Zambia Project

Dates

November 2 - 15, 2022

Location

Zambia

Participation Fee

$1,700

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* Maps may indicate region where project will take place, not a specific site location.

Overview

Join Maranatha in Zambia and work at the Bethsaida Adventist Church in Kasama, Zambia!

On Sabbath, January 8, 2022 the Bethsaida Adventist Church in Zambia was destroyed during a fierce storm. Five people were killed and many more were injured. As the congregation grieved, they also looked for a way to rebuild and heal their community. maranatha agreed to build a large church for Bethsaida with enough room for 500 people. The structure will be made of steel and cinder block, strong enough to withstand future storms. Maranatha will also build six Sabbath School classrooms for the 180 children who attend each week.

Volunteers on this project would be the first volunteer team to serve at Bethsaida and would construction one of the classrooms. Depending on the number of volunteers and the skills and interests they bring, this group could also reach out into the community through activities like children’s ministry programs and health education. Kasama is approximately a 10+ hour drive from Lusaka.

At the end of the project, the group will enjoy a safari excursion in Lower Zambezi National Park.

Scope

Sabbath School Construction

Community Outreach

Wednesday, November 2

Arrival in Lusaka, Zambia and start travel to Kasama.

Thursday, November 3

Arrive in Kasama, Orientation

Friday, November 4

First Work Day

Saturday, November 5

Worship with the Local Congregation

Sunday, November 6

Work Days

Saturday, November 12

Worship with the Local Congregation. Afternoon departure to Lusaka.

Sunday, November 13

Travel to Lower Zambezi National Park

Monday, November 14

Full Day Safari in Lower Zambezi

Tuesday, November 15

Travel to Lusaka, Evening Flight Departures from Lusaka

ARRIVALVolunteers will arrive into Lusaka, Zambia (LUN) on Wednesday, November 2, 2022 between 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
Please wait for confirmation from Maranatha before purchasing your airfare to ensure there is still space on the project and to ensure you book the right flight.

DEPARTUREVolunteers will depart from Lusaka in the afternoon or evening of Tuesday, November 15, 2022, after 1:00 p.m.

Alitasha Lodge

VIEW ACCOMMODATION DETAILS

Our group will stay at the Alitasha Lodge in Kasama, about 15 minutes from the job site. Volunteers will gather for meals and worship in one of the conference halls at the hotel. Amenities include bed linens and towels, private bathrooms with hot water, and air conditioning. Individuals should plan on staying in double-occupancy rooms with a roommate. If you want to room with someone in particular please let us know prior to the final deadline.

Travel Information

Volunteers will purchase their own plane tickets to and from Lusaka, Zambia. The dates posted are the arrival and departure dates from the project. You may need to leave home a day or two before the advertised start date to arrive on the correct date. Maranatha representatives will meet volunteers upon arrival in Lusaka.

More information including specific flight arrival and departure windows will be available in an information packet, available for download above.

Please wait for confirmation before purchasing your airfare. Booking outside the advertised flight windows could result in additional fees and missed portions of the project.

Travel Resources

CI Azumano Travel:
800-454-4099 or by email with Erle or Azumano Team at corporatetravel@ciazumano.com

Butler Travel:
503-879-5005 or by email with Nathanael at nathan@butlertravel.com

Lower Zambezi National Park

Lower Zambezi National Park is located a few hours east of Lusaka, on the banks of the Zambezi river. Visitors can often see elephant, buffalo, crocodile, hippopotamus, and many antelope species. Lucky visitors can also spot lions and leopards. Volunteers will enjoy a full day safari in the park.

Contact Us Want to speak with someone at Maranatha directly? Please call our office at 916.774.7700 to speak with a volunteer specialist. Alternatively, you can send us an email.

Thank you for your interest in one of our mission projects. You have been added to the interest list, and you will be notified via e-mail as soon as more information is available and registration has been opened. Typically registration is open three to six months in advance of the project dates; although, sometimes it can be delayed as we lock in accommodations and budgets. Thank you for your patience.

Please note that putting your name on the interest list ensures that you will be notified when registration is available, but does not guarantee you a place on the project. You will still need to complete the online registration form to reserve your spot on the trip.

Feel free to contact us at anytime to find out the current status of this project.