Team Member Handbook by Jeff Sprecher

MISSION IMPACT

SERVANT TEAMS Dear Servant Team Member, Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re so excited to have you join us in Guatemala for a ministry experience! Thanks for allowing us to serve you as you prepare for this outreach. The Mission Impact Servant Teams Handbook has been designed to provide information that will prepare you for your short-term mission trip to Guatemala. This handbook has been written in such a way that it can be used for either group or individual pre-field training. We are anticipating the Lord will use you in a powerful way during your ministry outreach in Guatemala. The time you spend in preparing your heart to serve and be served will produce a great blessing to you as well as to your other team members. Please take some time to read through this handbook and complete the written exercises. We look forward to seeing you in Guatemala! Sincerely in Christ, Kathy Dostal Servant Teams Director Mission Impact

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Mission Statement I. Getting Started Understanding God’s Plan Why We Go A Good Foundation Prayerful Reflection Goals and Objectives Exploring Personal Values What Are Your Values II. Understanding Culture Coping with Cultural Differences Sources of Stress Personalizing Your Sources of Stress and Suffering Resources for Using Stress and Suffering to Grow Like Christ Understanding a Tolerance for Ambiguity and Change Cultural Tips Remember. . . III. Re-entry Differences… Feelings… Recognizing the Stages of Re-entry Spiritual Restoration Sharing Your Story Your Future in World Evangelism

Appendices 31 34 35 36 38 40 43 44

A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H.

FAQ’s MI Behavioral Norms Servant Team Covenant Travel Documents/Insurance What to Bring Basic Spanish Emergency Contact Information Release of Liability for Minors

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Mission Impact Mission Statement

Mission Impact is an evangelical Christian ministry founded by seasoned missionaries to share the love of Jesus Christ in word and deed to the people of Guatemala. Our call is to rural Guatemalan schools, communities, and churches as well as to our Servant Team participants! Our strategy is that Servant Team members will participate in outreach that will utilize their spiritual gifts and talents while providing relevant ministry to Guatemala.

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I. Getting Started

When we march in mission, we are part of a victory procession. We move out to claim territory for its king. There is nothing pathetic or besieged about the church in mission. She knows who is Lord and who has won the triumph. â&#x20AC;&#x201D;Tim Dearborn

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Understanding God’s Plan for the World From the beginning of time throughout the ages of history, God has been reaching out to all the people of the world. Beginning with God’s promise to Abraham in Genesis 12, we can see that his desire has been to reconcile all of mankind back to himself. The Old Testament can be seen as a model of His character and values, His standards and eternal love, and His strategy for restoring the relationship that He had enjoyed with Adam and Eve in the Garden with all of mankind. It is filled with His Promises and the writers’ attempts to respond to Him. It shows His blessings and his punishments for disobedience. It shows to all the ‘nations’ [cultures] of the world, his unfailing commitment to his chosen people, Israel and His desire to extend that love to them as well. The New Testament begins with accounts of His coming, his ministry ‘in word and deed’ and His call to His disciples to ‘follow him’ in that reconciliation ministry. It continues with his sacrificial death and glorious resurrection that make that reconciliation possible. It concludes with the acts and teaching of His appointed apostles and that wonderful reminder in Rev. 5: 9-10 that He, with his blood, had purchased people for God ‘from every tribe and language and people and nation’ back to himself and that glorious picture in Rev. 7:9-10 of ‘a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, people and language standing before the throne and worshipping the Lamb.

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Why We Go A short-term mission trip is much more than a mere adventure… It is part of fulfilling God’s plan! Why We Go. . . •

We are commanded in Scripture to go (Matthew 28:19-20)

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To encourage our partners in ministry on the field (Romans 1:11-12)

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To confirm one’s calling. You will gain new perspective and will have the opportunity to test your cross-cultural abilities.

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To develop Christian character.

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To be stretched spiritually, culturally, and relationally.

“The fundamental ministry God would have all of us exercise as short-term visitors and servants in another culture is the ministry of affirmation. God invites us to lift up before others’ eyes the ways God is at work among and through them, and all the strengths and gifts they are bringing to their own community. We don’t go to bring treasures. Nor do we go to take them home. Rather, we help discover treasures that are present among the people with whom we serve, and together with them, we praise God for God’s great kindness.” —Short Term Missions Workbook

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A Good Foundation Prayer is the foundation of your trip. Prayer needs to start now; long before you pack your bags and travel. God is willing and able to do far more than we ask or imagine, but we must PRAY. Here are some things to diligently pray about as you prepare your heart for ministry in Guatemala. Pray for. . . • Peace that you are following His will. • Growing faith as you rely on Him to provide financial support. • Wisdom for your team leaders. • Unity of purpose for your team. • Clear vision of God’s plans and for the removal of all distractions. • Opportunities to share your story with those who need Him. • Insight and understanding for the people and culture you will be serving. • Safe travel and smooth planning of all the details. • God to prepare the hearts of the people with whom you will come in contact.

“Ask the Lord of the Harvest, therefore, to send out the laborers into his harvest field.” Mathew 9:38

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Prayerful Reflection Set aside time everyday to reflect on God’s Word and allow Him to fill you with the revelation of who He has created you to be and His heart for every tongue and tribe!. Psalm 67:4

. . .Let the nations be glad. . .

Mathew 6

. . .Giving to the poor and prayer. . .

Mathew 10

. . .the twelve disciples’ instructions and prayer. . .

Mathew 28:19-20 . . .Go and make disciples of all the nations. . . Acts 4:12

. . .And there is salvation in no one else. . .

Romans 1:16

. . .For I am not ashamed of the gospel. . .

Romans 10

. . .The word of faith brings salvation. . .

Romans 10:15

. . .How beautiful are the feet of those who bring the Good News. . .

Galations 5:16-26 . . .The fruit of the Spirit. . . Philippians 2

. . .Be like Christ. . .

1Peter 1:16

. . .Be holy, because I am holy. . .

“Now devote your heart and soul to seeking the Lord your God.” 1 Chronicles 22:19

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Goals and Objectives As you participate in your upcoming short-term mission trip you will have several layers of objectives. There are things that you will want to get out of this experience at the personal level, as part of this team, things you hope to achieve in your new setting and things you anticipate others will expect of you. By exploring, defining and sharing these various objectives, or goals, you and your teammates can help each other to have a more fulfilling and less frustrating experience. In answering the questions below the more honest you can be, the greater will be your sense of joy and the lower your level of disappointment. Personal:

What do you hope to contribute to this experience?

In what areas do you want to grow and be challenged?

What do you want to learn about working closely with others in ministry?

What kind of insight do you hope to come away with spiritually, practically, and culturally?

Team:

How would you describe the objectives of your team?

How can you use and improve your spiritual gifts to help your team?

The people you are going to serve: How would you define what they expect of you and your team?

The people sending you and to whom you will be returning. Family, friends, church?

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Exploring Personal Values Entering a new cultural setting will bring out your real values – what is important to you personally. The reason is that when we enter an unfamiliar place, our automatic response to this different place is to begin to compare and contrast what we are experiencing to our ‘home’ setting. During our initial time in a new culture, our senses are very much alive as we try to figure out how to adapt to our new surroundings. We will notice colors, sounds, smells, taste and touch at a much higher intensity than in our home setting. As we begin to experience these sights and sounds, we will begin to put values on what we are experiencing. If cleanliness is a high value to us, we will notice the dirt around us more. If safety and security are high values, we will be sensitive to people invading our ‘personal space’. Each value that we bring to this short-term missions experience will affect how we act and react during the experience. A few ideas to keep in mind: 1) Understanding your values will affect your enjoyment of the missions experience. If too many of your values are being put under pressure, you will feel that the trip has been unpleasant. However, if some of your values are stretched to accommodate to your new setting, you will feel a sense of personal growth. 2) Understanding your values will affect your relationships with your teammates. Living closely together in a cross-cultural setting brings out each person’s values. One person likes a lot of quiet alone time. You may have another teammate who likes to talk a lot and not be alone. Understanding and discussing values will help build the team and reduce tension. 3) Understanding your values will affect how well you can operate within the values of another culture. If being on time is important to you and you are working in a culture where time is not a high cultural value (e.g. arriving an hour later that the time that was announced) you will adapt much more readily if you understand why you are feeling uncomfortable. One sign that one or more of your values have been stepped on is by noting when you become angry. Generally you can accept the values of others when they do not conflict with yours. However, when you hold a certain value and it is touched, your natural reaction will be anger. Understanding your values and those of your teammates will help make the short-term missions experience much more enjoyable and profitable.

“We not only take our expectations, fears and strengths, we also take our values into crosscultural service. This baggage, which requires no packing, is often the heaviest to carry.” —Tim Dearborn

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What Are Your Values? What is Important to You? Rate each life value with a number between 1 and 5. 1=low value, 5=high value. In this context a “5” would mean this value is very important to your life for you to be at ease and comfortable. A “1” would mean this value is not important to your life ease and comfort. Use the blank spaces at the bottom to fill in other things you value.

LIFE VALUES

At Home

On the Field

Mobility Choices Independence Being part of a team Education Having intimate friendships Close contact with family members Doctrinal Correctness Equality with others Adequate Resources Safety Adventure Effective use of time Hygiene and cleanliness Being influential Recreation Physical touch

“Dearest Lord. . .though you hide yourself behind the unattractive disguise of the irritable, the exacting, and the unreasonable, may I still recognize you and say, Jesus. . . how sweet it is to serve you.” —Daily Prayer of the Missionaries of Charity in Calcutta

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II. Understanding “Culture”

“The unique advantage Christians have in all Cross-cultural encounters is that we enter them across the bridge of Jesus Christ. Jesus has gone before us into the lives and cultures we are entering. He carries us there as we participate in his life through the Holy Spirit. This is what Paul means when he refers to us as the ‘body of Christ’ (1 Cor. 12).” —Tim Dearborn

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Coping with Cultural Differences The word “culture” has many different meanings in English. For some it means the arts and educational preparedness, such as in the sentence, “She is a cultured person.” In missions “culture” means the following: The pattern of behavior of a specific group of people and the values ideas and feelings behind the behavior and the material objects that are used by that group of people. Culture is passed on from one generation to the next generally with change taking place very slowly. An example of this would be in a meal setting. In North America, we may be invited to sit down on chairs around a table, pass around bowls of vegetables and meat and help ourselves, use our forks and knives to eat and use a napkin to wipe off our mouths. In another culture we may be invited to sit on pillows, reach into a common bowl with our fingers to eat a grain mixture and be given a bowl of water to wash our hands afterwards. Culture defines what is appropriate and what is inappropriate. If you were given a bowl to wash your hands and you thought it was to drink from, that would be inappropriate in that culture. Learning to adapt to another culture takes time and a willingness to make mistakes. Case Study (a true life story) Jack had just arrived in the country where he would be working on a short-term missions assignment. He planned to get to know the young people of the community by playing basketball with them. He was proud of his basketball skills and did not think that his lack of knowing the language would be a problem. He started the game in high spirits, but was surprised to find that every time he got the ball and went in for a shot, the referee would blow the whistle, take away the ball and give it to the opposing team. The players, knowing that Jack could not speak the language, tried to explain through hand motions the rules of the game. But Jack could not understand the rule he was violating. Half way through the game he became so frustrated that he picked up his shirt and went home. Why was Jack frustrated? What would you do in a similar situation? In living and working in another culture remember: The rules of the game have been changed… It is up to you to learn the new rules of the game.

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Sources of Stress Being able to diagnose the source of your stress is an important part of finding the resources to use stress for your growth. The following are some of the sources of stress you will face both in your home culture and in a cross-cultural setting. S=SOCIAL T=TEMPERAMENT R=RESOURCE E=ENVIRONMENT S=SICKNESS S=SPIRITUAL Social What is social stress? It is the tension we feel when we’re interacting with other people. When we are comfortable with the people around us we have low stress. When we are nervous about or in conflict with the people around us we have high stress. Some of the factors impacting our social stress level include: o Amount of time you have known the people o The status of the people around you o Your expected role and whether you feel adequate o The mood of the people around you How does this impact Short-Termers? As you enter a new culture or are part of a team that includes strangers, you don’t know the rules of this new social situation. You also don’t really know how they will act and how they expect you to act. In a North American context, people of high and low status interact in only certain settings and with clear rules. In most other settings the rules of that interaction are very different and are discovered only over time. In addition language barriers add an additional layer of social stress. Temperament What is temperament stress? This is the stress created by your temperament. An orderly person will feel stress when their desk is a mess. A person who likes routine will feel stress when they are called upon to make rapid changes. A person who likes a lot of action will feel stress when they are required to be still. Temperament stress is as unique as each individual. How does temperament stress affect Short-Termers? For those who relish change, this is but a new adventure. For those for whom change is less comfortable, this is a major challenge. Temperament impacts things like asking for financial support, eating and sleeping arrangements, working in an unfamiliar setting, meeting many new people, willingness to sound foolish in a new language, witnessing, etc. 15

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Resources What is resource stress? It is the stress created by your feeling either the lack of sufficient resources to accomplish your goals or a lack of control over your resources. Not having enough time, money or energy to accomplish your goals creates resource stress. Also when someone takes away control of your resources you feel stress. An example is having to wait in an immigration office for hours to obtain a visa. In this situation, someone else is in control of your resource: time. Short-Termers can experience resource stress at many levels. Raising the funds needed for the trip, not having the usual resources â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;neededâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; for the anticipated ministry, adjusting to the differences in rhythm and pace of another culture, not being able to complete the building, and a thousand other surprises can cause significant amounts of resource stress. Environmental What is environmental stress? It is the stress created by your response to the environment around you. Heat, smoke, heights, noise, altitude etc. create stress for certain individuals. The weather and climate are a major source of stress for many. For Short-Termers it is important to be aware of the setting(s) where the team will be living, working and visiting. Although most people can cope with some discomfort for a few days or weeks, it is important to avoid putting anyone into a potentially dangerous situation, such as an asthmatic into a city that has significant air pollution. Sickness What is sickness stress? When a person is struggling with illness, they are dealing with stress. Sickness can impact even the most common tasks of life. When a Short-Termer is struggling with illness, the wisdom of their participating on a team should be questioned. This is not a faith issue, it is a stewardship issue. It is important to trust God with our needs. It is equally important to not put God to the test. Spiritual When there is stress in our lives, there is also the possibility that the stress can deeply affect our spiritual life and our relationship with the Lord. Throughout Scripture, we are warned about Satan using our weaknesses to gain a foothold in our lives. Here are a few examples: I Corinthians 7:5 We are urged by Paul to be careful in the area of sex. When there is stress in this area, Satan will look for an opportunity to use it. Matthew 4:2 Jesus was facing the stress of hunger when the tempter came to test Him. Luke 22:54-62 Peter was facing social stress when he denied knowing Jesus.

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Personalizing Your Sources of Stress and Suffering This exercise is designed to assist you in looking at those areas that create stress and/or suffering for you personally. List below. Social 1. 2. 3.

Temperament 1. 2. 3.

Resources 1. 2. 3.

Environmental 1. 2. 3.

Sickness 1. 2. 3.

Spiritual 1. 2. 3.

“The secret is out! It’s not easy to live in another culture, understand another culture, enjoy another culture and communicate Christ in another culture. Even so, it can still be fun-an amazing adventure in dependency on God and seeing God at work in new ways.” —Tim Dearborn

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Resources for Using Stress and Suffering to Grow like Christ A Theology of Personal Suffering

Set your attitude: o Certain stress is intended by God to lead us to maturity. James 1:2-4. o Certain stress is intended by God to cause us to grow in the knowledge of Christ. Phil. 3:10 o Certain stress is intended by God to lead us to depend on him and not ourselves. II Cor. 1:9

Share your feelings: o With God (the Psalms provide a great model for us) o With another who will not minimize your stress o With yourself (reason out loud)

Search out the motives behind the stress: o Do I want to control my world? o Do I want to look good in the eyes of others? o Do I want to possess things of this world? o Do I want to feel good or happy or comfortable . . . ? o Is God not meeting my needs so I will do it myself? (What do the above responses say about my view of God?)

Separate the “God-ordained” stress or suffering from the “self-inflicted” stress on the basis of the above motives. Steadfastly endure “God-ordained” stress and suffering. (Hebrews 12: 1-13) Suffering may be part of your ministry. (II Corinthians 4 and 11:16 ff)

“We do not go into the world with life as an all too vulnerable possession that must be defended. Rather, we go in the Person who is Life and who has triumphed over all that can possibly attempt to inhibit people from experiencing life’s fullness.” —Beyond Duty

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Understanding a “Tolerance for Ambiguity” and Change One of the realities of working in a new cultural setting is that things do not usually go as planned. We can work hard (and should) at making sure that every detail is planned and every possible contingency is covered. But it should be assumed that things will not go exactly as planned. Need to know: Each of us has a different ‘comfort zone’ in the amount of information that we need in order to function well. Some of us feel comfortable with just the basic facts, i.e. what country, what kind of project, when are we going and coming back, and how much will it cost? Others of us need a great deal more information before we feel comfortable, i.e. what will we eat, where we will sleep, what we should pack, etc. The ability to feel comfortable with a limited amount of information is called a “tolerance for ambiguity”. Working in a new cultural setting will either cause us a great deal of tension by not having all the information that we need, or increase our tolerance for ambiguity. The amount of tolerance for ambiguity we have greatly depends on our personality and background and is neither right nor wrong. (Different is neither better nor worse, it’s just plain different.) However, knowing ourselves in this area and sharing this with our teammates is a very important part of making the team function well. Flexibility in change: Beside a need to know information, there is also the area of flexibility to change. Because things seldom work out as expected in cross-cultural experiences, there will need to be a willingness to be flexible to respond to the new situation. Again each of us has a unique personality and background that will influence how we handle the unexpected. For some of us, we will want to know as far in advance as possible to think through the implications of the change. For others of us, it will just take a few moments or seconds to adapt to the change. Again, one way is not right, but knowing yourself and being able to talk about it with the other team members is critical to successful adaptation.

How would you describe your tolerance for ambiguity?

How do you adapt to change in your life?

“How well you understand and can handle a different culture is less important than how well you understand and can handle yourself. Cross-cultural encounters provide opportunities for personal growth. Often we discover things about ourselves that we didn’t know – some which thrill us, thers which dismay us.” —Short Term Missions Workbook

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Cultural Tips for Servant Teams DIFFERENT, NOT BETTER OR WORSE Guatemalans do most tasks by hand and are very skilled and strong. You will see them manually washing clothes, mixing concrete, and hauling wood. Given the premium that our culture puts on using machines to do things efficiently, many people are quick to think of the Guatemalan way of doing things by hand as inferior. Mission Impact asks that volunteers try to be open-minded and not assume that their own way of doing things is necessarily superior - it is just different. We encourage you to learn their methods and to appreciate them. We would, however, appreciate your input if you do see a more efficient way of doing something. If you have a suggestion for how you think some task could be done another way, please talk first to your Mission Impact staff on site before making a suggestion to a Guatemalan. Sometimes what you intend to be a suggestion is understood by a Guatemalan as an order. HANDING OUT TOYS/CANDY We ask that you not hand out items such as candy, balloons, toys, or money to Guatemalan children that you meet. Handing out gifts sets a difficult precedent - the Guatemalans will see visitors as Santa Clause with unlimited wealth and resources to give away. They may become more prone to asking visitors for things, including our staff. Handing out candy is also problematic because of poor dental hygiene. We would, however, be happy for you to bring items down for our staff to distribute in appropriate ways through our schools and other programs. GREETING GUATEMALANS Guatemalans are very relational, friendly, and very formal. They greet each other all the time and will greet you frequently. It is a simple sign of respect to return the greeting. We encourage you to know and use the appropriate greetings and responses. Please review basic Spanish words and phrases and learn some of the most important ones: buenos dias, buenas tardes, buenas noches, mucho gusto, etc. There are culturally appropriate ways of making contact with Guatemalans. For instance, women often greet each other by taking each other's arm at the wrist or just below the elbow. Most men do not do this, but often shake hands. Men and women may shake hands with each other, but are generally conservative as far as physical contact goes. Open arm hugging of a Guatemalan is almost never appropriate for a Servant Team member. Sometimes Guatemalans will give a light kiss on the cheek to someone they know fairly well. If you are unsure about what is appropriate, follow the lead of the Guatemalan you are greeting. When you enter someone's home remember that the yard is considered part of the home. Do not enter without saying "con permisso" and waiting to be invited in.

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GUATEMALANS ARE QUIET PEOPLE Keep in mind that Guatemalans are gentle, quiet people in comparison to North Americans, who have a reputation for being fairly loud and boisterous. When your team is walking through a village or is at a restaurant, you may find that your group talks more loudly and makes more noise than anyone else around. This is okay, but it is something to be aware of. CAMERAS/PHOTOS Guatemalans (except, usually, for children) are much more sensitive about having their picture taken than others may be. Many do not like having their picture taken. Before you take a picture of a Guatemalan, you should ask permission something as simple as "Un photo por favor?" They may ask to be paid in exchange for letting you take their picture. It is up to you whether or not you want to pay them for their photo. Never take photos of the Guatemalan military or security. A good rule of thumb is to develop relationship before snapping your picture. Often times if you offer to get in the picture it is a sign that you value them and would be honored to have your picture taken with them. Do not promise to send photos if you may not be able to follow through - they will take your word and anxiously await copies of photos that you promise to them. They love receiving pictures, so if you offer to send copies please follow through on your promise. FLEXIBILITY AND OPEN-MINDEDNESS If you have forgotten everything else, the most important thing to remember is to have a flexible attitude and an open mind and heart. The pace in Guatemala is different and more relaxed than our rushed, time conscious pace of life. If your driver is late to pick you up from the village where you have spent the day don't get frustrated but think instead about enjoying the beautiful scenery, playing with the children, and learning about Guatemala and her people. FREE TIME You will have a number of hours after your work day to rest, shower, interact with other team members, journal, enjoy the patio, etc. While staying at the Missionary Guest House in San Pedro el Alto you may want to take a leisurely walk to the neighborhood â&#x20AC;&#x153;tiendaâ&#x20AC;? for a Coke to enjoy the local color! You will be asked to sign out on a daily log with a description of your destination and to have your neighborhood stroll prior to the dinner hour. You will be required to go in groups of three with at least one being a male. After dinner there will be some evenings where the team will go as a group to Antigua for Ice Cream and/or internet access. On the last day of the outreach there will be time for shopping in Antigua. During family stays in the villages, if you would like an evening walk in your community, you may do so in pairs, with a member of your Guatemalan host family. Mission Impact reserves the right to send team participants home at their own expense if they disregard this directive.

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Remember . . . • • • • • • • • • • •

Walk with humility. Practice flexibility. Feelings of frustration, irritation, tension, impatience, embarrassment, and confusion, are inevitable. The most important thing is how you respond. Think about how Christ wants us to respond when these situations arise. Live as a student. Culture is neutral when viewed from a Christian view. Always respect others and act as a servant. Have a willing heart to submit and try new things. You are are a quest – your host culture is not your home. Ask questions, and try to understand the culture and customs. Be honest about your feelings, and discuss them with your team. Remember that God can use our discomfort about cultural differences as a way of stretching us and giving us a larger view of Him and His world.

Poverty. . . • Your team may see extreme poverty. • Your group will see unsanitary living conditions, unpaved streets, and many homes may have animals living where children play. • Many of the people you will meet have no idea where their next meal will come from. • You will see children and families without access to adequate water, sanitation, education, and medical care. • Be very cautious of taking photos of people in poverty. Build relationship with people first, then ask their permission to take their picture. It is usually good not to bring cameras out on the first day.

What Not To Do. . . • Assume that the American way is the “right way”. • Assume that people can’t understand English. • Complain. • Flaunt or discuss your money or your possessions. • Make promises you can’t keep.

To be effective in ministry we should move from judgment-passing to diversityembracing. Here are some tips that will help you maintain a focus on God and the people you are going to serve. • • • • •

Make time for a “quiet time”. Be relationship-oriented instead of task-oriented. Be flexible. Share God’s love. Pray often for eyes to see the people as God sees them.

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III. Re-entry

â&#x20AC;&#x153;It is one thing to go on a trip and have a great time. Many do. But it is quite another to go on a trip and allow the experience to change you and the world in which you live. The process of responding is an ongoing one that requires you to make decisions day by day. It requires ongoing action. Your trip only began a process. The process is not finished.â&#x20AC;? Chris Eaton/Kim Hurst

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Differences... Coming home from the mission field opens your eyes to the fact that your life as you knew it is very different from what you have been experiencing while on your trip. Being aware of the changes can help you get through the re-entry time and adjust back to life in your culture. YOU WILL BE MOVING FROM: o Daily focusing on the spiritual to daily focusing on the practical matters. o Being daily surrounded with Christian encouragement and fellowship to deriving your fellowship and encouragement solely from church services. o Having a specific, driven goal to perhaps having no goals at all. o Seeing devastating poverty to experiencing seemingly overwhelming wealth and selfishness. o Being someone important and needed in the culture you were serving to not feeling as if you are important at all. o Serving with people who share your world perspective to being with people who may not care much for people outside their own circle.

Feelings… You will begin to experience many feelings. The following suggestions are provided to assist in your re-adjustments. o Be prepared for grief. You will miss the people and experiences. o You may tend to be judgmental about the American culture and materialism. It is not up to us to determine other people's convictions. Pray and make practical changes in your own lifestyle. o Remember as you share with your family and friends that they have had different life experiences while you were away. They may not be as excited as you expect them to be. Be patient as you share with them. o Prepare for the innumerable times you will be asked, “So, how was your trip?” by thinking of specific stories or examples to share. o Remember to thank the people who made it possible for you to go on your trip. Send follow-up letters to let them know everything that God did on the trip and how their support made a difference in your life and in the lives of those you were able to reach. o Be cautious in reporting 'negative' elements of the trip. 24

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o Review your journal from time to time to continue processing the growth that began on the trip. o Be excited that you spent time making a difference in the lives of others. Be confident that you are able to personally deliver God's never-ending hope and love to others. o Be confident in Jesus who made it all possible. o De-brief during and after the trip. o Identify your areas of growth. o Build rest into your schedule.

Recognizing the Stages of Re-entry STAGE 1: FUN This stage is marked by excitement and enthusiasm for being home. You are happy to be sleeping in your own bed and eating with the friends and family that you missed. STAGE 2: FLIGHT This stage is marked by constant daydreaming and desires to be back in the foreign culture. Your mind wanders back to the things that happened on your trip and you remember how incredible it was to be there. STAGE 3: FIGHT This stage is marked with low points and frustration. If you are in the fight stage, you don't want to be home anymore. You feel like no one understands and you want to try and alienate yourself from your friends and family. STAGE 4: FIT This is the final stage of re-entry. It is marked by a desire to do what you need to in your daily routines balanced with a new world perspective. You have learned to re-adjust to your environment and get back into the way that your life works here at home, but with a better view of how life works outside your home.

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Spiritual Restoration Upon returning home from a short-term missions trip, you will need to be aware of the changes that can take place in the spiritual realm. Here are some of the areas to be aware of: A clearer awareness of how material things can dull the spiritual sharpness of people. If your team has served in a developing nation, you may become angry or depressed at how people in your home country take for granted all the blessings they have received. On your short-term trip you will probably have seen Christians who have enjoyed a life with very little material wealth. Don’t lose the insight that you have gained that “a man’s life does not consist of the things he possesses”. Most people who have not lived out of their comfortable lifestyle in North America will not have this perspective. A frustration in wanting to help the people you have visited by giving material things. A desire to help the people you have visited is a natural response. Others who have not been on the trip may not have the same sensitivity. Also short-term material help received by a national, may foster inappropriate long-term expectations that cause more harm than good. Think through and build a plan that will have longterm positive results in helping the people you visited. This will help channel into action some of the frustrations you are now feeling. A sharper awareness that “we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this world, against spiritual wickedness in high places.” (Eph. 6:10). Maybe some of you who have been on a short-term missions trip will have come in contact with more overt manifestations of this spiritual battle. If, after returning from the trip, you notice a heaviness in your spirit over a long period of time, it may not be just sorrow or frustration as mentioned above. It may be a manifestation of that spiritual conflict. Have you been in an area where there has been a lot of demonic activity? Have you brought home curios that have been part of a pagan worship ceremony? If you suspect that there is more going on than just natural spiritual/emotional reaction to cultural change, find someone who understands these issues and can help you deal with each of these different possibilities.

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Sharing your Story When, Where, How, and with Whom? Reporting or Unpacking Returning home, you will want to share your story with others. Some of this sharing will be for them, some of it will be focused on helping you to process what God has done in you during your time away. The sharing ‘for them’ can be called reporting and we see numerous examples of this in the Scriptures. The sharing ‘for you’ is really unpacking and can be of great assistance in sorting out the issues that may be tangled and still swirling inside you - especially if you, like the majority of the United States population, are an extrovert who processes best in dialogue. Reporting As the disciples did when they returned to Jesus after first ‘short-term ministry trip’ or Paul, as he returned to Antioch, it is important to share your story with people. There are several reasons for this. 1) Those that have supported you in prayer and financially, need to see the return on their investment. 2) There are close friends with whom you will want to share your experience - for both their encouragement and to pray for you and help you sort out ways in which this experience should impact your life long-term. 3) In addition, there will be others who will ask how your trip was - but without any real deep interest. Thus, as you prepare to share your experience, it will be good to be ready to answer the question “How was your trip?” with either a ‘30 second answer”, a “3 minute answer”, a “30 minute answer” or for a very few a “30 hour answer”. The “30 - second answer” is what most people will want, with their underlying thought being, “I hope you’re O.K. and have not brought home anything that you want to infect me with.” This can be turned into a hook such as “It was a great trip to a very difficult place - or - I saw God at work in wonderful ways. Let me know if you want to hear more.” For many of your supporters and most of your friends, your sharing of stories mostly positive - is what they want to hear. Thus, the “3 minute answer” or “brief report”, is what will satisfy their level of individual interest. Some may desire the “30 minute report” - including souvenirs, pictures, slides and/or video; especially if they have been praying regularly for you during both your preparation and while you were on the trip. When there is a sufficiently large group of these, it is good to set up a meeting to share it with them and to invite them to pray for God’s continued work and direction in your life. Unpacking With only a very few will you want to share your full story, including the fragmentary impressions, the contradictory or ‘paradoxical’ feelings and thoughts, and all the unanswered questions. If so, they may be able to help you sort them into three categories of a) issues to be dealt with now, b) issues for further processing over the coming weeks and months, and c) issues that need to be given to Jesus - and not taken back without further nudging from Him. 27

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How to Tell Your Story in a Group Setting Re-entry has great potential for changing lives - yours and those around you. Arrange for settings where you can tell your story - youth groups, Sunday school, churches, home fellowships, prayer groups, civic groups, other churches. Jesus Himself gives us advice on how to do this: As Jesus was getting into the boat, the man who had been demon-possessed begged to go with him. Jesus did not let him, but said, "Go home to your family and tell them how much the Lord has done for you, and how he has had mercy on you." So the man went away and began to tell in the Decapolis how much Jesus had done for him. And all the people were amazed Mark 5: 18-20 o Share from what you recorded in your journal or what you recorded in your evaluation form. Be careful not to preach or talk “down” to your audience. Be more than a tour guide. . . focus on people and stories that touched your heart. . .they will touch the heart of your listeners, too. Talk about real people by using their name. Be prepared by writing out what you are going to share and practice ahead of time. o Use an object or appropriate facial expressions to illustrate your point. Speak so all can hear! If using Power Point or slides make sure you have good sharp slides that are edited. Avoid details that are not of a general interest. Use details that your listener can visualize: sounds, smells, feelings, etc. Be honest. o Develop an interesting OPENING STATEMENT. Perhaps it would be a question like "Have you ever wondered what it would be like to communicate with someone who doesn't know your language?” Stress the needs and opportunities that still remain on the field. Be thankful and enthusiastic. Conclude with two or three specific results of how your life has been changed and remember to give God all the Glory (2 Cor. 4:7; Luke 10: 17-20; Luke 17:7-10)! Finally, encourage interaction by giving your audience the chance to answer questions. Allow about 7 minutes. o STOP ON TIME! Americans are much more conscious of time than many foreign countries. Practice! Practice! Practice!

“We can use our experience to touch the hearts of others and move them to a deeper commitment to missions. Chal1enge people to get in on the tremendous opportunity to invest in the Lord's work around the world.” unknown

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Your Future in World Evangelization

‘Whether’ or ‘Where’? Okay, you’ve done the Short Term Missions Trip thing, what’s next? Wait a minute; is it an event to be checked off your list or something with long-term implications? Is it, as one person said, ‘You’re into missions? I’m into choir.’ The basic question is whether world evangelization is an optional extra in the life of a believer, or the main event that requires the involvement of every Christian. Having been on a Short-Term Missions trip you have been exposed, in a whole new way, to ‘God’s World’, a world where we cannot just close our eyes or walk away, ignoring the realities of pain, unrelieved suffering, overwhelming need, and death without hope. Jesus said ‘Follow me’, not ‘I did all the work so that you can enjoy all the benefits without any effort’. His path led him to the Cross and then to that glorious scene described in Revelation 7:9 surrounded by worshippers from every tribe and language and culture and country. Only God knows where your following will lead. But since Jesus, in describing his purpose for coming, said to Nicodemus, “For God so loved the world, that he gave his one and only Son,” that puts world evangelization at the center of His concern and thus at the center of our lives as followers. His calling to each of us, then, is to find the special place(s) where God wants to use our unique set of gifts, abilities, experience and skills to help build his global kingdom. Thus the question is not...

“Do you want to use me in missions?”

BUT “Where do you want to use me in missions?”

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Clarifying Your Call

One of the most discussed issues in missions is in the area of “the call.” The goal of this exercise is to help you reflect on God’s call to you. The first list describes a variety of methods that God used in the Scriptures to lead people into specific ministries. The second list includes passages of Scripture referring to incidents in which people were called. Read the passages of scripture and list the way, or ways, that God used in preparing or placing people into specific ministries. Then reflect on the things that you have learned about yourself and write down your questions or answers that relate to his calling to you.

a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i. j. k.

Giftedness to do the task at hand. Go along with her husband. Divine vision or dream. Circumstances seemed right. Try it out. Open door of successful ministry. No other way to turn Direct command of Scripture. Appointment by those in authority. Strong desire to reach a people group. Strong desire to preach where Gospel is not known.

____ I Corinthians 9:5

____ I Corinthians 12:12-31

____ Acts 9:1-9

____ Acts 16:1-5

____ I Corinthians 16:8

____ Acts 16:6-10

____ Romans 15:20-23

____ Acts 15:36-41

____ Acts 12:25 and 15:36-41

____ Acts 13:1-3

____ Matthew 28:16-20

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Appendix A Frequently Asked Questions Who can minister with Mission Impact in Guatemala? Mission Impact accepts teams of various ages and giftings. Mission Impact believes that children, students of all levels, career folks, and retirees can greatly impact the people and church of Guatemala as well as grow in their personal relationship with Christ. What will an outreach to Guatemala cost? A Servant Team outreach to Guatemala, per participant, can vary between $285.00 -$485.00 plus airfare and travel insurance. The lower cost is for construction teams who in addition to their individual fee contribute a $6000 project cost. The higher rate is for teams who choose other areas of ministry with Mission Impact A typical outreach is eight days long. If a Servant Team desires a 12 day outreach the price, per participant, is $695.00 plus airfare and travel insurance. Do Servant Team Leaders pay fees? Yes, Servant Team leaders pay the same as other team participants. Are there any “out of pocket” expenses during an outreach in Guatemala? Out of pocket expenses include an airport security departure tax of $3.00, two meals in Antiguan restaurants totaling approximately $15.00 and spending money (depending on the individual) of $50.00 - $75.00 What documents do I need to travel to Guatemala? To enter the country of Guatemala one needs a valid passport. Please see Appendix A for information on obtaining a passport. Are travel arrangements to Guatemala made through the Mission Impact office? Each Servant Team is responsible for booking and payment of their team’s airline tickets, travel insurance, and obtaining travel documents (passport). Do I need special immunizations to minister in Guatemala? Mission Impact requires all Servant Team participants to have an updated tetanus shot (DPT). Other recommended immunizations include, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, and Typhoid. To obtain these immunizations please contact your local Health Department in sufficient time to acquire the complete series. What kind of medical care is available in Guatemala? There are two small private hospitals in Antigua that can adequately cover most situations that arise. Mission Impact has long standing relationships with several Guatemalan physicians in the Antigua area. If a team member is in need of trauma care or specialized emergency care they would be transported, by Ambulance, to Guatemala City, a 50 minute trip. Guatemala City has several very good hospitals and many well trained physicians. Good dental care is also available in Antigua as well as equipped pharmacies.

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What is the weather like in Guatemala? Guatemala has two seasons: dry and rainy. Dry season is from November through April. Rainy season is from May through October. Temperatures are cool at night and warm during the day, depending on the altitude of your ministry site. Temperatures range from 45F to 80F from November through February and 60F to 90F March through October. There is a description of appropriate clothing to bring in Appendix E. Who will I be working with and what will I be doing? Servant Team participants will work with at least one of the Mission Impact full-time missionaries who have a long-term commitment to the communities in which they work. Servant Teams, depending on their gifts and ministry goals, will work in one of the following areas: Christian education, community health and nutrition, youth ministry and evangelism, construction, service projects, and medical/dental clinics. What will a daily schedule look like? An average day begins with worship and devotions at 7am followed by a hearty breakfast. Teams depart the mission house by 8:30a.m., spend approximately six hours at the ministry site, and arrive back to the mission house by 4:00 p.m. A Guatemalan dinner is served at 6pm. Evening programs include local speakers discussing current issues and needs in Guatemala, lively dialogue, team sharing and de-briefing, and free time for relaxation and reflection. One morning is spent visiting other ministries in the Antigua area to impart vision for what God is doing in Guatemala. Weekends include some sight seeing and shopping in the Antigua area as well as worshipping in a local church. Do I need to speak Spanish if I am going to minister in Guatemala? A Servant Team participant does not need to speak Spanish to minister the love of Christ in Guatemala! Team members will work alongside bi-lingual staff where translation is available. Mission Impact does encourage pre-field language practice simply to make the experience in Guatemala more enjoyable. See Appendix F for Basic Spanish Vocabulary. Where will Servant Teams be housed? Mission Impact offers a variety of housing situations. Servant Teams have the option to stay the entire outreach in a mission house or with families from the community in which they serve. Depending on the time of year, Mission Impact utilizes two mission houses located in San Pedro El Alto, a quiet residential area 10 minutes from the center of Antigua, Guatemala. Dormitory style rooms, bathrooms with hot water, common eating areas, and beautiful gardens and patios are but a few of the pleasant features of the San Pedro houses. Family stays are available from one night to several nights, depending on the desires of the team. Families are chosen based on their involvement and commitment to Mission Impact ministry projects as well as Mission Impact standards.

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How and where are meals prepared for Servant Teams? Servant Teams eat all meals at the San Pedro mission house with the exception of one lunch and one dinner in Antigua restaurants. Breakfast and dinner are hot meals prepared in a clean kitchen by an experienced cook. Every precaution is taken to insure that fresh fruits and vegetables are washed appropriately and prepared with the health of our North American team members in mind. A sack lunch is prepared each day in the mission house kitchen. When team members stay with families they will eat meals with the family. Host families have been instructed in proper food preparation. Is Guatemala a safe place to travel to and minister in? Guatemala, like all Central American countries, is plagued by varying degrees of crime. Depending on location and circumstance, tourists can be targeted for robbery and assault. However, Servant Teams with Mission Impact are at a very low risk for these types of crimes. Teams minister in communities with Mission Impact missionaries who are respected and welcomed in their communities. Team members enjoy building relationship with nationals in a non-threatening environment. All transportation is either provided by or contracted by Mission Impact. Mission Impact does not engage in any tourist travel outside of the Antigua area unless specifically requested by team leaders. Team housing is located in a quiet residential area with full time care takers present on the property. During field orientation Servant Teams are briefed as to common sense practices regarding safety issues.

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APPENDIX B Behavioral Norms for Servant Teams

REPRESENTATIVES As a Mission Impact participant, you will be representing Mission Impact, the Christian Community at large, and your country. Mission Impact missionaries have a very strong and positive reputation in their Guatemalan communities which, by Godâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s grace, they have labored to earn. We ask that you be as caring, respectful, polite, and as level-headed as possible while you are in Guatemala - both at Mission Impact ministry sites and while traveling

DRINKING/SMOKING Smoking and drinking must be handled sensitively due to cultural differences. Alcoholism is an immense problem in Guatemala. The concept of social drinking does not exist as it does in the United States and elsewhere, so most Guatemalans assume that drinking alcohol indicates a desire to get drunk. Team participants should refrain from discussing drinking or joking about having a beer after work - even in English - as it can be misinterpreted. Mission Impact does not allow drinking of alcoholic beverages among its Servant Team members and reserves the right to send team participants home at their own expense if they disregard this directive. Smoking is a habit that the impoverished families we work with cannot afford and it sets a bad example. Mission Impact does not allow smoking among its Servant Team members. Mission Impact reserves the right to send team participants home at their own expense if they disregard this directive.

SEXUAL ACTIVITY Mission Impact does not allow any flirting or inappropriate sexual activity among its team members or intended toward Guatemalan nationals or Mission Impact staff. Mission Impact reserves the right to send team participants home at their own expense if they disregard this directive.

POSSESSION OR USE OF ILLEGAL DRUGS OR FIREARMS Mission Impact does not allow the possession or use of illegal drugs or firearms. Mission Impact reserves the right to send tam participants home at their own expense if they disregard this directive.

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Appendix C Team Covenant • Model Jesus in behavior and attitude. Team members are representing Mission Impact, their home church, and above all the Kingdom of God. • Attend all weekly team meetings before the trip as well as follow-up meetings. Complete all training materials and prepare spiritually. • Participate in all team fundraising activities. • Respect the team leader (s) and his or her decisions. All team participants must work under the supervision of the team leaders and missionary host. Members should give practical and spiritual support and encouragement to their leaders. Working as a team is a necessity. • Participate in all scheduled meetings, ministry times, and activities in Guatemala. • Develop and maintain a servant’s attitude toward all nationals, Mission Impact field missionaries, and your teammates. • Be flexible with scheduling, changes, and roles assigned. • Commit to resolve, in a Biblical way, any conflict that arises. • Remember that you have come to learn as well as teach. Resist the temptation to inform your host about “how we do things.” • Respect the host view of Christianity, recognizing that Christianity has many faces throughout the world, and that one of the purposes of this outreach is to experience faith lived out in a new setting. • Refrain from complaining. Travel can present numerous unexpected and undesired circumstances, but the rewards of conquering such circumstances are innumerable. Try being creative and supportive. • Be committed to the standards of God’s word and Mission Impact. This includes refraining from using profanity, tobacco, non-prescription drugs, and the consumption of alcoholic beverages while on this trip. • Not to be exclusive in relationships. If your boyfriend/girlfriend or spouse is on the team, make every effort to interact with all members of the team. If you are attracted to a teammate, do not attempt to pursue a relationship until after you return home. • The team will travel together. There will be no late arrivals or early departures. • You can be sent home at your own expense if you do not adhere to these guidelines or if your team leader believes it is in the best interest of the team.

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Appendix D Travel Documents Tips for Obtaining a Passport o Apply months in advance. December through March is the busiest time of the year, so plan ahead. o Call ahead or consult the U.S. Department of State website www.state.gov, to find out what identification and documents are required. The site also lists passport centers in your area. o Download application form off of the State Department website, or pick up a copy at a city clerk office, county licensing center, post office or other application center in advance. The form is long, and some questions may require some research. o Try to choose an application center that takes passport photos. Clerks say many of the passport photos from private shops do not meet federal standards. o Don't wait until the last minute - expedited service costs an extra $60.00, on top of the standard $85.00 fee. Renewing a passport will now cost $55.00. And if you're in a real rush, overnight mailing service may cost another $25.00. If you can wait at least five days to get a passport, go through a passport center rather than a private company, which will charge as much as $150.00 on top of all the government fees. o If you are trying to get a passport in a hurry, be sure to have your plane tickets or itinerary handy - you'll probably need to show them. o If it seems like your passport is taking an extra long time to arrive, try calling the center where you applied rather than the toll number for the National Passport Center. Some local offices are willing to look into the problem on your behalf, so you don't have to pay the phone fees (up to $1.00/min). o Keep your expired passport; turning it in makes the renewal process easier. o Make three copies of your passport. Leave a copy in the U.S. with a family member or Team Representative from your church. The team leader should carry a copy of your passport to Guatemala and you should carry a copy separate from your original passport.

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Tips on Getting Travel Insurance All team participants are required to have International Health Insurance coverage. Your current health policy may have overseas coverage. Be sure to read the fine print. When investigating appropriate coverage some of the questions to ask are these: Does the policy cover air ambulance services? This service out of Guatemala City currently runs around $25,000.00. Do they cover treatment of preexisting conditions? How do they guarantee payment to the Guatemalan Hospitals and Doctors i.e. do they wire money, do you have to use your credit card and wait for re-imbursement etc.?

International Health Insurance Provider Mission Impact can recommend The Overseas Travelers Protection Plan for your travel insurance. Team members can apply individually or as a group. The coverage listed as LOW should be adequate coverage for your team members. You or your team leader can call 1-800-474-2601 for more information. If you are traveling to Guatemala with a team your team can register as a group.

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Appendix E Mission Impact Packing List

Personal Items Checklist ITEM

ITEM

A servant's attitude

Toothbrush/paste/floss

A positive, flexible spirit

Razor/shaving cream

Passport

Soap

Bible

Shampoo and other hair care products

Notebook for journal/pens

Deodorant (please!)

Flashlight/extra batteries

Feminine hygiene items

Sunglasses/visor/hat

Towel/washcloth

Folding umbrella

Shower thongs

Rain Coat

Items for contact lenses

Cheap watch

Extra glasses if you wear contacts

Camera/film/batteries

Insect repellent/lotion

Water bottle with twist off lid

Purell (hand sanitizer) or Hand Wipes

Ear plugs

Sunscreen, sunburn remedies

Fanny pack or small back pack

Top and bottom sheets and pillow case

Travel alarm

Personal snacks

Kleenex travel packs

Spending money (for souvenirs, gifts, ice cream, etc.)

Photos of your family, city, and

Personal medicines: consider vitamins,

country (if you plan to stay with a

allergy tabs, Caladryl lotion,

host family)

aspirin/Tylenol, and diarrhea medicine

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Clothing The following is applicable for work-related teams: T-shirts, cotton-socks, bandannas, work boots, tennis shoes, a couple of pairs of work pants, and leather work gloves. Women may wear work jeans for work related projects. Bring comfortable travel clothes and one or two nice (not too extravagant) outfits for church or eating out. A sweater, light weight jacket, or sweatshirt will be needed for the evenings. Other ministry sites: If any women on the team will be working in schools or clinics loose fitting skirts or dresses, below the knee, are appropriate. Remember, in those things that you bring, including clothes, that you are going to work with the poor. Avoid the extravagant. Please do not bring the following items: o Low-rider Capri’s, jeans, or skirts o Tank tops of any kind or spaghetti strap tops. All tops are to fully cover the waistline or be tucked in. (Knee length shorts are acceptable for shopping in Antigua or for relaxing at the retreat house.) o Military clothing o Valuable jewelry or watches o Drivers license or other cards or documents in the chance that your purse or wallet is stolen. **If team members are dressed inappropriately they will be asked by team leaders or MI staff to change.

Money/Valuables o “GOOD” MONEY: Bring clean, new currency in small denominations since the banks do not like to exchange old or torn dollars. o CARRY WITH YOU: Be sure to pack your passport, money, prescription medication and other hard to replace items or valuables in your carry on.

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Appendix F Basic Spanish Vocabulary

Spanish pronunciation is basically as written, with the following exceptions: a:ah e:a h: (silent) i:e j:h ll:y n:nya q:k rr:rolled r u:oo v:b x:sh

example: adios (goodbye) is pronounced “ah-deeos” example: Que? (what) is pronounced “k” example: hola (hello) is pronounced “olah” example: aqui (here) is pronounced “a-kee” example: rojo (red) is pronounced “ro-ho” example: me llamo (my name is) is pronounced “may yamo” example: bano (bathroom) is pronounced “ba-nyo” example: pequeno (small) is pronounced “pa-kay-nyo” example: pero (but) is pronounced as you see it, but perro (dog) requires you to roll your tongue example: azul (blue) is pronounced “ah-zool” example: verde (green) is pronounced “ber-day” example: Xela is pronounced “shay-la”

NUMBERS ENGLISH 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15

SPANISH Uno Dos Tres Cuatro Cinco Seis Siete Ocho Nueve Diez Once Doce Trece Catorce Quince

ENGLISH 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100

SPANISH Dieciseis Diecisiete Dieciocho Diecinueve Veinte Veintiuno Veintidos etc. etc. Treinta Cuarenta Cincuenta Sesenta Setenta Ochenta Noventa Cien

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BASIC PHRASES ENGLISH Yes No I speak Spanish Good morning Good afternoon Good night Hello

SPANISH Si No Hablo Espanol Buenos dias Buenas tardes Buenas noches Hola

Goodbye Please Thank You

Adios Por Favor Gracias

You’re welcome Excuse me Excuse me (passing) What is your name? My name is Fine Thank You Goodbye (formal) Please to meet you

De nada Disculpe Con permiso Como se llama? Me llamo. . . Bien Gracias Que le vaya bien Mucho gusto

How do you say. . .? Can you give me. .? Can you please help me? I am hungry I am thirsty I am hot/cold I am tired

Como se dice? Puede darme. .? Me ayuda, por favor? Tengo hambre Tengo sed Tengo calor/frio Estoy cansado/a

ENGLISH Where is…? I am lost I want… The check please I think. . I need. . How much does this cost? More Less Are there? Is there? There is See you later What? When? Where? How much? How many? Why? Do you speak English? I understand I don’t understand

SPANISH Donde esta. . ? Me he perdido/a Yo quirero La cuenta por favor Yo pienso. . Yo necesito. . Cuanto Cuesta?

ENGLISH The car Big/small Early/late Cheap/expensive Easy/difficult Open/close Good/bad

SPANISH El carro Grande/pequeno Temprano/tarde Barato/caro Facil/dificil Abierto/cerrado Bueno/malo

Mas Menos Hay. . .pronounced “I” Hasta luego Que? Cuando? Donde? Cuanto? Cuantos? Por que? Habla Ingles? Comprendo No Comprendo

BASIC VOCABULARY ENGLISH The hotel The project The restaurant The bathroom Ladies Gentlemen The check Above/below With And,or Nothing Also Here/there Now/later

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FAMILY ENGLISH Mother/Father Son/Daughter Uncle/Aunt Grandfather/Grandmother Child Baby Brother/Sister Cousin Husband/Wife Friend Godparent

SPANISH Madre/Padre Hijo/a Tio/a Abuelo/a Niño/a Bebe Hermano/a Primo/a Esposo/a Amigo/a Padrino

CONSTRUCTION ENGLISH Box Wood House Roof Floor Warehouse Hammer Nail Saw Corrugated roofing Door Window Bricklayer Worker Shovel Sand Cement Cement mixer Wheelbarrow

SPANISH La caja La madera La casa El techo El suelo La bodega El martillo El clavo El serrucho La lamina La puerta La ventana El albañil El ayudante La pala La arena El cemento La mezcladora de cemento La carreta

COLORS ENGLISH Red Green Blue Black White Brown

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Appendix G Emergency Contact Information

In case of an emergency your family may contact the following Mission Impact Staff: George or Kathy Dostal Mission Impact Servant Teams Directors Colorado Office 1-800-392-5020 teaminfo@missionimpact.com Jeff Sprecher Mission Impact Field Director Antigua, Guatemala 011-502-7832-7534 Cell 011-502-5292-4211 jeff@missionimpact.com Susan Blount Mission Impact Communications Director Vassalboro, Maine 207-872-2015 American Embassy Guatemala 011-502-2326-4000 Your team members will have access to a team cell phone to make calls from Guatemala.

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Appendix H Release of Liability for Minors

I ___________________________________ as parent or legal guardian of (name of minor) ____________________________________ give my permission for (name of minor) ____________________________________ to participate in the outreach to Guatemala from (dates) ____________ to ____________, sponsored by ______________________ Church/organization and hosted by Mission Impact in Guatemala, CA. In signing this form, I agree not to hold Mission Impact, its officers, employees, or other agents liable for any injury, loss, damage, or accident that (name of minor) __________________________________ might encounter while on this mission trip. I realize and acknowledge that participation on this trip to Guatemala includes many risks and possible dangers. I am well aware that travel to such a foreign country exposes (name of minor) __________________________________ to such risks as accidents, disease, war, political unrest, injury from construction projects, and other calamities. I hereby assume any such risks that might result from this trip and I unconditionally release Mission Impact, its officers, employees, or other agents blameless for any liability concerning the personal health and well being of (name of minor) ________________________, or any liability for his/her personal property that might be lost, damaged, or stolen while on this mission trip. I have carefully read the foregoing and I understand that my signature herein holds Mission Impact and other agents harmless for any liability for injury, damage, loss, accident, delay, or irregularity in schedule.

Signed ____________________________________ Date __________________

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