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Overlake short term outreach teams reach around the corner and around the world in a variety of ways. All teams are led by trained volunteer leaders who are passionate about the country, people group or missionary with which we partner.
“There are so many opportunities. How do I pick a team?”
- Prayerfully, look through the list and note which opportunities seem to most match your interests, abilities and time availability. Make a commitment to contact the point person to find out more information.
- Have a conversation TODAY! Take a minute and talk to one of our many short-term trip veterans who can answer questions and talk through your concerns.
Our SERVE THE WORLD ministries team is here to serve and help you discover your unique life mission to our world. Take the first step regarding a short term missions experience by checking out OCC's current teams and then APPLY. If we can answer any questions, please e-mail or call 425.895.5902.
Overlake is involved in long term partnerships seeking to impact the most vulnerable people in places around the globe. We send teams to work with our partners in a variety of ways. There is a place for you! Your passion for a cause, your professional expertise, your heart to care for people, and a simple smile with Jesus’ love are effective on any of these short term teams. Contact the email provided to be added to the interest list and receive more detailed information. (All posted dates are tentative until booked).
Kenya – January 17 – 27
Join a scout team to E. Africa to set up future trips and projects connected to our Vision Campaign orphan care initiative. Contact Dan Hamer, OCC Orphan Care Pastor at Danh@occ.org.
India Prayer Team - February 14 - 24
Serve on a small team to connect with national pastors, leaders, and church planters and help provide training in several areas. Contact Marc Bauman at marceb@msn.com.
India Teacher Training Team – Late March
Help train under resourced teachers trying to help the outcast children among the slums in North India. Contact Elaine at Elainem@occ.org.
Thailand Business Team – March 10 - 17
Looking for entrepenuer types to explore income generating projects related to our Vision Campaign with human trafficking. Contact Jeff McKinley at Jeffmc@ipursuit.org.
Thailand Women of Purpose Team - March 13 – 21
Learn about the bigger issues of trafficking firsthand, participate in outreach to the girls at the bars and beaches, encourage our partners and see the income generating projects like Freedom Stones. Contact Lynne at LynneE@occ.org.
Seattle Outreach with Inside Out – March – August
One day opportunities to join this street outreach team offering prayer, kid’s activities, skits and music at special events throughout the late spring and summer. Contact InsideOUTMinistry@msn.com.
Ethiopia - April 7-17
Participate in an exploratory trip with a new partner to consider opportunities to care for orphans and the elderly, to provide leadership development, and to offer medical/dental care. Contact Josh at joshm@occ.org or 425-284-2519.
Youth Backyard Mission Trip – April 8 – 11
Join the youth as they serve in our community in practical ways through-out the eastside. If you are a junior high or senior high student, this is for you! Contact Bob Lee at BobL@occ.org.
N. Africa - April 18-27
Serve the needs of missionaries while working in centers for disable children in highly unreached areas. Although not required, Physical and Occupational Therapy backgrounds will be extremely applicable on this trip. Contact Josh at joshm@occ.org or 425-284-2519.
Greece Outreach Team – Early May
Work with long time OCC Partner in this dynamic urban ministry reaching out to post-modern youth in Athens, immigrants from North Africa, and trafficked victims. Contact Kara to be added to the interest list at Karah@occ.org.
E. Asia “Twenty’s Something” Team – May 23- 31
Meet university students and young adults in this large Asian country eager to connect with English speakers. Develop relationships and share Christ through friendship and conversation. Contact Lynne at LynneE@occ.org or 425-284-2566.
Kenya (CMIA) – Mid June
Serve in impoverished areas alongside one of our longest running partnerships, Christian Ministries in Africa (www.christianministriesinafrica.org). Trip focus to be determined. To be added to the interest list, contact Kara at karah@occ.org or 425-895-5908.
New York/Washington DC Outreach Team – June 30 – July 7
Join OCC’s Inside Out Ministry serving in evangelism ministry in New York and DC over the July 4th holiday. Contact InsideOUTMinistry@msn.com
Mexico Family Friendly Trip – Early July
Working with a partnership of churches in the heart of urban Tiajuana to reach out to street kids through wrestling camps, relationship building and children’s programs. To be added to the interest list, contact Kara at Karah@occ.org or 425-895-5908.
S. Africa (Cape Town) - July/August
Work in a slum community on the outskirts of Cape Town in partnership with Living Hope (www.livinghopeusa.org), one of the largest local church responses to HIV/AIDS in the world. Many different ways to make an impact depending on your gifts, skills, etc. Contact Kara at karah@occ.org or 425-895-5908.
Kenya Youth and Family Team – Late July
A group of youth and some parents are heading to Kisumu, Kenya to work on our community partnership with the orphan project that Student Ministries is supporting through the Vision Campaign. To be added to the interest list, contact Kara at Karah@occ.org and 425-895-5902.
East Asia Outreach Team – September 3 – 17
Use your ability to speak English and smile win the hearts of young adults wanting to connect with westerners. Show Christ’s love through relationship and conversation. Multi-church team focused on a specific region in Asia. Contact John Bingisser at j2b2x2@verizon.net.
S. Africa (Cape Town) - October
Work alongside our partner, Living Way (www.livingway.co.za) to address the grinding poverty which drives social issues (HIV/AIDS, orphans/vulnerable children, etc) in the Cape Town region. This opportunity is best suited for those with business backgrounds and/or a passion to mentor aspiring business leaders. Contact Josh at joshm@occ.org or 425-284-2519.
Thailand Women of Purpose Team – October
Learn about the bigger issues of trafficking firsthand, participate in outreach to the girls at the bars and beaches, encourage our partners and see the income generating projects like Freedom Stones. To be added to the interest list, contact Kara at Karah@occ.org or 425-895-5902.
India Prayer Team – October
Serve on a small team to connect with national pastors, leaders, and church planters and help provide training in several areas. Contact Marc Bauman at marceb@msn.com.
India Teachers Trainers Team – October
Help train under resourced teachers trying to help the outcast children among the slums in North India. Contact Elaine at Elainem@occ.org.
E. Asia Business Professionals Team – October
Needing a team of trainers to form a team, using their expertise as a practical and evangelistic tool for building relational bridges. Contact LynneE@occ.org.
Last Updated 11/07/09. Teams being updated and added weekly. View most up to date information at occ.org/servetheworld beginning December 1, 2009.
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