Suriname
Suriname | Builders Teams Department
The village of Powakka is located in central Suriname of South America. Their religious background of the locals consists of a mixture of paganism and polytheism. The countries modern history began with Dutch Colonialism and the official language is Dutch. The greater part of the country consist of Indigenous and unreached people groups of which primarily speak their native tongue. The Powakka people are open to the gospel and after becoming followers of Christ are anxious to be productive for God. Currently at the Powakka Church there is about 130 persons in regular attendance and their building has seating capacity for over 200. They have been able to do a lot of work on their building but need to complete the structure now. Pastor Henkie Sengalmetigo and his wife Judith were converted in there youth from the Muslim faith and have faithfully served in the Suriname AG national church. They have obeyed Gods call for their lives and have worked tirelessly throughout their country. Their work has included evangelizing, planting and building churches. The future for the youth, families and seniors of Powakka will depend on the church being established in this community.
Apr 27, 2023
Updates
The current structure is on its way and only needs some additional funding and a volunteer team to help make it DONE
Overview
- Type of Work
- Masonry, steel roof, general construction
- Max Team Size
- 12
- Per Diem Cost(includes food, lodging, in-country transport.)
- call Teams, 417 582 0003
- Airport Code
- PBM
- Housing Address
- Lily Hills Hotel, Lilydorp Suriname Tel # 011-797-896-6134
Team Details
- Ready for Team
- Yes
- Airport
- Paramaribo Int`l Airport
- Customs/Airport Fees
- Advance Online Visa-$30.00
- Required Vaccinations
- Check with CDC at www.cdc.gov
- Recommended Vaccinations
- Check with the CDC or your primary care physician.
- Advance Visa Required?
- Yes
- Accomodations
- Hotel
- Internet Availability
- Yes
- Voltage
- 110
- Laundry Facilities Available
- Yes
- Local dress code (work site)
- Modest - no tanks or tights.
- Local dress code (church)
- Modest, casual.
- Scope of Work
- Masonry, metal roof, general construction.
- Skilled Labor Needs
- General construction skills.
- Is there a day of rest and activities?
- Yes
- Leisure day description.
- Sight seeing, shopping and fishing for striped bass are some of the options.
- Ministry Opportunities
- Yes
- Ministry opportunity description.
- church services
- Team Host
- Steve Puffpaff
- In-Country Contact Number
- 417-867-1161
- Construction funds to raise.
- $10,000 per team
Core Packing List for all Teams
- Saftey Gear
- eyewear gloves sturdy shoes sunscreen
- Hand Tools
- TBD
- Power Tools
- TBD
- Tools to Donate to the Project
- TBD
- Replacement Blades and Bits
- TBD
- Non Construction Items to Bring for Project
- TBD