So you think you want to go on this year's mission trip? That's great. There's just a couple things you need to do to make that happen.

1. The first thing you need to do is pray about it. Wanting to go on a mission trip is a good thing but it's also a really big thing. You need to pray and ask God if this is something He wants you to do. You may find that you don't get an "Ah-ha!" moment after praying, that's ok, the important thing is that you be flexible to do what God wants you to do.

 

2. The next thing you should do is talk to your parents. While you might not think that they always understand you, God has given you your parents and he says that you are to honor them. A simple way to honor them is to talk to them about this trip. Let them know why you think you should go and listen to what they have to say about it.

 

3. Provided you haven't hit any roadblocks, you are now at the point where you are ready to apply. In order to apply you need to first register with the website.* You might think that's kinda silly cause all you want to do is apply for the trip, but we have our reasons. This year, all financial updates will be given on the website. So that way you can find out where you stand in regards to raising money for the trip.

 

4. Now that you have registered, you are ready to fill out the application. If you look at the menu on the left you'll see the link to "Apply." When you click the link it will bring you to the application. Fill it out as best you can. You need to have an answer for everything. But don't worry, you can go back later and update it, but for now we need all of your answers.

 

5. After you apply, a leader will contact you to set up a time to meet with you and your parents to talk about the trip and to pray.

 

6. After the meeting, if we all feel that your involvement on the trip is a good thing, you'll get your missions binder in preparation for meeting #1.

 

While it may seem like a big process it's not too bad and we'll walk you through the whole way. If you have any questions, you can email us at: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

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*Registering with the website is a two step process. After you fill out the registration form, you will need to confirm your email address. Registration is not complete until the email address is verified.

Little Caesers

Sales March 25 - April 18; Delivery is Monday, May 3

For every kit that you sell, $5 goes to your account. The forms are available in the Upper Room.

We are also looking for youth to sell Pizza and Cookie kits before and after the service on Sunday, April 11 and Sunday, April 18. If you are interested, please email: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Pretzel Sales

Every Sunday morning pretzels are sold before and after all the services. The sales are done in shifts. For every shift that you work, you make $5 towards your trip. If you are interested in helping with this, please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Wednesday Night Cleaning

It's a big room and somebody has got to clean it. Wednesday evenings before youth group, from 5:15 to 6:30 a team cleans the Upper Room. For every shift that you work, you will make $15 dollars. Email us if you want to help: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Jobs Board

This is a new opportunity. In the fellowship area of the church, youth ministry will have a bulletin board dedicated to youth missions. On this board, you will be able to post jobs that you are willing to do to raise money.

For example:

I'm earning money for my trip this summer to the DR. I am willing to help with yard work, wash your car or even wax your floors.

Then just add some tabs with your name and phone number for people to take that are interested.

Please note, it is up to you and your parents to coordinate this opportunity.

If you have a listing that you would like to post, please give it to Dan or email it to: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Movie Night

On Saturday, April 24, the Solid Rock Cafe and Bookstore will be showing the movie "The Blind Side" and they need people to work the event. They are looking for 15 people to help with tickets, set up, clean up and provided a rocking time. If you are interested in helping with this, you must sign up here. You will earn a minimum of $10 towards your trip for helping with this.

We will be going to Barahona, DR a 3-4 hour drive west of Santo Domingo. The host of this trip is Calvary Chapel Delta (www.ccdeltapa.org) they began working in the DR a few years ago. They have housing and 3 people who are on staff full time. We will be helping and co-laboring with them. We will be ministering in poorer areas doing VBS, street witnessing and various building projects.

When:

July 15 – July 26, 2010.

Who can go:

The trip is open to Senior High age students in grades 9 -12 who have accepted Jesus as their Savior. These students must be willing to step outside of their comfort zone and allow God to use them in a great way.

So things we'll be doing include:

• Puppets
• Drama
• VBS
• Building Projects
• Street Witnessing

Trip Requirements: Everyone that wants to go on this trip must:

1. Have accepted Jesus as their Savior and have a relationship with Him.
2. Be willing to share their testimony and the Gospel
3. Submit to authority
4. Be willing to serve

Lodging:

We will be staying in two different houses to accommodate the group. The one is a house owned by CC Delta the other is a house owned by a partner church in Barahona. Beds are provided but you will need to bring your own bedding.

Clothing:

Modesty is important and should be kept in mind while packing. Because of their culture, guys should be prepared to wear long-pants and ladies to wear skirts to attend church. Shorts and t-shirts are acceptable at all other times.
Don’t bring any flashy jewelry, clothes with logos and advertisements. Simple like Old Navy is ok; remember what you wear is physical representation of who you are.
You need to bring closed toes shoes (sneakers) and it is recommended that you bring water shoes for when we go to the beach. You can bring flip flops but you may be required to wear shoes when ministering.

Cost:

$950. This includes room & board, transportation and supplies for ministry. There will be fundraisers to help offset this cost.
(If parents are interested in helping with the fundraisers, we would welcome it!)

Next Steps:

If you are interested in this trip you have until March 3 to apply.

Did you ever have a question that you wish you could get an answer too? A question about something big, real big. Like God! Did you ever want to ask that question and get an answer?

Doubt Night

Wednesday, May 12 @ 7 PM
in the Upper Room

A night for jr and sr high youth to ask questions, and get answers.

How do you ask a question:

To ask a question you can either ask right now, online by clicking here or you can write it down and come out on May 12 and ask in person.

What kind of question is fair game:

You can ask any question that you like, the focus of the night is going to be on God, Christianity and life.

Who can come:

Well, we'd hope that you would come and that you would bring a friend.