HELLO, I'M REBEKKA
Serving on Young Life Staff in NORWAY
Hello, I'm Rebekka
Serving on Young Life staff in Norway
Hei!
I'm Rebekka from Halden, Norway and I want to see my hometown changed. I'm going on full-time staff at Young Life Norway where I will be serving as a team leader, working together with my team to reach out to the local youth. We're not allowed to hang out in the schools, but we aim to be present in the city and organize Club and Campaigners in neutral public spaces. We want to engage in regular contact work and recruit new leaders, and I'm really looking forward to the time ahead.
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MY STORY
I grew up in a Christian family, but I haven't always lived as a Christian. I got into the wrong friend group and did different things that weren't the best choices. In 2022, I had the opportunity to get to know people from Young Life, and through them and several others, my life was turned upside down (in a good way!) I wanted to be a part of something bigger and knew that I had to change my lifestyle. I developed a heart for the unreached, especially for young people. In my home town I started to see the needs in the youth around me and I wanted to make a difference.
I have been so blessed to lead more than 10 girls to Jesus. I started as a DGL in 2023 and have been working at my local church. Now, as a DGL graduate, I'm looking forward to serving on Young Life staff in my hometown.
MY EDUCATION
DGL SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENT
UNIVERSITY: Høgskolen i Østfold, Fredrikstad, Norway
Bachelor of Social Educator Training - 2025
WHAT IT'S LIKE TO SERVE IN NORWAY
In Norway, matters of faith are generally considered a private matter. Discussions around faith and Jesus are typically met with polite indifference rather than active opposition. Roughly 75–80% of Norwegians have no church affiliation; only around 24% say religion is personally important.
For Norwegian young people exploring spiritual identity, Young Life offers a place to belong and be known, and opportunities to engage in respectful faith conversations rooted in trust and genuine relationships.
MY FUNDING NEEDS
To cover daily living expenses including housing, food, and transportation, I must raise my salary. Please consider joining my support team so that I can focus on ministry with the teenagers in my neighborhood and expand God's Kingdom in Norway.
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MY INTERESTS
In addition to my involvement with Young Life, I’ve been working part-time at my local Baptist church, which I absolutely love.
It’s a place where I’ve been shaped, where I’ve grown, and where my character has been formed. I’ve been helping out with the youth ministry and confirmation classes.
I love being in nature—going for walks and experiencing new things. My family lives on a farm with a lake, a volleyball court, and animals, so I often go there. I’m very organized at home—maybe a little too organized sometimes… so tidying up might actually be something I do on my rest days, haha!
I enjoy cooking, and my love language is acts of service. I can be a bit of a wimp when it comes to swimming and trying new things, but I want to challenge myself—and I actually enjoy being pushed out of my comfort zone.
A FAVORITE SCRIPTURE
"But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you."
— Matthew 6:33
This verse has stayed with me ever since I chose to follow Jesus with all that I am and all that I have. Through my studies, church, Young Life, and life in general, I’ve experienced how God provides for me and blesses me for putting Him first. I truly desire for God to be in first place in my life—above everything and everyone else.
Prayer requests
1. Open Hearts - Pray that Norwegian youth would be open to exploring faith and encountering Jesus.
2. Authentic Relationships - Ask for deep, trust-filled connections between leaders and students.
3. Gospel Impact - Pray for boldness and wisdom to share the Gospel effectively in a secular culture.
I WOULD LOVE TO TELL YOU MORE ABOUT MY MINISTRY
I would be so grateful for the opportunity to learn more about you and tell you more about my ministry here in Norway. Email me so we can connect. You are always welcome to come experience Young Life ministry up close here in beautiful Halden.
HALDEN, NORWAY
MY STORY
I was born into a Muslim household that followed Allah without any questions until my older sister received Christ and become a Christian. Our parents followed in the faith. Ever since my life has not been the same because Jesus is at the center of it now. I'm an ordained minister of the Gospel in my church. Now a Developing Global Leader, I am combining my gifts and passions and pursuing a degree in graphic design and video editing at Milton Margai Technical University.
My greatest strength is my ability to motivate and help the younger generation by bringing out the best in them. My vision is to remain actively involved in the next generation through Young Life and give counsel and help as they identify their own talents.
MY MINISTRY FOCUS
I work in a community where many teenagers have to work to support their families as street vendors, on farms, or low-paying informal jobs. Teenage pregnancies, early marriages, and the need to support family income often force teens—particularly girls—out of school. Crime, drug abuse, and gangs are a common threat.
That's why Young Life is such an important part of this community. We give kids opportunities for healthy friendships, fun activities, positive role models and, most of all, the chance to hear the gospel and grow in faith.
I currently lead two clubs, one in the city center and the other one that is just starting in a nearby neighborhood. Our focus is on high school kids and we are training leaders to open a Wyldlife club in the next six months.
MY PRAYER REQUESTS
• More volunteer leaders for the Waterloo club. We are expanding and reaching younger kids so we want to start a Wyldlife Club in that community but we do not have enough leaders to do it well.
• Upcoming camp - that we would be able to have dependable transportation there and that many kids hear and respond to the Gospel.
• For God's favor on my family – improved health for my mom. My sister is finishing secondary school and dreams of going to university. We are praying that she will receive a scholarship.
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