Make a difference in Zimbabwe!
Wendy and I have such a heart for Africa and its people. Time and time again, we have felt God’s calling to reach people all over the continent… from the countries of Rwanda, Uganda, and Malawi, to last year’s festival in Zambia. We have been blessed to be able to take the Good News all around Africa. And now, another open door! We’re so excited to head to Zimbabwe this September for a citywide campaign in the capital city of Harare. This will be the first time our team has ever had a chance to minister in Zimbabwe.
What a joy to have friends like you joining the cause, and working alongside us!
Not only will we serve together in outreaches such as reading glasses clinics, prison ministries, and school sports outreaches, but we’ll also be blessed to have you with us at the Love Zimbabwe Festival . . . praying, counseling, and serving. It will be a moving experience! You’ll see what I’m talking about—God working in the lives of people from every sector of society. There’s nothing better.
The Lord has certainly gone before us and I’m praying that He is paving the way for you to join us in ministry to Zimbabwe. As you prepare for this amazing trip, our team wanted to give you some information to help guide you.
Please take a look, pray about it, and truly ask the Lord to guide you. We’re only making this trip available to a few handpicked friends, and you came to mind. We want you to experience this.
More about the trip…
An opportunity like this one doesn’t come around often. Don’t miss your chance to serve in Harare, Zimbabwe, and experience this beautiful country like never before!
The week begins with participating in a local Zimbabwean church service, continues for four days of serving in reading-glass clinics and other ministries, and closes with a local Zimbabwean activity before experiencing the Love Zimbabwe Festival.
Want to join us? The Palau team will help you find the right opportunity for your unique skills and interests, provide all necessary training, and make all in-country logistical arrangements for a safe and rewarding time of ministry.
How you can serve…
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Reading Glasses Clinics
Be the hands and feet of Jesus as you work with an ophthalmologist to fit people with reading glasses. You can share the Gospel and encourage people in Christ as you bless them with this wonderful gift.
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Youth Outreach
Reach the next generation by serving in children’s ministry and school outreaches around the city with our passionate partner evangelists and amazing action sports team.
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Prison Ministry
Join our staff to bring hope to local prisoners. There is no life situation that is beyond our God’s reach. Let the compassion of Jesus compel you as you serve those who may feel hopeless.
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Festival Ministry
As a festival friend, you get the amazing privilege of praying with and standing beside someone as they make an eternal decision to follow Jesus. There is nothing better!
Schedule
September 20 — 29, 2025
Day 1 | September 20 — Arrive
Day 2 | September 21 — Attend local church service
Day 3-6 | September 22-25 — Eye glass Clinic and other ministry opportunities
Day 7-9 | September 26-28 — Love Zimbabwe Festival
Day 10 | September 29 — Travel back home
*This itinerary is subject to change.
Cost + Lodging
Cost
The cost of this trip is $2,500 pp double occupancy and $2,800 for single occupancy. We are requesting an initial deposit of $350 to secure your spot. The trip includes lodging, meals, ground transportation, ministry supplies and activity costs. It does not include airfare, passports or visas.
Lodging
Rainbow Towers Hotel, 1 Pennefather Ave. Harare, Zimbabwe
Contact
Have a question or need more information? Please reach out to Jodie Sheppard by email jodie.sheppard@palau.org or phone 303-621-4544.
Already on the team?
If you’ve already applied and are on the Zimbabwe Ministry Team, you can make a payment here and download your prep guide!
Donate to the Zimbabwe Ministry Team
If you’re unable to go but would like to give to the ministry in Zimbabwe, please click below and note “Zimbabwe Ministry Team” in your note. Thank you!