BWO has added a NEW trip to our list of summer trips.  Check it out!

Miami, FL His House Summer Camp Trip

You Can Make A Difference In Young  Hearts That Will Impact Them For Eternity.
July 31-August 7, 2011
Be a part of a meaningful experience in a tropical mission field that will impact the lives of international children right here in  the  United  States,  and  make  lasting friendships from around the country.

The  summer  of  2011  marks  the  fourth  year  that  His House Children’s Home has offered Camp 33. This is a fun-filled and adventurous learning program for foster children, at-risk community children, and orphaned Haitian children.  Camp 33 children may have experienced trauma, reside in low-income households in the neighboring community, or deal with an emotional, behavioral or learning disability.

You will have the opportunity to show these kids the love of Jesus as you reach out during a week of summer camp in which we will bring Christ-focused devotionals, games, arts and crafts, life skills, outdoor sports, as well as field trips. This is their final week of summer vacation. We invite you to be a part of making happy lasting memories.

You can make a difference by providing summer camp to approximately 100 at-risk children.

TRIP PRICE: $748 ALL-INCLUSIVE FROM MIAMI, FL.

Age Requirement: 18 and older

Just back from a short missions trip to Belize with BWO and I can’t stop thinking about it. We went as a family, my husband and three kids–two teens and a ten year old–and it changed our lives.

I smile, remembering how nervous I was. Would it be too hard? Would I feel safe? Would the hotel be horrible–rats, bugs, no AC! But BWO does such a great job on working out every detail the food, the daily schedule, where we stayed, supplies, organization of the team, reminder e-mails, every step of the way was taken care which is important when your traveling in a foreign country.

Since we’ve been back, our whole family has been so much closer to God. I guess when you obey His nudge to go and then go and spend a week giving, He just pours our more of Himself as a reward.

A big part of our renewed hearts was the team BWO put together. It was made up of committed Christians who were there to work toward our goal of ministering to the Belizean children. The team members were fun, sweet, generous, and in love with the Lord. My teen boys came back so hungry for God as a result of hanging around the team for a week and my husband and I have been more committed to serving God in our everyday lives. We worked hard every day ministering, but we had a lot of fun too.

Would I go on another trip with BWO? In a heartbeat. This is a “professional,” experienced, well-organized missions operation that has a passion for reaching the lost for Christ.

It may be cliché to say, but it’s true, I came back with so much more than I gave.

Therese Stenzel

Hi Friends,we thought we would share some posts from the team we had in Tanzania this past August.  We are going back next August and would love to give you a birds eye look of what you could expect if you decide to join us next summer.

Tanzania Mission Trip Updates from the Field
August 13, 2010
We have arrived at LAX airport and have made it through security. Our team of 15 is ready to board the plane headed to East Africa from August 13-27, 2010. We will be traveling for the next two days and will arrive in Kigoma, Tanzania on Sunday where we will prepare for the week ahead. Starting on Monday, we will begin the Calvary Chapel East Africa Pastor’s Conference, soccer outreach, Vacation Bible School, medical outreach, food distribution, evangelism and bible distribution. We are excited to see the Lord do exceedingly abundantly above all we can ask or imagine.
We request your prayers for our team that we would have safe travels and that we would be united as we prepare to minister to the people of Tanzania.
We will send email updates as often as we can.
To know Him and make Him known,
East Africa Missions Team

August 15,2010
After four flights and over 22 hours of flying, we landed on the dirt runway in Kigoma, Tanzania to have 50+ men and women from the local church greet us with songs of celebrations, signs of welcome and cheers that our team had arrived. Many of the team members were brought to tears of joy as the celebration was a realization that after many months of planning, preparation and prayers…we had finally arrived in Tanzania!
This evening the team was able to spend time with the Langley family, had a brief orientation, dinner and now everyone is ready for a good nights rest.
Today we experienced the saying “this is Africa” when 2 of our bins and 1 suitcase did not arrive. Please pray that the missing items are found and arrive quickly.
Tomorrow (Monday) we will begin the East Africa Pastor’s Conference, host the food distribution, and begin the soccer outreach. Please pray for our team to sleep and have a restful night and wake up refreshed and ready to minister.
To know Him and make Him known,
East Africa Missions Team

August 17th, 2010
Our team hit the ground running on Monday as the outreach team split and the men and women went in different directions to do ministry.
The men visited the town center where the leaders of the region come together at a café to discuss politics, religion and other topics. As the team was walking through the area, a man approached saying that they had a group that was waiting for them. When the team arrived at the outdoor cafe, there were 30 men gathered and the majority of them were Muslim wearing the traditional Muslim hats and there were a few Christians.  The men began to ask questions of the team. The crowd quickly grew to 100+ men who were eagerly listening to the answers and the gospel message that followed. Pastor Brian and Pastor Bond took turns answering the men’s questions. At times it became tense when the Muslim cafe owner asked that people not clap after the answer was given and then again when the gospel went forth and 4 men responded saying they wanted to receive Jesus as their Savior and the other Muslim men began to yell and discourage them from doing so. Even amongst the persecution, the 4 men came forward and Pastor Brian led them off to the side, away from the crowd and was able to pray with them and lead them in the sinner’s prayer, while Pastor Bond continued to answer questions from the crowd. The other team members (Bud, Jonathan, Ryan and Isaac) were praying during the intense 3 hour session.
The ladies took part in preparing and serving a meal for 250 orphan and needy children. The morning was spent washing the rice, cutting the vegetables, and cooking the rice and beans. Terri, Heather, Debbie, Carol and Grace experienced the hard work that goes into preparing an African meal. Later in the day, Grace shared a bible story with the children before the ladies served the only hot meal these kids will receive this week.

The Calvary Chapel Pastor’s Conference kicked off Monday morning with Pastor Trent giving an explanation of the conference theme ”A Shepherd after God’s Own Heart.” It has been such a blessing to see how the pastors are being taught during the sessions and at all the different workshops and how they are getting equipped. There are Pastors that are attending from other denominations that have never come to a conference outside of their own denominations, and it has brought a real sense of unity in the community. Continue to pray for the pastors, that they will catch the vision to teach the word systematically.

The soccer outreach started on Monday afternoon, with the first few teams playing. The teams (ages 12 – 16 years old) stepped out onto the dirt field to play soccer or as they say here in Tanzania to play “football”. Many of the young boys played barefoot, none of them with jerseys or shin guards and the soccer ball they typically play with is made up of rags and plastic bags that are tied together. We were able to bring bins of soccer equipment with us thanks to a generous donation from Sports Gift, which is an organization in Southern California that donates gently used sporting equipment to children in third world countries. Each soccer team received a new soccer ball and the kids received their first soccer jersey. The face of the kids was priceless because having their own uniform is something they only dream about.  Aaron and Isaac were able to get involved in the game by serving as flags men and they got a front row view to some of the best youth soccer we have ever seen. Additional teams will play on Tuesday and then on Wednesday the gospel message will be presented prior to the championship game.
God answered our prayers, as we received two of the three missing pieces of luggage and most importantly was Joe’s suitcase. We are thankful that the Lord heard our prayers and we are hopeful that the final bin will arrive soon.
Thank you for your continued prayers for our team.

To know Him and make Him known,
East Africa Missions Team

In 2010 and 2011, Believers World Outreach is offering an opportunity for you to reach beyond your borders during your holidays.

Beyond the borders of tradition.Beyond the borders of “same old.” Venture out to help those in desperate need with the love of Jesus during your holiday.

You can choose from five different trips in three different countries over  Christmas,  Spring and Summer Breaks, all compatible with your work and school commitments.

Believers World Outreach (BWO) believes everyone should have the opportunity to go on a short term mission trip. That’s why our trips are designed for both individuals and groups. Trips made up of individuals from across the US creates a place for God’s people to get to know one another and unite as a team for the cause of Christ. BWO works with Calvary Chapel in each country as a framework to further God’s Kingdom. Your unique blend of gifts, personality and background are utilized in a new way as God uses you to meet peoples physical and spiritual needs.  Lasting friendships are forged from total strangers whose common denominator is a love for Jesus. So whether you are one or one hundred coming from the same church, you will become part of a team providing you with the comfort of knowing you will be taken care of, coordinated wisely and given opportunities to serve Jesus by serving others.

While sacrificing your holidays may be a little intimidating, after all, this is your time off to recuperate, we find it amazing how refreshed people are after a short term mission trip. They may return a bit tired lugging a suitcase full of dirty laundry, but the amount of energy, excitement and sense of eternal investment they take back into their daily lives is worth every bit of the sacrifice.

“When you’ve done it for one of the least of these, you’ve done it to me.”

CHRISTMAS IN BELIZE

Spanish Lookout, Belize: December 27- January 2, 2011

Between Christmas and the New Year celebrate our saviors birth by passing on the love He has shown us. Though breathtakingly beautiful, Belize is a very spiritually dark country. Belize has long been an important trans-shipment link in the chain of drug supply between the producers of South and Central America, creating a deluge in illegal drugs. As always, the children become the victims. Though few orphanages exist, countless children are neglected. Belize is a country that is spiritually malnourished.

We will take part in children’s outreaches, using crafts, sports, snacks, music, & arts to minister to underprivileged children. Share Holiday joy & encouragement with local village pastors & their fellowships. Help with construction on an outreach center.

Bring the gift of hope to a forgotten place this Holiday season.

TEACH someone how to surf AND about Jesus.

COSTA RICA SPRING BREAK

Jaco, Costa Rica: March 19-27, 2011

Not your average Spring Break beach experience, the 2011 Costa Rica trip will have plenty of surf, sand, and sun while we reach across cultural and spiritual borders through soccer clinics, surf lessons, vacation Bible school and cosmetology outreach. We reach people through tangible means while sharing the gospel of Jesus with them. Utilizing these methods as doorways to talk with people and pray for their needs,  it also exposes Costa Ricans to the permanent ministry we’ve teamed up with as an ongoing point of contact and outreach.

This year have an eternally rewarding Spring Break.

GIVE love to the orphaned.

HAITI SPRING BREAK

Caneille, Haiti: March 11-19, 2011

Forget endless hours of crowded beaches and parties most spring breaks are comprised of, the Haiti Spring Break promises endless hours of seeing the joy in peoples eyes as you bring relief and reconstruction to this already poverty stricken country. We use physical relief to open doors for ministry in evangelism and discipleship as we minister through orphanage and children’s outreach, medical, construction,  village ministry.

We know the memories of this trip will far outlast the ones from any other Spring Break you’ve ever had.

If you would like more information or have further questions please don’t hesitate to contact us by going to the contact page or by calling us at 877-641-5100. We are now accepting applications for these trips.  If your ready to GIVE on one of these mission trips you can  go to the application page to begin your holiday adventure.

Please feel free to forward to anyone you think would be interested in a short term mission experience.

May the Lord Bless you!