Children at Risk and Youth Ministry Fellowship

True Hope Kenya
The True Hope Kenya organization exists to minister the gospel of Christ to poor and vulnerable families through child education sponsorships, feeding programs, sports ministries, Bible clubs, women and youth empowerment courses, and performing arts in the Korogocho slums of Nairobi Kenya.
 One to Three Sessions are Flexible, beginning in January 2025 and finishing by December 31, 2026.
“For I was hungry, and you didn’t feed me. I was thirsty, and you didn’t give me a drink. I was a stranger, and you didn’t invite me into your home. I was naked, and you didn’t give me clothing. I was sick and in prison, and you didn’t visit me... I tell you the truth, when you refused to help the least of these my brothers and sisters, you were refusing to help me.’”
— Jesus Christ [Matthew 25:42-43, 45]

Overview

Fellows should expect various ministry opportunities, including sports activities, teaching, feeding the children, and church events. We will travel by bus to ministry events.

Programs

Organize day camps and summer camps for children and youth. Aim themes and activities at building a holistic faith and developing leadership skills in youth.

True Hope

True Hope is a registered Christian-based organization working in Korogocho slums reaching out to children and youth through soccer, bible club, feeding program, and education.

Climate

There may be hot weather sometimes; it will be dusty and muddy when it rains with mosquitoes.

MINISTRY IN THE KOROGOCHO SLUMS

True Hope Kenya was started and run by Oliech James. 

Korogocho is one of the largest slum neighbourhoods of Nairobi, Kenya. Home to 150,000 to 200,000 people pressed into 1.5 square kilometres, northeast of the city centre, Korogocho was founded as a shanty town on the then outskirts of the city.

The ministry has established a good relationship with the local community, including regular Bible studies, youth groups, and children’s groups.

 

Related Fields of Study

  • Arts & Entertainment
  • Bible studies
  • Church & Christian Ministries
  • Sports
  • Public & Social Services

Candidate Qualifications


Educational Requirement: Some college is preferred, though not required. All applicants must have a High School Diploma. Those with college degrees or post-graduate studies will likely be given additional responsibilities and tasks during the fellowship. 

Outreach Experience: Some church group outreach or college outreach experience is preferred. 

YWAM Experience: Not required. 

Language Requirement: English. Most people, especially the youth, have a basic grasp of English, and the college-educated usually have good English.

Fields of Study (Desired): Arts, Entertainment, Sports, Youth Ministries
Number of Fellows: 2 to 4
Cross Cultural Requirement: None. This may be a first outreach experience.
Note: This Converge Fellowship is most suited to males.

Additional Details


Internet Access
Off-site, a few blocks away. Fee-based.

Transportation
Public Bus/Metro

Housing
Shared Apartment

Dining
Cook Own Food in Shared Kitchen

Safety
Never walk alone. Please be sure to use extreme caution.
It is safe to walk around where Fellows will be staying. However, when we go to the slum, there are some risks. Students will commute to the slum and other local transportation with True Hope staff.

Attire
Very Modest. Fellows can dress casually but modestly when going to ministry and church services. Fellows should wear a jacket/tie or dress.
Converge Fellowship Host
Oliech James
I am James Oliech from Kenya, a born-again Christian who loves and knows Jesus as my savior. I was raised in a Christian family, with my parents spending most of their time serving God. Early on, I was a Sunday school teacher and youth leader at my local church. Then, I studied for two years in the Discipleship Training School (DTS) of YWAM. Then, while volunteering in an orphanage for several years, God placed a burden on my heart to minister to the children in the Korogocho slums.

Start with this short-form application

 
We will send you the application and invite you to enroll in the Converge Course. The online course guides you to make a difference on a project and engage deeply with your host community. When your application is complete, we will send it to the hosts. Then, if you qualify, you will meet the hosts for an interview to confirm acceptance. 
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