Carley Church
A church located in the heart of an extremely diverse community. St Matthews Estate consists of a large number of muslim refugees from all over the world who have been placed in city housing here. Carley Church has grown up around the community and its changes since 1959 and are currently invested in the lives of those living in the estate. The church created an outreach organization called "St. Matthews Matters" which allows them to partner with the community in intentional ways.
DATES
JULY 30-AUGUST 9, 2027
COST
75% off - $525
total - $2,100
SIZE
8
LOCATION
Leicester England, UK
TEMPERATURE
High - 70's | Low - 50's
LONGEST FLIGHT
8 hours
TOTAL TRAVEL
15 hours
2025 St. Matthews Matters Camp
TRIP LEADERS
CARRYN OSBORN
Connection Manager
Home Office
ANDREW KENNEDY
Ministry Coordinator
Tulsa
WHAT TO EXPECT
On this trip, you will support Carley Church in putting on their camp "St. Matthews Matters" in the center of the estate, aimed toward refugees. Your team will utilize skillsets unique to your group in order to assist in a smooth event. You might make crafts with the children, play sports, have basic-level conversations with english-learners, and whatever else they may need! You'll have the chance to try tons of international food in this diverse area and meet people from all over the world!
TIP - If interacting with refugees, supporting a ministry and learning about new cultures interests you - APPLY TODAY!
TYPE
Service-Oriented
MOBILITY
Moderate-Intensive walking