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Join us for a life-changing experience in missions! We plan short-term ministries based on church needs and American talents, focusing on impactful projects that foster growth. Partner with local churches for lasting impact and nurture relationships in Northern Mexico.
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Short Term MissionsinNorthern Mexico A Strategy for Growing Churches in mercy and Justice
Mission Statement To provide safe, fruitful, life-changing experiences in missions.
WE PLAN SHORT TERM MINISTRIES BASED ON THE NEEDS OF EACH CHURCH PLANT “what can we do that would be most beneficial to to the growth of the church and its members?” WE PLAN SHORT TERM MINISTRIES BASED ON THE GIFTS AND DESIRES OF EACH AMERICAN CHURCH “how can we best use talent and time to provide the most effective ministry?” Ministry-Based Projects
Partner-Based Projects • Partners develop long term relationships by working together in Christ to affect growth in the church and change in individuals’ lives. • Partners move beyond material investments into Purposeful ministry that bears lasting fruit
15 U.S. Churches I RUF group 4 Interns 8 Project Sites 180 Americans 6 Mexican Church Plants, Orphanage Christian school 3 Key Cities in Northern Mexico ~500 + VBS Kids ~100 Women Crafts ~15 English Classes ~100 Conferences Overview – Summer 2006
Opportunities To Serve • Monterrey, Ciudad Victoria, And saltillo • Construction, VBS, Seminars, Evangelism, Outreach, Sports, Leadership Training, Youth Discipleship, Medical, Music, Teaching English, Men’s and Women’s Ministries, Cultural Events,University ministry…… • Build Lasting Relationships
Safety and Security POLICIES • Negotiated through the NPC • Designed with safety in mind • Designed to ensure that Mexicans are not offended or caused to stumble
BOTTOM LINE: Short-term Investments yield Long-term returns