An estimated 50,000+ refugees currently live in Greece, which is about the size of Florida. They ran from war, violence, or persecution and were met by a difficult search for work, education for their children, and basic necessities like food and shelter. Despite the hardships which caused them to leave, refugees miss their homes and many long to once again enjoy peace and stability there. You can make a difference by showing and sharing compassion for the refugees residing in Greece!

 
WHAT WILL WE DO? 

On this trip, we will serve refugees alongside established ministries in Greece. Jody Miller, who served among refugees in Jordan for 17 years and is fluent in Arabic, will be coming with us. To get an idea of what serving refugees in Greece is like, check out this video he created after a recent trip to Greece. Although group activities are subject to change, here is a sample preview of what we may do on our trip:

• Participate in a group packing day at the main relief center warehouse in Athens.
• Teach English, organize children's ministry, and help with a refugee food and clothing distribution from a local women's center.
• Serve at a camp and outdoor haven (at the site of a converted olive orchard). We will help organize camp activities for a couple days so a group of refugees can experience a restorative natural setting outside Athens.
• Work at a refugee relief center in Thessaloniki - be prepared to stay on your feet!
• Although our primary objective is to serve, we plan to visit the ancient site of the Acropolis. We will travel from Athens to and from Thessaloniki to work at the refugee center, either via scenic road trip or boat ride, depending on arrangements.

As always, your safety is our priority. Our partners on the ground know and understand the language, country, and culture. They will always have your best interest in mind. We travel to and from locations by van or taxi as a group. Translators are available when needed.