WALK in the shoes of Missionaries

This trip is designed to expose participants to what life and ministry looks like for missionaries in Europe, with a strong emphasis on discipleship, cultural understanding, and prayerful engagement. It combines classroom-style learning with real-world interaction alongside missionaries and local ministry leaders.

Who Should Consider This Trip (Trip is capped at 12 participants)

• Individuals exploring cross-cultural or international ministry (These participants will get first priority for the trip)
• Mission supporters who want a clearer picture of what God is doing in Europe
• Those desiring to pray more effectively through firsthand understanding

Key Information:

• Location: Belgium & Latvia (Brussels → Riga)
• Dates: June 14–24, 2026
• Cost: $2,850 per person
• Team Size: Capped at 10 participants
• Application Deadline: January 31
• Audience: Those interested in cross-cultural ministry or who support missions and want deeper understanding
• Training Included: Required preparation class (late May) + Q&A meeting
• Support Raising: Participants are encouraged to raise financial support
• Application: Application will be forwarded and linked

Ministry & Training Focus

• Participate in a Neighbors to Nations discipleship cohort
• Learn in a classroom-style setting alongside missionaries and ministry partners
• Join a group hosted in Belgium, with additional participants from local ministries
• Teaching led by:
  • Ivan Kalabric – Serbian, World Partners missionary
  • Rick Dugan – Missionary supported by Avalon Missionary Church and guest preacher at Avalon

Additional Notes

• A mandatory pre-trip class will be held in late May
• A Q&A meeting will be offered for interested participants on January 11 at 10:30 in Room 204
• Participants will receive guidance and encouragement for support raising