Croatia

General Description

Although Croatia is considered to be a religious country, many have never heard the gospel and have not experienced freedom in Christ or the joy of Christian living. 

Josiah Venture in Croatia is undergoing a lot of change and it determines the best way to reach and disciple the next generation. Interns are vital in this process to establish connections with existing churches and the wider community. 

Interns in Croatia serve as a bridge between the local church to young people in the community. They help the local church and ministry team plan, prepare, and run evangelistic camps and are heavily involved in relational evangelism and discipleship. 

Croatia’s summer internship requires flexibility, self-initiative, discipline, and deep dependence on God. If you want to be challenged and strengthened in your walk with the Lord, witness the thrill of young people discovering who Jesus is, and if you want to experience real life on the mission field, then Croatia is the right place for you. An internship in Croatia can deepen your understanding and compassion for the lost and will refine your dependence on the Lord–it can truly be a life-changing experience.

Dates of Service

May 28, 2025- July 28, 2025

Cost

$6500 (includes training, administration, in-field travel, food, lodging and airfare). 

Please note that cost does not include a mandatory background check.

Support

The support raising deadline is May 1. Once an intern has been accepted, the JV office will open an account and the intern will receive a link to access their account online. The account will be updated once per week. These donations are tax deductible and should be made payable and mailed to the JV office. Donations made payable to Josiah Venture cannot be transferred to the ministry of another organization or used for educational purposes, nor can they be returned to the donor.

Travel

International flights will be arranged through Josiah Venture after the first $500 of support is raised by the intern.  A visa is not required.

Insurance/Vaccinations

Up-to-date tetanus, and COVID vaccinations are recommended, but not required for an internship in this country/program. Basic overseas health insurance coverage will be provided by Josiah Venture for all US interns.

Location

The summer begins with a week of training in the Czech Republic. You will then be located at Josiah Venture camps throughout Eastern and Central Europe.

In-Field Transportation

Cars, trains, trams, buses, walking, etc.

Withdrawal

All donations will remain with Josiah Venture.

Application Deadline is January 31, 2025