Mission Trips
Join us on a Christ’s Hope mission trip to Africa! Short-term mission trips with Christ’s Hope are designed to equip believers while in the process of ministry. Our desire is for individuals to experience the dynamics of the Body of Christ, to expand their vision of the world and to participate in fruitful ministry!
Would you join us?
Things to Keep in Mind While in Africa
– Women often take a subservient role in tribal structures to men
– Direct eye contact between a woman and a man is considered by the man to be an invitation
– It is difficult for African men to apologize – apologizing is perceived to be loss of face or status
– Communication, particularly internet, can be difficult due to availability
– Power availability is limited in some countries at some times – most African countries use DC for electrical appliances (hair dryers, PC’s, etc.). Make sure to get an adapter rated for South Africa
– African’s are Relationship Based which means how one interacts with another is more important than what they are interacting about!
– Society is concerned about feelings first, tasks/task completion second
– Group Oriented Culture – one’s Identity is tied to the group (family, tribe, etc.)
– Africans are not as oriented to the clock as America is (think “Island Time” or “Africa Time”)
– Events themselves more important than time, people are spontaneous and flexible in their approach to life and experiencing the moment more important than saving time
– It is better to overdress than underdress
– Honor people with which you deal – being too casual is insulting
– Use manners
– Respect the rules
– Give attention to appropriate greetings
Mission Trips Inquiry
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Packing List
– Meals
– Bike
– Transportation
– Bottled water (DO NOT DRINK WATER
NOT BOTTLED)
– Mosquito Nets
– Wifi at most places
– Pillows/sheets/towels
– Passport
– Yellow fever card
– Photo copies of Passport, Visas, Yellow Card
– Flight itinerary
– ATM card
– RFH Information Packet
– Emergency contact names/numbers
– Insurance Papers
– Team CYCLEBREAKER T-shirts
– Lightweight, comfortable clothing for everyday wear (plan to re-wear clothing as much as possible)
– Ladies:
– Skirts/dresses (knee to floor length),
– Pants for plane if wanted
– Shorts are okay to wear in hotel rooms
– Undergarments
– One nicer dinner outfit
– Comfortable walking shoes
– Soap, toothpaste, toothbrush
– Toiletries
– Sunscreen
– Malaria Medication/any other medication
– East Africa plug adapter
– Cell phone/charger
– Bible, journal, pens
-Shower shoes
– Swimsuit (one piece)
– Hat
– Lightweight jacket/sweatshirt/rain jacket
– Small towel/washcloth
– Bug repellent
– Febreze
– Small laundry detergent
– Hand wipes/hand sanitizer
– Toilet Paper (just in case, you never know)
– Diarrhea Meds
– Pepto-bismal
– Ibuprofen
– Non-drowsy Dramamine
– Vitamin C Supplement
– Lock for suitcase
– Refillable water bottle
– Power/protein bars
– Instant coffee packets (Starbucks Via)
– Backpack
– Helmet
– Gloves
– Pedals
– Shoes
– Goo
– Energy Bars
– 2 TCB Cycling Kits
– Electronic Devices (bring at your own risk)
– Cell Phones (do not use when car is stopped and windows are open)
– Taking your money in and out of pocket/backpack
– Taking pictures in public (ask first)
– Expensive jewelry/watches
– Short shorts
-Spaghetti strap shirts (unless undershirt)
– Computer
