An effective mission trip begins with packing. In Asia, bag-packing is even more important because of the limitations imposed by vehicles and the eagerness of customs officials to earn some extra pocket money from rich foreigners.
Most people from affluent countries value convenience highly. They tend to pack things so that it is easy for them
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The big question I often get from newbies who have decided to join a mission trip is a variation of the following – what’s going to happen there? Or… what can I expect there??
I asked that sort of question in the past as well, and so I understand the newbies’ anxiety. However, um… answering it
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I used to start packing about a week before the actual departure date of the mission trip. I don’t do that any more – I now pack only the night before the trip. I’ve already got all my packing lists in place, and know exactly what to throw into the bag and what not to.
For
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Previously I shared about the practical aspects of planning for a mission trip, such as finding out the costs, applying for visa, getting flu shots, etc.
You wil also need to find out what the trip is all about. Some trips are made for a specific purpose, such as evangelistic campaign in the Philippines. The team
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Let’s say that you have no fear factors and you have set your heart on a missions trip. Amen! First we start with some practical tips -
Planning for the mission trip – find out about suitable trips you can join in, the timing, as well as the costs. Many of us work full time. I
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