Heavens Rock Spangenberg

CODE: ICJA2604

Work

During this workcamp, your tasks will be diverse, combining manual, artistic and pedagogical work = From Pedagogy to Art”.
A major part of your experience will be supporting our Youth Camps, which focus on art, gospel music, and intercultural encounters. With 70 to 120 children and teenagers attending each of the three camps, you will interact with kids from various backgrounds, join their activities, and take on responsibility by leading small groups in daily tasks like catering and cleaning. We encourage you to bring your own fresh ideas by preparing a small workshop in advance—whether musical, athletic, or artistic—and to share a piece of your own culture through a creative presentation involving food, games, or pictures.
In addition to the youth work, you will contribute to our Artistic Project: Shaping the "House of Friendship." This area, featuring an old tent and several caravans, was originally renovated in 2015/16 as a symbol of hope and a safe space for refugees. Together with a team of international students from the Himmelsfels College, you will help bring new concepts to life. We will construct, paint, and decorate the site to ensure it remains a beautiful and welcoming place for everyone.

Accommodation and food

Life on the mountain is simple and authentic. You will stay on our Campsite and sleep in caravans, sharing rooms with fellow volunteers. Please remember to bring a sleeping bag, as well as warm clothes and raingear, as summer nights in Germany can get quite chilly

Location and leisure

The study portion of the camp focuses on the intersection of tradition and modernity, as well as migration and "welcoming culture" in Germany. Working at Himmelsfels is all about fostering encounters between people of different backgrounds. In your free time, you can explore the historic village of Spangenberg or visit the nearby city of Kassel, famous for the "Documenta" art festival and the UNESCO World Heritage "Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe."

Requirements

After registration, we require a self-declaration concerning the children and youth protection.

Directions to meeting point

Melsungen train station (Melsungen Bahnhof)

Additional comments

A letter of motivation is required! Basic knowledge of the German language is helpful to communicate with the kids. Volunteers with interest in combining arts with construction are very welcome and it would be great if you are interested in a Christian spirituality. Team players are particularly welcome!
After registration, we will require a self-declaration regarding terms of legal protection for children and vulnerable persons. Please bring a sleeping bag. As some summer nights can get cold in Germany, please bring some warm clothes and raingear!