Central Asia
This is an opportunity to serve, learn, and make a lasting impact through refugee and student outreach.
Serve Refugees and International Students in Central Asia
Join us on a transformative mission trip to serve refugee communities and international students in Central Asia. We are partnering with established local organizations dedicated to providing both hope and practical support to those seeking refuge and a new beginning. This trip offers a unique opportunity to serve, learn, and make a long-lasting impact through compassionate outreach and cultural engagement.
Mission: Bringing Hope and Building Bridges
Our mission is to reach refugee families and international students by offering practical aid, sharing the love of Christ, and providing encouragement. Through meeting their physical and spiritual needs, we aim to bring hope and the Gospel to those displaced by conflict and seeking education far from home.
Vision: Equipping and Empowering Communities
Our vision is to offer more than short-term relief. We seek to empower refugee families and international students by building meaningful relationships, supporting local initiatives, and fostering a sense of hope for the future. This trip will deepen your understanding of cross-cultural ministry while providing lasting encouragement to those in need.
Strategy:
- Presence: We will visit refugee families and international students, offering essential resources like food, supplies, and encouragement while also sharing messages of hope and praying for them.
- Partner: We will work alongside local organizations embedded in the community, ensuring our efforts are culturally sensitive and contribute to ongoing ministry efforts.
- Engage: Trip participants will engage in activities such as home visits, outreach events, and supporting local programs for refugees and international students. You'll have the chance to build relationships, listen to stories of resilience, and be a source of encouragement.
About the Trip
This 9-day trip includes opportunities to:
- Spend time with refugee families and international students, listening to their stories and sharing life with them.
- Participate in outreach activities such as distributing essential aid, sharing the Gospel, and praying with those in need.
- Support local church services and assist with youth outreach programs for international students.
- Experience a day of cultural learning by visiting historic and significant sites in the region.
The trip cost is $2900, and GoTEN offers fundraising assistance for those who need it.
Further details about specific activities and locations will be shared with those who inquire. Complete the registration below for more information.