Brethren Volunteer Service Unit 336 completes orientation
Unit 336 of Brethren Volunteer Service (BVS) recently completed orientation and the volunteers have begun work at project sites across the United States and in Japan.
How will you serve?
BVS places year-long volunteers with non-profit organizations, across the US and abroad, who are serving those in need and making the world a better place.
Goals
Advocating
Justice
- Providing reliable legal services for immigrants
- Practicing and teaching restorative justice
- Supporting conscientious objectors
- Speaking up on behalf of those who have been and continue to be systematically oppressed
Working for
Peace
- Lobbying congress
- Practicing meditation
- Teaching nonviolent conflict transformation
- Working with organizations committed to rebuilding relationships and making peace
- Serving communities torn apart by war and violence
Serving
Human Need
- Providing hospitality for families of people in prison
- Serving in local soup kitchens and homeless centers
- Building houses for those without shelter
- Walking in solidarity with sisters and brothers living with mental illness
Caring for
Creation
- Living lightly on the earth
- Consuming less and re-using more
- Serving with organizations dedicated to:
- Reducing pollution
- Fighting climate change
- Introducing responsible agricultural practices
- Planting trees
Who Can Serve?
Anyone over the age of 18 can apply!
Are you seeking to make a difference in the world while gaining practical professional experience, meeting new people, learning about different cultures, and experiencing personal growth? BVS is for you!
Adults of all ages who are dedicated to making a positive impact in the community through service, social justice, and peace are invited to volunteer with BVS. BVS empowers individuals to use their unique talents and skills to build a better world and is open to all who are willing to serve. Apply now!
Benefits
Room & Board
Medical Insurance
Monthly Stipend
Transportation
Orientation Dates
BVS orientation is designed to prepare and strengthen volunteers for a life of service in BVS and beyond. Orientation is required and is the start of your time as a volunteer in BVS – the application process must be completed six weeks before the start date of your preferred orientation unit.
Summer 2024 #335
July 28 – August 5
Location: Camp Colorado in Sedalia, CO
Fall 2024 #336
September 17 – 25
Location: Camp Brethren Heights in Rodney, MI
BVS updates
Walt Wiltschek resigns from part-time work for Brethren Volunteer Service
Walt Wiltschek has resigned his part-time position as office assistant for Brethren Volunteer Service (BVS) at the Church of the Brethren General Offices in Elgin, Ill., as of Oct. 3.
FaithX concludes 2024 service trips
In 2024, a total of 183 youth and adults joined FaithX service trips and had the opportunity to engage in service, learn new skills, grow in faith, explore interesting places, live in community, and build friendships.
FaithX announces location and dates for 2025 older adult trip
FaithX invites older adults (age 55-plus) to join us back at Camp Ithiel in Gotha, Fla., on March 2-7, 2025, for a time of volunteering, continued growth, and fellowship in community!
New unit of Brethren Volunteer Service begins work at project sites
How will you serve? BVS places year-long volunteers with non-profit organizations, across the US and abroad, who are serving those in need and making the world a better place. Apply Now Goals AdvocatingJustice Providing reliable legal services for immigrants Practicing and teaching restorative justice Supporting conscientious objectors Speaking up on behalf of those who have