Philippines
Philippines
Teen Trip ages: 13-19
Region: Southern Asia
Location: Butuan City, the Philippines
Dates of involvement: June 18 - August 2, 2024
Ministry Focus: Work Projects, Children’s Ministry, Overseas Boot Camp, Cross-Cultural Missions
The Philippines, home to over 7,000 islands, is a distinctive and beautiful country filled with congenial people. Imagine pristine, crystal-clear waters and mountains cloaked in lush jungles—it's like stepping into a real-life postcard!
You and your team won't be there for just the views. The Philippines is home to some of the world's friendliest and most warm-hearted people, the Filipinos! And here is where the adventure truly begins: You will be teaming up with Teen Missions national missionaries to make an impact as you disciple Filipino teens at the Philippines Boot Camp.
Imagine the strategic ministry results when national youth who know the language and culture are going out on teams to reach the Philippines for Christ.
The Philippines is waiting for you, and it's going to be a summer you will never forget!
Estimated Project Expense $4990 plus $30 Registration Fee
Once you touch down at the Teen Missions base in the Philippines, your very first project is mixing and pouring a concrete driveway. This will be meeting a huge need, because during the rainy season the roads to the base become a muddy mess.
You will also have the opportunity to do children's ministry in the local villages. Think fun games, sharing engaging Bible stories, dramas, and some puppetry magic with the kids! The local kids will capture your heart as they are super friendly and excited to get to know your team.
For the final part of your ministry focus, you and your team will play a key role in our missions program in the Philippines. Your team will overlap with our Filipino Boot Camp that is happening on the base. Whether it's teaching classes, being the judges for the Obstacle Course, or lending a hand wherever it's needed, you'll be right in the action!Following Boot Camp, your team will travel from Orlando to Manila, the capital of the Philippines via Los Angeles. After going through customs, you will board a flight to Butuan City. A short bus ride will take you to your final destination at the property of the Teen Missions in The Philippines base.
The Philippines is known for their huge shopping malls and you will have the chance to shop at one or more when you visit Butuan City. You may also have the opportunity to experience their famous “Jollibee” —their version of McDonalds. On the way back to Florida, you will spend a day in Manila where you will shop for handmade crafts and artistry.
Included in your team registration:
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Free Airport Shuttle from Orlando International Airport to Boot Camp
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Boot Camp Training Expenses (10 Days)
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Accommodation
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Meals
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Classes
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Literature pack
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Building materials for construction classes
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Team Travel Shirts
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Airport Shuttle from Boot Camp to Orlando International airport
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Administration Costs
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Airfare and travel expenses to and from the Project Country
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Travel Insurance for individual team members and leaders
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Lodging during your stay
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Meals
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Work project - building materials
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Team sightseeing travel and expenses
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Travel expenses while in country
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Evangelism resources
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Airport Shuttle from Orlando International Airport to Debrief
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Debrief Expenses (4 days)
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Accommodation
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Meals
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Classes
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Literature resources
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Sightseeing Day during Debrief - travel, entry fee and lunch
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Free Airport Shuttle from Debrief to Orlando International Airport
Prices DO NOT include the registration fee or any travel to Boot Camp and home from Merritt Island, Florida. All team gear, clothing, passport, visas, immunizations, equipment deposits, air tax or levies, changes in exchange rates, personal expenses, spending money and any other items required are at the participant's expense.
