Bridges of Hope Mission Trips 2012

Mountain Life will be sending two teams to South Africa in 2012. The trip dates are:

• June 18 – July 1, 2012
• December 3 – 16, 2012

The teams will be leading a camp for orphans and vulnerable children. Join one of these trips for an amazing opportunity to make a difference in the lives of these wonderful children.

To apply, download the application and return it to the church office or to as soon as possible. The June trip application deadline is February 15, 2012.

Mountain Life Mission Trip Application

Questions? Contact Global Outreach, or call Kevin Reese, the Global Outreach Team Leader at 435.640.4374.

Team Checklist

• Mission Trip Application – Turn into the church office.If you have participated in a mission trip within the past 18 months, you do not need to complete an application.
• Valid Passport – Please ensure you have a valid passport with at least one empty visa page. Please provide a copy of your passport (picture page) to Jim at our first meeting.
• Airfare – Your ticket will cost around $1700-$1900. We will be fundraising, but please let us know if you have financial concerns.
• Waiver and Background Check – All participants are required to complete a liability and waiver form. Also, new applicants are required to complete a background check. Both forms will be available at our first meeting (if you participated in a mission trip in the past 18 months, you do not need to redo the background check). All team members must complete a waiver form.
• Travel Medical Insurance – Overseas travel and medical insurance is highly recommended. One of the best online sites is squaremouth.com.
• Spending Money – Recommend between $300-$500 for incidentals like meals out, tourist activities, etc. The amount you bring is entirely up to you.
• Immunizations – We will NOT be in a malaria area. Check with your doctor or clinic for required immunizations. Park City Vaccines is a great resource for information and immunizations.
• Raising Support – A part of missions is praying and trusting in the Lord to provide. All team members are expected to compose support letters and raise a portion of their expenses. Sample letters are available. If you feel uncomfortable asking for money, pray on it. Make a list of people who you feel might support your mission trip. Mountain Life members will receive a separate letter. We will discuss this further at our first meeting.
• Fundraisers – Mission trips are not cheap, so fundraising is a must, the team will brainstorm ideas together.