A Land of Desperation and Slavery

From majestic waterfalls to World Heritage Sites like the Semien Mountains, the Amhara region of Ethiopia is a truly beautiful place.  Yet, in the midst of its stunning landscape, the people suffer.  Of the 22 million who call Amhara home, only 28% have access to clean drinking water.  Over 17% fall in the world’s lowest wealth category.  

As poverty gives way to desperation, many families in the area send their teenage children into neighboring countries as domestic servants.  The people offering to take their kids often promise income to the families in return.  

In reality, these children are trafficked as sex slaves.  With identification papers in hand, the traffickers are able to make their victims disappear from the public eye, never to be seen again.

The darkness of this situation is surpassed only by the population’s spiritual reality.  The Ethiopian Orthodox Church remains the dominant religious institution, with over 94% claiming affiliation.  Just .02% of people in the Amhara region profess Christ as their Lord and Savior.  Those who are Christians are often subject to persecution from police and government officials.

What We’re Doing

On this expedition, we will address the region’s poverty while sharing the Gospel with those we meet.  Using the PricelessCube, we will reveal the truth about what is happening to the children they send away.  

Working hand-in-hand with our local partners, we will have an opportunity to share the Gospel each day and leave behind new small groups and churches.  In just ten days, you can save a child’s life, share the story of Jesus with dozens of people, and leave behind a Gospel movement that outlives your time on this Earth.  

Are you ready for the adventure to begin?