Little Lambs Summer Camps

Summer camps for orphans in Russia and Ukraine

June and July

Summer camps, once used to indoctrinate children in the atheistic teachings of the Soviet Young Pioneers, now house the Christian workers who help the children to make friends, have fun, and learn that Jesus loves them.

Every summer Little Lambs Ministry works hand in hand with local evangelical churches to reach out to the orphans and share the love that Jesus has for them. American teams work alongside Russian and Ukrainian counselors to provide a Christ-centered camp program.

The camps are held in former pioneer camps or at orphanages. Each camp is four weeks long and cares for 75 - 120 orphans ( 6 - 16 years of age).

Why we need you

Our summer camps are uniquely structured to have Christian Ukrainians and Russians in charge of the ministry, with our American volunteers as a support to their leadership. The nationals will take the lead in running the entire camp program. You will be asked to assist with crafts, games, teaching Bible lessons, performing skits, and singing songs. We help train and prepare all our volunteers with manuals and communication during the spring. All volunteers should be prepared to serve in whatever way needed.

The role of American volunteers in our camp ministry is vital. You have the opportunity to serve with flexibility and love, whether it be teaching crafts, giving your testimony or praying throughout a Bible lesson. Your skills, Christ-like example, and yes, even your “American” identity, are a huge part of why these summer camps make an impact on so many lives.

The four weeks of our summer camp ministry is only the beginning of the work Little Lambs Ministry does with these children. Our ultimate goal is to continue discipleship throughout the year. The Ukrainians and Russians do this by visitations and outreaches in the orphanages after the camp, letters to the children and constant prayer. Your ministry following summer camp volunteering can continue by corresponding with children you connected with and spending time praying for them throughout the year. We will also commence with winter camps in the year 2008. Our relief program and homes are a part of the continued work we do. To see more, click on our pages designated for each of these programs.

Requirements for camp volunteers

A valid passport

Must be 18 - 65 years of age

Experience preferred in children’s or camp ministry

Commitment to work with the team leader and serving under the authority of a team leader and Little Lambs Ministry Staff

Commitment to meeting all required deadlines and paying balances on time

Potential leaders: Please contact the office for a Leadership application and more information on becoming a team leader.

Consider being a part of this life-changing experience

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