Elevate Ethiopia

Mission Trip

The team had a great trip to Elevate Ethiopia.  James and Onna were able to connect with the staff for a day of fun.  They hosted a VBS for three days and offered crafts, rec, and Bible time.  God provided many opportunities for them to share the Good News.  Lincoln let us know that one of the girls said YES to Jesus!  He had seen God moving in her life and was so glad that the team was able to help her as she decided to follow Him.  The team was sent off with a big celebration on their last day.  God answered many prayers during the trip and revealed Himself in a mighty way.  James and Onna are excited about how we can continue to partner with Elevate in the coming year.  Our next trip is July 2025 so mark your calendar!

 

Hear from Lincoln, the co-founder of Elevate Ethiopia, as he speaks on the Journey to Impact podcast by clicking HERE.

 

This will be our fourth year partnering with Elevate Ethiopia in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.  Lincoln Vallett grew up at Hermitage Hills Baptist Church.  He is now the Co-founder and Executive Director of Elevate Ethiopia.  Their mission is to work with families through empowerment and education programs to help them become self-reliant and positive impactors in their families, communities, and country.  They provide education resources of after school tutoring, summer learning, spoken English class, computer lab, school materials, individualized academic follow-up and field trips.  They provide mentorship resources of life skills class, individual/group counseling, Bible study class, motivational speakers, vision building/goal setting activities, and counseling/training for parents.  They also provide for parents economic empowerment resources of micro-business grants, business/financial management training, savings program, and family medical support.  Students and families in the program receive food provisions each month.  You can explore more at elevateethiopia.org.

 

We will send a team of six to Ethiopia to serve with the staff at Elevate Ethiopia.  The team will serve by hosting a VBS for the children that are part of the program (ages 5 through 17).  We would provide Bible lessons, crafts, and recreational activities.  All materials and training will be provided.

Cost:  $3,000 per participant (Hermitage Hills provides $700 in mission support to members)

Participants:  Must be 18 years of age or older

Physical Requirements: ability to stand and participate in activities/games with children

Requirements:  passport and background check

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