safety protocols in place. If Joni and Friends cancels the event, we will refund or reallocate the donations in accordance with our current policies.

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**All associated costs are included in the cost of the internship.

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