God is raising up young Josiahs
See how the story of King Josiah inspires us
About Us
Our vision is to see a movement of God among the youth of Central and Eastern Europe that finds its home in the local church and transforms society.
About Us
Our mission is to equip young leaders to fulfill Christ’s commission through the local church.
2 Kings 22:1-2
He [Josiah] did what was right in the eyes of the LORD and walked in all the ways of his father David, not turning aside to the right or to the left.
Our Vision
Our Mission
Josiah's Story
Less than 2% of young people in Central and Eastern know Jesus as their personal savior.
Many of the new generation of young people have not heard the gospel. It’s our honor to join God in his redemptive work as he is bringing this new generation to himself.
Less than 2% of young people in Central and Eastern know Jesus as their personal savior.
Many of the new generation of young people have not heard the gospel. It’s our honor to join God in his redemptive work as he is bringing this new generation to himself.
Less than 2% of young people in Central and Eastern know Jesus as their personal savior.
Many of the new generation of young people have not heard the gospel. It’s our honor to join God in his redemptive work as he is bringing this new generation to himself.
Ministry Strategy
Our approach to missions is inspired by the life and ministry of Jesus.
Join the Work
We find our grounding in the Word of God
focused impact
Josiah Venture works in 16 countries in the region of Central and Eastern Europe through its national organizations and teams. This along with our regional training centers allows us to direct our efforts in a contextualized way.
Teams
Countries Where We Serve
Each country that Josiah Venture serves in has unique spiritual and ministry needs.
Today, the church is still very young, but it is exciting to see a foundation being laid for the future of the local church. However, because fifty years of spiritual darkness and martyrdom, less than one percent of Albania’s 2.9 million people are evangelical Christians.
Bulgaria sits on a crux regarding its national and spiritual identity. Following years of abandonment and skepticism, this decade has the incredible opportunity to become one that embodies hope, trust, and faith.
Croatia is one of the top vacation spots in Europe. But Croatia is not known for its spiritual heritage, rather a country that has emerged out of a bitter and divisive war in the 1990’s. There is hope.
Though it has gained recent recognition for its athletes, most notably in soccer and hockey, the Czech Republic boasts a long history of famous composers, thinkers, and innovators.
Estonia is described as positively transforming by the Estonian tourism board when explaining how their country has been changing over the past 10 years.
A recent study found that only 8% of the German teenagers, located in the eastern part of the country, believe in the existence of God. Pray with us as we build the first JV team in the eastern part of Germany.
Josiah Venture began work in Hungary in April 2012. We're asking God to raise up young Hungarian leaders that can lead their nation back to Christ. There are new opportunities for lives to be changed.
Our International Team exists to serve, empower, and equip the Josiah Venture staff and organizations, as we all fulfill the JV mission.
Latvia is a country rich in its heritage of music, dance, art, and its own folk art, ceramics, and needle work. Please pray for Latvia—for more workers to partner with eager churches.
Few attend church, and many have never heard the Gospel. Join us in reaching the lost youth of Moldova.
A country with a tremendous need for workers who can meet young people where they are and help them discover an authentic relationship with Christ.
Poland is unique as a former Eastern Bloc country. It has known wars, holocausts, and even 120 years where the people had no land to call their own.
Few regions of Eastern Europe offer a more dazzling display of cultural and artistic treasures than Romania: medieval towns, traditional villages, magnificent architecture, majestic mountains, and seaside.
Over the past 13 years Serbia has known wars, hatred, refuges and even 78 days of a NATO bombing campaign. During this time it was the Orthodox Church that provided unity and identity for the people.
As in all the former Eastern Bloc countries, the fall of communism brought enormous cultural and spiritual change to Slovakia.
Youth are questioning the religion of their parents and great parents and are seeking the truth on their own. We have an incredible opportunity to share the Gospel and reach this nation and its youth for Christ.
Ukraine is experiencing a movement of God in the local church and is home to the fastest growing church in Europe. Discipling new believers is a key need in responding to the church‘s evangelistic success.
Our regional training centers empower European ministry leaders to be equipped with resources and tools to reach their nations for God.
H20 – Poland
Ośrodek h2o ul. Ochabska 133 43-430 Kiczyce
In 2011, Camp and Conference Center h2o, in southern Poland, opened its doors for summer and winter camps, conferences, leadership training programs, and retreats. As one of the few year-round Christian camp facilities in Poland, h2o has an excellent platform for training the next generation of leaders. Its 17.5-acre property features a beautiful main building with a dining hall for 120, air-conditioned conference halls for 30, 80, and 150, and a cafe. Outdoor events can be held in its two large tent halls, amphitheater, or fire pit area. Guests can stay in its main building, 14 newly-remodeled cabins, or campground. Onsite attractions include: two swimming pools, a sand volleyball court, a basketball court, a soccer field, and an archery area. The property, located on a lake for fishing or kayaking, lies within walking distance of the Vistula River, which boasts 30 km (18 miles) of bike path. In addition, h2o is only 30 minutes from Poland’s beautiful Beskidy Mountains and many ski slopes. Its lush surroundings, peaceful waters, and location make it the ideal setting for a Christian center.
In 2011, Camp and Conference Center h2o, in southern Poland, opened its doors for summer and winter camps, conferences, leadership training programs, and retreats. As one of the few year-round Christian camp facilities in Poland, h2o has an excellent platform for training the next generation of leaders. Its 17.5-acre property features a beautiful main building with a dining hall for 120, air-conditioned conference halls for 30, 80, and 150, and a cafe. Outdoor events can be held in its two large tent halls, amphitheater, or fire pit area. Guests can...
In 2011, Camp and Conference Center h2o, in southern Poland, opened its doors for summer and winter camps, conferences, leadership training programs, and retreats. As one of the few year-round Christian camp facilities in Poland, h2o has an excellent platform for training the next generation of leaders. Its 17.5-acre property features a beautiful main building with a dining hall for 120, air-conditioned conference halls for 30, 80, and 150, and a cafe. Outdoor events can be held in its two large tent halls, amphitheater, or fire pit area. Guests can stay in its main building, 14 newly-remodeled cabins, or campground. Onsite attractions include: two swimming pools, a sand volleyball court, a basketball court, a soccer field, and an archery area. The property, located on a lake for fishing or kayaking, lies within walking distance of the Vistula River, which boasts 30 km (18 miles) of bike path. In addition, h2o...
Malenovice – Czech Republic
Konferenční Centrum Malenovice Malenovice 334 739 11 Malenovice Czech Republic
In the Czech Republic, an old hotel called Malenovice was purchased in the mountains of northern Moravia and renovated into a first class training center with 110 beds, meeting rooms, translation equipment, and sports fields. Ongoing training of JV staff occurs in this facility, as well as a wide range of conferences and training events that service the entire region.
In the Czech Republic, an old hotel called Malenovice was purchased in the mountains of northern Moravia and renovated into a first class training center with 110 beds, meeting rooms, translation equipment, and sports fields. Ongoing training of JV staff occurs in this facility, as well as a wide range of conferences and training events that service the entire region.
In the Czech Republic, an old hotel called Malenovice was purchased in the mountains of northern Moravia and renovated into a first class training center with 110 beds, meeting rooms, translation equipment, and sports fields. Ongoing training of JV staff occurs in this facility, as well as a wide range of conferences and training events that service the entire region.
TCKompas Training Center – Slovakia
Tréningové centrum Kompas Vojtecha Spanyola 1736/37 010 01 Žilina Slovakia
In Slovakia, Training Center Kompas (TCKompas) works solely in national training through focused partnerships with local churches. They offer a variety of practical training opportunities such as their annual youth leaders conference (KPM), two year School of Leaders program (SPM), and English camp (KECY) outreaches, to name a few. Their purpose is to live their whole lives to train, help, and inspire youth leaders who are raising up the next generation of Christ followers in the church in Slovakia.
In Slovakia, Training Center Kompas (TCKompas) works solely in national training through focused partnerships with local churches. They offer a variety of practical training opportunities such as their annual youth leaders conference (KPM), two year School of Leaders program (SPM), and English camp (KECY) outreaches, to name a few. Their purpose is to live their whole lives to train, help, and inspire youth leaders who are raising up the next generation of Christ followers in the church in Slovakia.
In Slovakia, Training Center Kompas (TCKompas) works solely in national training through focused partnerships with local churches. They offer a variety of practical training opportunities such as their annual youth leaders conference (KPM), two year School of Leaders program (SPM), and English camp (KECY) outreaches, to name a few. Their purpose is to live their whole lives to train, help, and inspire youth leaders who are raising up the next generation of Christ followers in the church in Slovakia.
Josiah Venture desires to see young Europeans leading their nations back to God. One of the ways we see that becoming more of a reality is through national organizations that are led by European ministry leaders.
European Nonprofit Organizations
Křesťanská akademie mladých, z.s., 142 E. Pajurka, Frydlant n.O 739 11, Czech Republic
Str. Independentei, nr. 61, bl.47. sc. A, ap. 13 Loc. Medgidia 905600, Jud. Constanta, Romania
Teams
Countries Where We Serve
Each country that Josiah Venture serves in has unique spiritual and ministry needs.
Teams
Countries Where We Serve
Each country that Josiah Venture serves in has unique spiritual and ministry needs.
Today, the church is still very young, but it is exciting to see a foundation being laid for the future of the local church. However, because fifty years of spiritual darkness and martyrdom, less than one percent of Albania’s 2.9 million people are evangelical Christians.
Bulgaria sits on a crux regarding its national and spiritual identity. Following years of abandonment and skepticism, this decade has the incredible opportunity to become one that embodies hope, trust, and faith.
Croatia is one of the top vacation spots in Europe. But Croatia is not known for its spiritual heritage, rather a country that has emerged out of a bitter and divisive war in the 1990’s. There is hope.
Though it has gained recent recognition for its athletes, most notably in soccer and hockey, the Czech Republic boasts a long history of famous composers, thinkers, and innovators.
Estonia is described as positively transforming by the Estonian tourism board when explaining how their country has been changing over the past 10 years.
A recent study found that only 8% of the German teenagers, located in the eastern part of the country, believe in the existence of God. Pray with us as we build the first JV team in the eastern part of Germany.
Josiah Venture began work in Hungary in April 2012. We're asking God to raise up young Hungarian leaders that can lead their nation back to Christ. There are new opportunities for lives to be changed.
Our International Team exists to serve, empower, and equip the Josiah Venture staff and organizations, as we all fulfill the JV mission.
Latvia is a country rich in its heritage of music, dance, art, and its own folk art, ceramics, and needle work. Please pray for Latvia—for more workers to partner with eager churches.
Few attend church, and many have never heard the Gospel. Join us in reaching the lost youth of Moldova.
A country with a tremendous need for workers who can meet young people where they are and help them discover an authentic relationship with Christ.
Poland is unique as a former Eastern Bloc country. It has known wars, holocausts, and even 120 years where the people had no land to call their own.
Few regions of Eastern Europe offer a more dazzling display of cultural and artistic treasures than Romania: medieval towns, traditional villages, magnificent architecture, majestic mountains, and seaside.
Over the past 13 years Serbia has known wars, hatred, refuges and even 78 days of a NATO bombing campaign. During this time it was the Orthodox Church that provided unity and identity for the people.
As in all the former Eastern Bloc countries, the fall of communism brought enormous cultural and spiritual change to Slovakia.
Youth are questioning the religion of their parents and great parents and are seeking the truth on their own. We have an incredible opportunity to share the Gospel and reach this nation and its youth for Christ.
Ukraine is experiencing a movement of God in the local church and is home to the fastest growing church in Europe. Discipling new believers is a key need in responding to the church‘s evangelistic success.
Our regional training centers empower European ministry leaders to be equipped with resources and tools to reach their nations for God.
H20 – Poland
Ośrodek h2o ul. Ochabska 133 43-430 Kiczyce
In 2011, Camp and Conference Center h2o, in southern Poland, opened its doors for summer and winter camps, conferences, leadership training programs, and retreats. As one of the few year-round Christian camp facilities in Poland, h2o has an excellent platform for training the next generation of leaders. Its 17.5-acre property features a beautiful main building with a dining hall for 120, air-conditioned conference halls for 30, 80, and 150, and a cafe. Outdoor events can be held in its two large tent halls, amphitheater, or fire pit area. Guests can stay in its main building, 14 newly-remodeled cabins, or campground. Onsite attractions include: two swimming pools, a sand volleyball court, a basketball court, a soccer field, and an archery area. The property, located on a lake for fishing or kayaking, lies within walking distance of the Vistula River, which boasts 30 km (18 miles) of bike path. In addition, h2o is only 30 minutes from Poland’s beautiful Beskidy Mountains and many ski slopes. Its lush surroundings, peaceful waters, and location make it the ideal setting for a Christian center.
In 2011, Camp and Conference Center h2o, in southern Poland, opened its doors for summer and winter camps, conferences, leadership training programs, and retreats. As one of the few year-round Christian camp facilities in Poland, h2o has an excellent platform for training the next generation of leaders. Its 17.5-acre property features a beautiful main building with a dining hall for 120, air-conditioned conference halls for 30, 80, and 150, and a cafe. Outdoor events can be held in its two large tent halls, amphitheater, or fire pit area. Guests can...
In 2011, Camp and Conference Center h2o, in southern Poland, opened its doors for summer and winter camps, conferences, leadership training programs, and retreats. As one of the few year-round Christian camp facilities in Poland, h2o has an excellent platform for training the next generation of leaders. Its 17.5-acre property features a beautiful main building with a dining hall for 120, air-conditioned conference halls for 30, 80, and 150, and a cafe. Outdoor events can be held in its two large tent halls, amphitheater, or fire pit area. Guests can stay in its main building, 14 newly-remodeled cabins, or campground. Onsite attractions include: two swimming pools, a sand volleyball court, a basketball court, a soccer field, and an archery area. The property, located on a lake for fishing or kayaking, lies within walking distance of the Vistula River, which boasts 30 km (18 miles) of bike path. In addition, h2o...
Malenovice – Czech Republic
Konferenční Centrum Malenovice Malenovice 334 739 11 Malenovice Czech Republic
In the Czech Republic, an old hotel called Malenovice was purchased in the mountains of northern Moravia and renovated into a first class training center with 110 beds, meeting rooms, translation equipment, and sports fields. Ongoing training of JV staff occurs in this facility, as well as a wide range of conferences and training events that service the entire region.
In the Czech Republic, an old hotel called Malenovice was purchased in the mountains of northern Moravia and renovated into a first class training center with 110 beds, meeting rooms, translation equipment, and sports fields. Ongoing training of JV staff occurs in this facility, as well as a wide range of conferences and training events that service the entire region.
In the Czech Republic, an old hotel called Malenovice was purchased in the mountains of northern Moravia and renovated into a first class training center with 110 beds, meeting rooms, translation equipment, and sports fields. Ongoing training of JV staff occurs in this facility, as well as a wide range of conferences and training events that service the entire region.
TCKompas Training Center – Slovakia
Tréningové centrum Kompas Vojtecha Spanyola 1736/37 010 01 Žilina Slovakia
In Slovakia, Training Center Kompas (TCKompas) works solely in national training through focused partnerships with local churches. They offer a variety of practical training opportunities such as their annual youth leaders conference (KPM), two year School of Leaders program (SPM), and English camp (KECY) outreaches, to name a few. Their purpose is to live their whole lives to train, help, and inspire youth leaders who are raising up the next generation of Christ followers in the church in Slovakia.
In Slovakia, Training Center Kompas (TCKompas) works solely in national training through focused partnerships with local churches. They offer a variety of practical training opportunities such as their annual youth leaders conference (KPM), two year School of Leaders program (SPM), and English camp (KECY) outreaches, to name a few. Their purpose is to live their whole lives to train, help, and inspire youth leaders who are raising up the next generation of Christ followers in the church in Slovakia.
In Slovakia, Training Center Kompas (TCKompas) works solely in national training through focused partnerships with local churches. They offer a variety of practical training opportunities such as their annual youth leaders conference (KPM), two year School of Leaders program (SPM), and English camp (KECY) outreaches, to name a few. Their purpose is to live their whole lives to train, help, and inspire youth leaders who are raising up the next generation of Christ followers in the church in Slovakia.
Josiah Venture desires to see young Europeans leading their nations back to God. One of the ways we see that becoming more of a reality is through national organizations that are led by European ministry leaders.
European Nonprofit Organizations
Křesťanská akademie mladých, z.s., 142 E. Pajurka, Frydlant n.O 739 11, Czech Republic
Str. Independentei, nr. 61, bl.47. sc. A, ap. 13 Loc. Medgidia 905600, Jud. Constanta, Romania
A new generation of students is encountering God
Evangelistic Highways
See how the gospel actively moving through our various ministry highways. These are places for impactful ministry opportunities within the youth in Central and Eastern Europe. Josiah Venture has developed various programs for each of these highways so that we're able to reach the youth in a way they resonate with.
Our Leadership
Our leadership is formed by seasoned Christ’s followers desiring to see God’s Kingdom in Central and Eastern Europe.
Dave Patty
President
Mel Ellenwood
EVP of International Ministries
Ben Williams
EVP of National Ministries