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<b>1. <section begin=req1 /><noinclude></noinclude>Read Matthew 28:19-20. As a group come up with a list of reasons to go on a mission trip.
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<b>2. <section begin=req2 /><noinclude></noinclude>What are some of the preparations required for going on a mission trip, such as different approvals, required documentation, and where to go?
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<b>3. <section begin=req3 /><noinclude></noinclude>Identify and explain what you need to pack for a mission trip that will be appropriate for your selected destination.
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<b>4. <section begin=req4 /><noinclude></noinclude>Understand and be able to identify safety issues that are specific for the country to where you will be traveling. These will include the following:
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:<b>a. <section begin=req4a /><noinclude></noinclude>Health concerns
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:<b>b. <section begin=req4b /><noinclude></noinclude>Drinking water
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:<b>c. <section begin=req4c /><noinclude></noinclude>Bathroom issues
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:<b>d. <section begin=req4d /><noinclude></noinclude>Food - avoiding contamination
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:<b>e. <section begin=req4e /><noinclude></noinclude>Preventative health measures such as required immunization and prophylactic medications.
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:<b>f. <section begin=req4f /><noinclude></noinclude>Political issues
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:<b>g. <section begin=req4g /><noinclude></noinclude>Cultural issues
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<b>5. <section begin=req5 /><noinclude></noinclude>Spend time learning about the specific culture you will be involved with and discuss your findings at an orientation meeting.
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<b>6. <section begin=req6 /><noinclude></noinclude>If the predominant language of the country you are visiting is different than your own, memorize at least five common phrases in the language, such as: Hello, Please, Thank you, Bathroom, etc.
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<b>7. <section begin=req7 /><noinclude></noinclude>Sing a song or tell a story as a mission outreach to at least one local person while in the country.
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<b>8. <section begin=req8 /><noinclude></noinclude>Identify resources and obtain funds to go on a mission trip. This can be done through your own earnings, fundraisers, sponsors, etc.
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<b>9. <section begin=req9 /><noinclude></noinclude>Go on a mission trip to a foreign country. This can be as a family, Pathfinder, school, church group, or through an organized mission group.
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<b>10. <section begin=req10 /><noinclude></noinclude>Participate in the activities assigned by your leader which may include:
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:<b>a. <section begin=req10a /><noinclude></noinclude>Church building
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:<b>b. <section begin=req10b /><noinclude></noinclude>Door-to-door evangelism
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:<b>c. <section begin=req10c /><noinclude></noinclude>Literature evangelism
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:<b>d. <section begin=req10d /><noinclude></noinclude>Child evangelism - for example: Vacation Bible School activities
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:<b>e. <section begin=req10e /><noinclude></noinclude>Evangelistic meetings
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:<b>f. <section begin=req10f /><noinclude></noinclude>Health evangelism
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:<b>g. <section begin=req10g /><noinclude></noinclude>Cleaning or cooking for the mission group you are traveling with
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:<b>h. <section begin=req10h /><noinclude></noinclude>Working in orphanages or orphan centers
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<b>11. <section begin=req11 /><noinclude></noinclude>Upon returning home, give a public presentation about your mission trip, which may include the following:
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:<b>a. <section begin=req11a /><noinclude></noinclude>Did you see a miracle or evidence of God working?
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:<b>b. <section begin=req11b /><noinclude></noinclude>Have you grown spiritually closer to God because of this trip, and if so, how?
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:<b>c. <section begin=req11c /><noinclude></noinclude>Will you be making changes in your life because of what you experienced on the trip? If so, describe what they will be.
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:<b>d. <section begin=req11d /><noinclude></noinclude>Did you see God use you and your group to impact others for Him?
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<b>12. <section begin=req12 /><noinclude></noinclude>Upon returning home, re-read Matthew 28:19-20 and discuss whether the meaning of this verse has changed for you.
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