“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria,
and to the ends of the earth." - Acts 1:8
:: Projected Mission Trips for 2008
August 16-23 - Matagulpa, Nicaragua
Mid-September - Saboba, Ghana
Thanksgiving weekend - MS Gulf Coast
:: What's it like going on a mission trip?
For me, it was like being surrounded by God and being completely aware of it for the 1st time in my life. The ‘God Moments’ came so often that I was just in awe. When you wanted to do a task and everything you needed was available to you even though you didn’t plan ahead for it. I still get glory bumps and teary eyes when I recall these times. Every day you laugh and you cry and it’s all good. I definitely received more love and blessings than I could ever have imagined and memories that will last a lifetime. “ • Angie Pigue
“Missions is stepping out of my comfort zone and knowing that God will equip me to do His will in showing His love to others … in return I have received more blessings than I can even count. I always leave a little bit of my heart with the people and countries that we serve.” • Sandi Short
“Bob Pierce once said, ‘Let my heart be broken by the things that break the heart of God.’ To experience missions is to experience your heart broken by what breaks God’s heart. It is to love as Jesus loves and weep as Jesus wept. Our mission field begins at our back door and extends to the ends of the earth. No one should expect to return the same.” • Brad Butler
What do volunteers do on a mission trip?
Responsibilities will certainly vary from trip to trip, but generally the group is divided into different ministry teams:
Bible School Team: holds Bible school for the local children
Medical Team: sees patients and dispenses non-narcotic drugs
Construction Team: paint, pour concrete, dig footings, etc.
Love Distribution Team: distribute clothing and food to the local families
Where do volunteers go on mission trips?
Getwell Road has sent teams to Ghana, Kenya and Tunisia in Africa; La Joya, El Oro and Chalco in Mexico, the Mississippi Gulf Coast, the Navajo Nation in New Mexico.
What will I need before I can go on a mission trip?
• Passport
• Vaccinations (varies for different countries)
• Open mind, open heart, open arms
What will my out of pocket cost be for a mission trip?
Volunteers are asked to provide the cost of their airline ticket. Many volunteers do this by acquiring sponsor donations toward the cost.
Why should I volunteer for a mission trip?
• To share the Gospel in “word” and ‘deed’
• To receive the blessing of giving to those less fortunate
• To make a real difference in someone’s life
• To see how another culture lives
How do I volunteer for a mission trip?
Sign up! Fill out a 2008 commitment card and indicate an interest in U.S. or foreign missions (or both!) There is no experience necessary just a willing heart and a ready Spirit.
What’s are our fund raising options?
We have several fund raising events through the year including our missions auction, lunches and dinners, and other activities.
We’re always in need of folks who, for one reason or another, cannot travel with us on mission trips but who would like to be part of our fund raising team. There’s a spot on your 2008 commitment card for that, also.
:: Missions Ministry FAQ