Volunteer Info
Volunteer Information
Thanks for your interest in volunteering to serve with the Agape Refugee Project of Omonia Church in Athens Greece. This page is your one-stop-shop for all volunteer related information. In it we set out our expectations and volunteer requirements as well as outlining what you can expect during your stay with us.
Volunteer Profile
- Christians who love the Lord and who are in agreement with our statement of belief outlined in our doctrinal basis
- Flexible attitude with ability to adapt at short notice to changing circumstances
- Ability to follow protocols and take direction
- Must be fully aligned to the aims of the ministry
Volunteer Handbook
Please read our Volunteer Handbook before completing your application. It has important information that will help you determine if service with the Agape Refugee Project is a good fit for you.
FAQ's
What's the Application Process?
Applications are assessed by an independent Application Board consisting of Church Members and External Lay Members. Applications should be submitted with as much notice as possible but no later than 30 days before the expected date of service.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Applicants should not book flights or accommodation until their application and dates have been approved.
Do you accept families?
What's the Agape Refugee Project schedule?
Normally the Agape Refugee Project operates a three week term followed by a break week. Applicants wishing to volunteer should plan their dates to coincide with current term dates.
The project operates from Monday to Thursday 10.30 – 14.00 (approx finishing time).
Our Arabic Discipleship Programme is held on Monday and Tuesday 19.00 – 20.00
In addition to this our Arabic Ministry meet every Saturday night between 18.00 – 19.00
Sunday School is held from 10.30 Sunday mornings.
External activities / pastoral visitation take place on an ad-hoc basis outwith these times.
What time commitment do I need to make?
What does a typical day look like?
We are currently developing a new programme, but currently a typical day starts at 10.30 with a team meeting and prayer time.
The ministry begins at 11.00.
Volunteers can expect to be involved in a range of activities including:
Teaching English in our informal classes, teaching the Bible in our discipleship classes, manning the baby crèche, helping with children’s work, interacting with refugees, food preparation and serving food, helping out in the clothing store, general maintenance and cleaning.
Out of hours there are opportunities for hospital and pastoral visitation as well as providing childcare during evenings when our discipleship and Arabic ministry meet, as well as assistance on Sunday’s helping with Sunday School is also a need.
What does it cost?
Do you provide help with travel visas and accommodation?
Are there any health requirements?
Applicants must have good physical health and be able to stand, bend, lift, walk, and do other physical activity as required including climbing stairs.
They must also have good mental health as they will be exposed to people with trauma.
It is a requirement to have appropriate health / travel insurance for the duration of your stay.
Please take medical advice in your home country about immunisations required in Greece. Especially those required for working with refugees.
You should plan this well in advance as some vaccines are delivered as a course of treatment over several weeks / months.
You should also bring an up-to-date vaccination record with you when you travel.
It is recommended to especially have Hepatitis A & B & Tuberculosis but this is a decision made between yourself and your doctor, as is any other vaccinations your doctor recommends.
Ready to take the next step?
I have a question…
Please read the handbook first to check if the answer to your question is covered.
If not we will be happy to hear from you.