BVS places volunteers in projects all across the world to serve those in need. Volunteers work with organizations in various sectors, including environmental stewardship, peacebuilding, childcare, and housing. Take the next step — find out more about BVS.
Through the Church of the Brethren, the Brethren Volunteer Service places volunteers in projects all across the world to serve those in need. Volunteers work with organizations in various sectors, including environmental work, peacebuilding, working with children, and housing. Take the next step — find out more about BVS.
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!
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.
August 1–9, 2023
Location: Inspiration Hills Camp, Burbank, Ohio
September 26–October 4, 2023
Location: Camp Koinonia, Cle Elum, Washington
Virginia Rendler has been hired by the Church of the Brethren as interim volunteer coordinator for Brethren Volunteer Service (BVS), to begin July 17 as a remote employee working from North Manchester, Ind.
As the celebration of the diamond jubilee of Brethren Volunteer Service (BVS) continues, stories continue to pour in from people telling about the impact BVS had on their life. New stories are still being written, too, with 27 BVSers in the field currently, and more signing up for orientation this summer and fall.
Brethren Press is sharing information about three new and upcoming books: A Year of Living Differently, which is being published to mark the 75th year of Brethren Volunteer Service; The Peace Table, a new storybook Bible from the Shine curriculum jointly produced by Brethren Press and MennoMedia; and Luke and Acts: Turning the World Upside Down by Church of the Brethren biblical scholars Christina Bucher and Robert W. Neff.
Walt Wiltschek has been hired by the Church of the Brethren as part-time office coordinator for Brethren Volunteer Service (BVS), beginning on March 7. He continues as district executive minister for Illinois and Wisconsin District, and also continues his role on the editorial team for Messenger magazine.
Pauline Liu has resigned as the volunteer coordinator for Brethren Volunteer Service (BVS), a staff position working out of the Church of the Brethren General Offices in Elgin, Ill. She concluded her work with the Church of the Brethren on Feb. 2.