Short-term Mission Teams 2025

His last command, is our first concern! Yes, the last command of Jesus was to take the gospel to every part of the world so everyone would hear about God's plan of salvation through Jesus Christ. One of the ways we fulfill His command is by sending short-term mission teams around the world.

BIG CREEK MISSIONS (CLOSED)

Mission Description: ​This team is for ALL youth group members and adult leaders/chaperones. You will be serving with Big Creek Missions in Bear Branch, Kentucky, an Appalachian community. Team members will be involved in light construction projects, community services, and children’s ministry.     ** Limited to 50 teens/adults

• ​Travel Dates: July 13 - 19, 2025
• Cost: $450
• Registration Deadline: April 21, 2025
• Team Leader: Seth Gardner (Staff Pastor at Cornerstone Church of Augusta; Director of HeartLink's Youth Boot Camp)
• Required Training Date: April 26, 2025; 9am - 3pm Eastern​

Team member eligibility:

• Students currently in 6th - 12th grade for school year 2024-2025
• Youth group leader
• Parent or adult chaperone

​ Team member requirements

• You have a personal relationship with Jesus.
• You are an active member in your home church.
• You will attend the pre-trip training day.

​Application Fee: Once your application is submitted, you will receive an online payment link to process your $25 application fee.
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​Questions? Email [email protected]

​TRINIDAD (CLOSED)

Mission Description: ​Your primary mission will be to help prepare HeartLink's Global Impact Discipleship Center for the arrival of the first group of students in September 2025. This will involve some heavy lifting of supplies, furniture, and appliances, and carrying them up to the second floor of the building. Pastor Dale and Kathy Bentch, Global Impact directors, will be on-site giving direction. The team will also have opportunities to connect with and participate in activities at HeartLink's two partner churches in Trinidad.

• ​Travel Dates: August 2 - 12, 2025
• Cost: $1900
• Registration Deadline: May 19, 2025
• Team Leader: Marty & Mary Smyser (Cornerstone Church of Marion, MO)
• Required Training: TBA (training dates will be determined in cooperation with team members after registration deadline)

Team member requirements

• You have a personal relationship with Jesus.
• You are an active member of your home church.
• You have a valid passport or are willing to apply for one.
• You will attend the pre-trip training and team meetings.

​Application Fee: Once your application is submitted, you will receive an online payment link to process your $25 application fee.
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​Questions? Email [email protected]​