Course: Leading a Successful Mission Trip

Course Summary:

Missions are a very important undertaking for many people. And as with other ministries, having good leaders for this endeavor is important for success. Leading a mission trip means you will take on many roles and responsibilities, including those of being a guide, liaison, service leader, fund raiser, coordinator, and all-around “go-to” person. This 45-minute, two-module course will help you inspire and lead a team on a successful mission trip. This course also includes printable travel checklists.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify desirable leadership traits necessary to lead others
• Learn more about roles, responsibilities, and logistics you’ll need to manage as a team leader
• Know what’s involved in choosing a location and type of mission
• Learn about organizing team meetings, necessary training, and distributing information to your team
• Manage and communicate appropriate interactions and security concerns
• Set reasonable expectations, and know more about making the mission trip experience meaningful for those being served, your team, and yourself

Key Topics Include:

• What Makes a Good Leader?
• Mission Trip Leader Responsibilities
• Types of Mission Trips: Outreach, Care Package, Medical, Construction, Disaster Relief, Practical Skills Training, Family Ministry, and Family Mission Trips
• Your Mission Trip Budget and Scheduling Payments Destinations
• Training and Preparation: Physical, Emotional, Informational, Spiritual, and Financial
• Raising Funds and Gathering Materials
• Departure Checklist, Traveling Safely, and Rules of Engagement
• Your Team’s Checklist Before Departure: Six to 12 Months Prior, Three Months Prior, One Month Prior, Three Days Prior, and Departure Day
• Packing Tips
• Going Through Customs
• Rules of Engagement and Appropriate Interactions
• Traveling Safely
• Worship Services
• Managing Expectations
• Tips for a Successful Mission Trip
• Post-Mission Follow-up

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