Our story
The past and the future...
THE PERMANENT HOME
Why is it needed, and why NOW?
We previously gathered at a nearby school that served over 500 children and teenagers from surrounding communities. This space provided a vital place for ministry and was secured for our weekly meetings. However, during the COVID-19 crisis, we lost access for over three years, leaving us without a location for our large gatherings.
Now, due to a rental policy change, we are once again struggling to use the facility. In response, we have shifted to small groups and provide online services for children and their families. However, our ultimate goal is to establish a permanent residence where we can continue our mission without restrictions.
Large gatherings often face social harassment, making it increasingly difficult to meet freely. To overcome this, we have begun partnering with local churches that courageously work to reach children, teens, and families in their communities. We equip them with training and resources to strengthen their mission and expand their impact, ensuring more lives are transformed by the love of Jesus.
Currently, our daily ministry operates from a small 70 m² (750 ft²) rented apartment in Dhaka, where we face numerous challenges. Despite these limitations, we continue to plan and host activities for children and families in the area. However, the space is too small to accommodate more than 20 people, and there is no room for outdoor activities, making it difficult to meet the growing needs of our ministry.
As our work continues to expand within the city, across the nation, and into neighboring countries, having our own building will allow us to carry out high-quality, consistent ministry on a daily basis.
We also aim to be responsible stewards of our resources. Paying rent with no equity is not a sustainable long-term solution. Investing in a permanent center that we can use 24/7 is both necessary and wise. Given the current challenges, we believe this is the time to establish a permanent home—one that will serve as a foundation for growth, stability, and long-term impact.
All those circumstances led us to a permanent home…
Camp Bijoy
…Center Plans
God has given a old kindergarten school building as the answer of our prayers. It’s more than simply a building, with an L-shaped structure that houses a meeting area and three classrooms.
This land measures 33 decimals (about 14,374.8 square feet), providing ample room for several ministries. We’ve also secured an extra 100 decimals (about 43,555 square feet) of nearby land through a leasing mechanism for outdoor activities and dormitories.
Our objective is to begin construction of a safe house for rescued teen-girls as soon as possible, followed by a five-story facility with a 200-seat hall. This refuge will be a source of hope, particularly for girls in need, underprivileged families, and a house of prayer to spread the Good News in love throughout our region.
However, we cannot accomplish it alone. We need your help. Whether you’re a church, trust, or individual with a compassionate heart, your contribution will make this goal a reality.
Join us as we build the future together. Every gift, no matter how tiny, counts. Let’s make a difference together.
MASTER PLAN
PHASE 1 (2023-2025) Land and Multi-purpose Building
- Buy a piece of land/property near Dhaka.
- Build a Multi-Purpose building with 200 seating capacity for meeting children/bible studies/community gatherings and training.
- Outdoor playground
- Adequate restrooms (5M/5F)
- Two stored hostel cum office buildings with five stored foundations for boarding (campers/participants will stay during the event), staff offices, kitchen, dining hall etc.
PHASE 2 (2025-2027)
- As soon as possible – Another medium size space outside for meetings/gatherings/community groups etc.
- Extend another three floors top on the hostel and office building.
- Develop an audio-visual studio.
PHASE 3(2027-2030)
- Build a dedicated Children’s Space.
- Refurbish Multipurpose building for 300 seat capacity by 2030.
- Build a rooftop hall on the hostel building for big meetings.
What is the estimated cost?
PHASE 1 (2023-2025)
- Land = BDT 7,000,000 (USD 64080)
- Boundary wall, rooms Repair, Restrooms, Parking Shade and land renovation =BDT 4,000,000(USD 36617)
- Multipurpose Building = BDT 3,500,000 (USD37108.83)
- Hostel cum office Building: BDT 25,000,000 (USD 265064)
- Total Project: BDT 39,500,000 (USD 402,870.37)
GET INVOLVED
- Pray! Ask God to show you what your part is in supporting His Vision for Bijoy Ministries.
- Obey! Believe what God tells you and choose to obey His voice.
- Give! With joy, give sacrificially of your time, resources, and your
finances to the work of the Lord at Bijoy.
How can I give? Every gift makes a difference and God calls us all to equal sacrifice. Here’s how you can give:
- Initial cash gift: Ask God for creative ways to give an initial gift! Consider giving from your savings, etc. Also, consider reducing your expenses or postponing a major purchase as a sacrifice to God.
- 3-years commitment: Pray about what you and your family can give, over and above your tithe, for the next three years. Your weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly gifts accrued over time, often result in a larger gift than you thought possible.
WE FOUND
We found a beautiful property with an L-shaped building on it, which was used as a KG school before COVID-19. It has a small conference room and three classrooms. It is presently serviceable, There is a sufficient supply of both electricity and water. The size of the land is 33 decimals, which is approximately 14374.8 square feet, and it has scope to expand (purchase) additional land next to our property as its surrounding inventory is still vacant.
We are now soliciting funds to construct a structure that is five stories high with a 200-seat multi-purpose shade, as well as many renovations to the already-existing building and the construction of boundary walls.
For more , contact us : franayomi@gmail.com
We need your assistance connecting us with churches, trusts, or individuals who will stand with us by donating to make this vision come true; we would appreciate your assistance.
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