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Youth Camp in Guatemala

Youth Camp in Guatemala

Article submitted by Noah Bendele, Field Intern in Guatemala A team from Petra Fellowship New Holland, PA came down to the Petén to help us run a short youth camp. They were also involved in some other projects around Sayaxché during their stay here. Friday afternoon the youth arrived at La Anchura, a former jungle [...]

 

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Visiting Prisons in Zambia

Article submitted by Elizabeth Ratliff, Field Coordinator in Zambia In the past I have said what a privilege it is to serve the Lord here in Zambia and the incredible opportunities in the prisons but this mission to Northern Zambia far surpassed previous missions. It was our most distant mission, it was the hardest and [...]

 

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Heat is a Luxury

Heat is a Luxury

Article submitted by Norb & Julie Kurrle, Field Coordinators in Paraguay It’s been cold here the last few days and today we woke up to about 0 degree celcius.  We’re giving our new wood burning stove a work out; yesterday we kept it burning all day!  While we are thankful for a cozy home, the [...]

 

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Tell Me “My Story”

Article submitted by Julie Merrin, Field Coordinator in SE Asia Rachel was sitting next to me recently…chattering away, as usual.  I’m not sure how, but somehow, the conversation turned  to her asking something about “her story”.  The story of how she came to be with me.  She has heard this story many times before, but [...]

 

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Busy Time in Puerto Maldonado

Busy Time in Puerto Maldonado

Article submitted by Jim & Sue Brannan, Field Coordinators in Peru Once again, it’s been a very busy time as always here in Puerto Maldonado, Peru—and a very hot and dry month.  We have not had a good rain all month and the river is really going down.  The last time Sue and I were [...]

 

Short-Term Mission Application

Download the form OR Complete the application online.

Thank you for applying to become a part of one of our Short Term Mission teams. The Team Trip Department will contact you within 3 business days with regard to your application. Once you have been approved for the team you have requested, you will received a packet of information pertaining to your trip.

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There is a $150, non-refundable, application fee required for all applicants, if paying by check/cash. The fee will be $154.50 if paying by credit card, non-refundable.

Please download and complete the “Emergency Contact” and “Release of Liability” forms and mail to Missionary Ventures, P.O. Box 593550, Orlando, Fl 32859-3550.

If you are a minor traveling without your parent/guardian, please download and complete this form and mail to Missionary Ventures, P.O. Box 593550, Orlando, Fl 32859-3550.

You will be required to send in a copy of the information page of your passport

  • Please scan a copy of the INFORMATION PAGE of your PASSPORT, (including your picture) and email to: Teams@mvusa.org .
  • If you do not have access to a scanner, please mail a clear copy to Missionary Ventures (NOTE: we must be able to see your picture clearly)
  • DO NOT fax a copy of your passport, because it comes across too dark to read
  • Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after your expected return date

General Information
 Already confirmed Team Member
Team Trip number, if known
 Requesting to be placed on a team
 
How will you pay?  Check $150.00 Pay online $154.50
Country for which applying:
Trip date:
Are you a US citizen?  Yes No
If not, what is your citizinship?
Do you have a current passport?  Yes No
Passport Number:
Expiration Date:
Passport Name:  Mr. Mrs. Miss Ms.
Last:
First:
Middle:
Address:
City:
State:
Zip:
Home Phone:
Work Phone:
Cell Phone:
Fax Number:
Email:
Date of Birth:
T-shirt size:  S M L 1X 2X 3X
Marital Status:  Single Married Divorced Separated Widowed Other
Next of Kin:
Last:
First:
Middle:
Address:
Phone:
It is important that you answer the next (3) questions completely
Do you have any physical limitiations?  Yes No
Please explain:
Do you have any medical conditions that require medications?  Yes No
Please list and include medications (Physical, Emotional, Mental):
Do you have any food allergies? (Food or other)  Yes No
Please list:
Home Church Name:
Pastor's Name:
Address:
City:
State
Zip
Tell Us About Yourself
1. Are you a Christian?  Yes No
2. How long have you been a believer?
3. What does salvation mean to you?
4. Briefly describe your relationship with Christ.
5. Have you had formal witnessing training, and if so what kind?
6. What is your view of marriage from a Biblical perspective?
7. What is your view of homosexuality from a Biblical perspective?
8. Why do you want to be a part of a mission team?
9. What are your strengths/weaknesses?
10. How do you see your strengths/weaknesses as being a help/hindrance while on the field?
Team Member Skills and Experience
Have you been on a Missions Trip before?
When & Where?
Type of team?
Which Organization?
Are you willing to participate in a 5-10 minute devotion during your trip?  Yes No
Do you speak any other languages?
What languages?
Are you fluent?  Yes No
Check areas where you have skills or experience
Administration  Management Office/Clerical Human Resources Purchasing Inventory Control Transport/Shipping Logistics
Communications  Photography Video Productions Press Relations Graphic Arts/Designing Videography Print Production Website Development Public Relations Sound Technician Recruitment Marketing Fundraising Journalism
Finances  Controller Accounting Bookkeeping Data Entry Other
Ministry Skills  Dramatic presentation Proclamation/Teaching Pastoral Care Counseling Worship/Music Ministry Men's Ministry Women's Ministry Children's Ministry Youth Ministry Other
Education  School Teacher School Principal Pre-School/Nursery Teacher Home Schooling Nanny
Health Care  Physician Surgeon Nursing Anesthesia Pharmacology Public Health Dental Optometry Laboratory X-Ray Technician Physical/Occupational Therapist OtherPlease explain
Construction  Concrete work Masonry General Construction Electrician Plumber Mechanic Well Drilling Cabinet maker Grounds Maintenance Waste Water Management Welding Property Management Steel Repair
Technical/Engineering  Computer Programmer Computer Technician Electronics Technician Telephone Technician Systems Design Network Skills
Agricultural & Service Industry  Farming Animal Husbandry Horticulture Sales Housekeeper Catering/Food Preparation Other
If you've opted to pay online, please visit the Donations page to pay, after you've hit SUBMIT and completed this application.