St. Barnabas Orthodox Mission – September 2025 Newsletter

“So we, being many, are one body in Christ, and every one members one of another.” (Romans 12:5)

Youth Mission Week 2025 – Serving Christ Through Service

This August, more than 60 young people from our deanery came together for a special week of service and outreach. The week was filled with acts of love and joy, reminding us that the Church is alive when her youth take an active role.

The youth began with a town cleaning campaign, sweeping, collecting litter, and reminding the community of our shared responsibility for God’s creation.

They organized a football team, using sports to teach unity, discipline, and fellowship among the young faithful.

Our mission team also visited those in need within our community, reaching out with compassion and prayer. This was a true expression of the Orthodox spirit of charity.

Youth Seminar Camp – A Week of Faith and Fellowship

The highlight of August was our Youth Seminar Camp, attended by 158 participants. For an entire week, the youth lived as one family, deepening their faith, building friendships, and discovering the joy of service.

Faith & Teaching

Daily prayers, catechism, and spiritual talks gave the young people a stronger foundation in the Orthodox faith

Unity in Worship

The week concluded with a beautiful Sunday Divine Liturgy, uniting the youth and faithful in thanksgiving.

Adventure & Nature

The youth enjoyed a hike in the hills of Kinangop, combining physical activity with prayer and reflection in God’s beautiful creation.

Fellowship & Reflection

Each evening ended with a bonfire circle, where songs, testimonies, and prayers were shared.

Togetherness

To crown it all, a joyful group photo of the entire camp captured the spirit of unity and hope.

The Fruits of August

These events were not only fun and memorable but also deeply transformative. Many young people testified that their faith was renewed, their friendships strengthened, and their vision for serving Christ expanded.
St. Barnabas Mission now cares for 314 children, while also raising the next generation of Orthodox Christians who will carry the gospel into Kenya’s villages, towns, and schools.

Join Us in This Mission

These programs are made possible by your love and generosity. Through your support, the youth found hope, joy, and purpose in Christ this August.
We invite you to resume or begin monthly support to sustain these programs and care for the children and youth of our mission.
Together, we can continue to nurture the faith, serve the community, and raise future leaders for the Orthodox Church in Kenya.
With gratitude in Christ,
Fr. Methodius J.M. Kariuki
Director, St. Barnabas Orthodox Mission