Mission Trips
Third Church has offered various mission trips for students, adults and families. Perhaps you are ready to step into a new experience that takes you a little further away from home. Mission trips provide opportunities to meet new people and build relationships outside our state, country or cultural borders. Check out our upcoming trips below.
Madison All Church Mission Trip
We believe that healthy churches are a place where the generations can partner together. That is why Third Church is going to provide two opportunities for all church mission trips to Madison, WI next July. Individuals of all ages and stages are invited to join us! Youthworks will be planning our programming which will be geared towards the young and old serving together and growing in their faith. Participants will have the opportunity to work alongside local social organizations that are already at work doing great things to serve their community. Sorting and packaging at local food banks, working in a community garden, serving at the Salvation Army, or spending time with residents at a senior care are all part of the experience. In the evenings, we will learn more about Madison and engage with the local community. Join us on this adventure as we are sent out as servant-hearted disciples with a passion for Jesus into the world!LOCATION: Madison, Wisconsin
FOR: Individuals/families of all ages
DATES: July 9-12 OR July 13-16, 2017
COST: $130 per person
ONLINE REGISTRATION: Now open
CONTACT INFORMATION: Kathy Ter Louw or Katie Peterson
Milwaukee Mission Trip
6th & 7th grade students will have the opportunity serve at local community centers and visit with elderly residents of Milwaukee. In addition, they will also partner with local social service programs that are making an impact in the community.
LOCATION: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
FOR: 6th & 7th grade students (56 spots)
DATES: July 16-21, 2017
COST: $300 per student
INFORMATION MEETING: Sunday, June 25, for those registered
CONTACT INFORMATION: Brett Wiersma
Registration for this trip is full! To have your name added to the waiting list, please email Myra Van Zee.
Chicago Mission Trip
In June, we will send a group of 8th grade students to do ministry in Chicago. This is a transitional trip for our 8th graders as they move from middle school into high school. Our team will help meet the needs of Chicago’s people by partnering with local ministries that are working with children, the elderly, and those who are homeless. Along with getting to know wonderful community friends, they may have the opportunity to serve at a food pantry, kids’ organization, or at an outdoor educational garden.LOCATION: Chicago, Illinois
FOR: 8th grade students (45 spots)
DATES: June 11-16, 2017
COST: $300 per student
INFORMATION MEETING: Sunday, May 21, for those registered
CONTACT INFORMATION: Brett Wiersma
Leech Lake Mission Trip
The Leech Lake Reservation (Cass Lake) of north central Minnesota is surrounded by the Chippewa National Forest. Cass Lake is the tribal headquarters for the Leech Lake Reservation, which is a part of the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe. Like many Native American communities, the tribe struggles to overcome the pervasive issues of addiction and poverty. Students will serve by helping with yard work or other simple work projects, planning and leading kids programming for children in the community (including Bible lessons, games, crafts and reading) and facilitating sports-based programming for community youth.LOCATION: Leech Lake, Minnesota
FOR: High school students (40 spots)
DATES: July 23-28, 2017
COST: $280 per student
CONTACT INFORMATION: Ali Cranmer
Haiti Mission Trip
Haiti is one of the least-developed countries in the Western Hemisphere and one of the poorest in the world. About 80% of the population lives in poverty, ranking the country second-to-last in the world for that metric. Yet, despite all the economic hardships, there is hope. Through the efforts of Many Hands for Haiti, economic advancements are happening and the love of Christ is evident in the people who choose to follow him. As pastor Kevin has said, Jesus Christ is pouring His spirit out in the 3rd world and this is your chance to follow the hand of God. There will be opportunities for relational ministry, prayer walks through villages, visiting schools, praying and helping in the hospital and helping with feeding programs.LOCATION: Haiti
FOR: High school juniors & seniors (16 spots)
DATES: June 7-16, 2017
COST: $1600 per student
ONLINE APPLICATION: Application process required for acceptance for this trip
CONTACT INFORMATION: Ali Cranmer
Baja, Mexico Mission Trip
Third Church has a long-term relationship with families, an orphanage and a church in La Mision, Mexico on the Baja Peninsula. This year the trip will be made up of men and women who will love, serve and build homes for families in La Mision. It has been wonderful to watch as relationships are built with families, at the orphanage and within the teams.LOCATION: Baja, Mexico
FOR: Adults
DATES: June 16-25, 2017
COST: Approximately $400 per person + airfare
CONTACT INFORMATION: Sam Van Maanen
