Tijuana, Mexico
Short Term Mission

Application Information

(Prayerfully read and consider)

Radius Serve

August 6 – 17, 2027

A South Calgary Chinese Evangelical Free Church
MISSION MOBILIZATION ADVENTURE

REQUIREMENTS FOR MEXICO RADIUS SERVE
2027 SHORT TERM MISSION TEAM

Your eligibility will be determined by your completion and participation in our preparations for this trip. We are looking for a positive attitude, a servant’s heart and the ability to get along with others. This is a missions mobilization ministry; it is our hope that out of this trip you will gain a better understanding of God’s heart for the world and the need for more missionaries to be sent. We trust that wherever you are on your spiritual journey, that this experience will draw you closer to God.

Before The Trip:

1. Attend Sunday Service, fellowship, ALG and Sunday School regularly.

2. Complete the preliminary application (online). This is extremely important information for us as we consider the team dynamic, so please be honest.

Date Due: January 31, 2027

3. Meet with the Mission Committee for an interview, to be arranged by appointment.

4. Read “The Stranger on The Road To Emmaus”, write a one-page reflection expressing what you learned from and thought of the book and submit to Pastor Rick. Copies can be obtained from Pastor Rick. (**If you have already read this book, then you must read a biography of a missionary and submit a one-page reflection**).

Date Due: February 28, 2027

5. Each team member is required to pay for half of the costs associated with the trip which is estimated to be $1,115.00/person. Fund raising and church family support will prayerfully cover the other half of the total costs. The first installment of $550 will be due by March 28th, 2027. This amount is non-refundable and will be a donation to the mission fund. We will send your registration to Radius Serve at this time, so make sure your money is in. This fee covers many preliminary costs such as t-shirt and Radius Serve registration. Date Due: March 28th, 2027

6. Remit remaining participant’s portion of trip costs ($565). Date Due: April 25th, 2027

7. Practice daily Bible reading and devotions.

8. Participate in all team building and training times. These will be held at various times before the trip. See the list of important days on the next page.

9. Participate in all team chats and discussions.

10. Participate in all fundraising activities or find a substitute for yourself. Details TBA

11. Provide proof of valid passport and required visa (if needed) to enter USA.

12. Provide proof of out of country medical insurance.

13. Complete and submit all required forms (hard copy and online).

While On The Trip:

1. Keep a daily journal during the trip.

2. Be involved with all team discipleship exercises on a daily basis (devotions, book, discussions, etc.). Unity is extremely important. (No side-trips permitted).

3. Write at least a one-page summary/testimony of your trip experience.

4. Display a positive attitude and an aggressive willingness to serve others and share the gospel.

After The Trip:

1. Give a testimony about your experience to the church in a service, fellowship or other setting.

2. Follow-up and follow through with any commitments made during the trip.

3. Participate in follow-up debriefing/prayer times (weekly and October 3rd, 2027).

Mexico STM Team 2027 – Scheduling/Planning/Important Dates

A training manual with spiritual, practical and language lessons will be provided to every member (Team Meetings 1 - 3 pm unless otherwise indicated).

January 17th – Parent/Applicant Information Meeting

January 31st – Application due

February 28th – Book reflection due

February/March - Interviews

March 28th – $550 Registration Fee Donation Due (non-refundable)

March 28th – Team Meeting #1

April 11th – Team Meeting #2

April 25th – $565 Registration Fee Donation Balance Due (non-refundable)

April 25th - Team Meeting #3

May 2nd - Team Meeting #4

May 16th - Team Meeting #5

May 29th & 30th – Possible Fund Raiser

June 6th – Team Meeting #6

June 20th - Team Meeting #7

Aug 1st – Commissioning Service

Aug 1st – Team Meeting #8

August 4th - Team Meeting #9 (bring luggage) 7 – 9 pm

Aug 6th – Leave for Mexico (6 am)

Aug 17th – Return to Calgary (5 pm)

What Is The Purpose of This Trip?

1. To meet the felt needs of Tijuana’s urban poor.

2. To learn firsthand what servanthood means.

3. To contribute to the church planting ministry in Tijuana.

4. To get excited about missions and to participate in raising up the next generation of missionaries (Go or Send).

5. To deepen faith and personal relationships with others through our commitment to Jesus.

Why Should We Consider Mexico?

We will have the opportunity to minister to others, but the greatest benefit of going to Mexico will be what the Holy Spirit does in each of our lives. We will encounter, firsthand, difficult issues such as poverty and wealth, what it means to be a servant, the incredible need for missions and more. We will discover new concepts that can change our Christianity and our lives. Our relationship with God will be stretched and we will live our lives differently.

What Will We Be Doing?

Most of what we do involves construction. Jobs may include building 12´x 14´ shelters for those who don't have adequate housing, putting on roofs, building outhouses, digging outhouse holes, etc. We will serve where the greatest needs are. The materials will be purchased in Mexico and ready for delivery to the work sites. Tools will be provided as well as the expertise to get the job done. Some groups also choose to prepare activities for the children that gather around the work site, such as informal games and crafts. Regardless of what is planned there will usually be plenty of children with whom to play and people with whom to interact at the job site.

Who Can Go?

A) Must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ

B) Highschool teens and Young Adults. Applicants must have completed grade 9. (preference given to those who plan to continue attending SCCEFC after completing the trip).

C) Must be an active participant and regular attendee of South Calgary Chinese Evangelical Free Church.

D) Must complete all requirements. If everything is not completed on time, you will be eliminating yourself from the trip. We have a limited number of seats which means that you alone are the one responsible for getting things done on time.

E) Must have a passport and any required visas to enter the USA and Mexico.

MEXICO 2027 Travel Itinerary

Friday, August 6 – 2027

Travel: Calgary, Alberta -------------------- Dillon, Montana

Kilometers: 850 Travel Time: 10 Hours

6:00 am Arrive @ SCCEFC

6:30 am Leave SCCEFC

11:00 am Border Crossing

12:00 pm Lunch in Shelby, MT

5:00 pm Dinner in Dillon, MT

7:00 pm Arrive at Clark Canyon Bible Camp after supper in Dillon

Saturday, August 7 – 2027

Travel: Dillon, Montana -------------------- St. George, Utah

Kilometers: 1055 Travel Time: 12 Hours

6:00 am In the van and hit the road

12:00 pm Lunch near American Fork, Utah

6:00 pm Arrive in St. George, Utah

Sunday, August 8 – 2027

Travel: St. George, Utah -------------------- Tijuana, Mexico

Kilometers: 765 Travel Time: 9 Hours

7:00 am In the van and hit the road

12:00 pm Lunch in Victorville, CA

4:00 pm Arrive in Mexico at Radius Serve Dorm

Monday - Friday August 9 – 13, 2027

Monday – Wednesday house building. Thursday family street outreach with Spectrum Ministries. Friday feeding people at the city landfill. Learn, study, serve, serve, learn about mission, serve, work, play with kids, minister, make new friends, pray, build.

Friday Evening August 13, 2027

Shower, pack up and leave TJ, relax, sleep (believe me, you will be tired!)

Border crossing will require 2 - 4 hours.

Saturday, August 14, 2027

Spend a day relaxing and decompressing in San Diego to begin the debriefing process.

Sunday, August 15, 2027

Travel to St. George, Utah. (700 KM)

Monday, August 16, 2027

Leave St. George, Utah for Dillon, Montana (1055 KM)

Tuesday, August 18, 2026

Leave Dillon, Montana, for Calgary, Alberta. Arrive approximately 5 pm (850 KM)

Radius Serve Ministries – What to Bring

Here are some suggestions to help you prepare and pack for your time in Mexico.. Remember – it’s dusty, it’s dirty, and your space is limited!

Stuff To Bring: - Bible and note-taking materials (journal).

- Camera (still/video, digital).

- Clothes

Climate: It will be hot and can be very windy and dusty.

General: Be neat and conservative. No sloppy, wild, suggestive or tight clothing (like tank tops, sleeveless shirts, leggings, or anything low-cut) - modesty is the rule. No shorts. No torn clothes. No excessive jewelry or makeup. Contact Lenses are not recommended because of the dust. There are no closets, so limit the amount you bring (one soft sided bag and one backpack)

Clothing: Work clothes - pants are alright, but no shorts. Work shoes or sneakers - no sandals or open-toed shoes. Light coat or sweatshirt. Hat or head covering.

Identification: Non-U.S. citizens need an appropriate visa and passport to enter and return to the U.S. Non Canadian Citizens require proper visas, PR or proof of Canadian residency

Medications: Prescriptions (in original packaging) and/or others that you take, Tylenol or aspirin, Imodium or Pepto.

Spending Money While on the Trip: ($300 USD) You need to bring money for meals while travelling to and from Mexico. You may also want some cash for small purchases in Mexico. The peso is the currency of Mexico, but American dollars are accepted everywhere. Bring small bills since the stores don't have much change in dollars. You cannot use credit cards, debit cards, personal cheques or traveler's checks in the areas where you will be living and working.

Personal: Water bottle, Toothbrush/toothpaste, deodorant, chap-stick, sunscreen, towel, washcloth, soap, ear plugs.

Sleep stuff: Modest sleepwear, sleeping bag, sheets, pillow.

Stuff not to bring: Tools: We have tools for you to use, so you don't need to bring your own.

Hair dryers, curling irons, etc. Excessive jewelry (regular rings and earrings are alright). Cell Phones, Radios, iPods, iPads, Switch, etc.

If you are not sure if you should bring it then ask Pastor Rick.

Other Info

1. Luggage is Limited to the following:

A. One small soft sided piece of luggage (instructions will be provided).

B. One Sleeping Bag (sheets) and pillow (rolled up as small as possible)

C. One carry-on (backpack/book bag), this will come in the van with you

and will need to contain everything that you need for the day as your

suitcase will not be available until we stop in the evening.

D. You must use a “traveler’s money belt” to carry any necessary items with you (passport, cash, etc.)

2. Housing in Hotels, Churches, Camps and Dorms:

A. Be courteous and respectful. Remember that you are a guest and a

representative of Christ and our home church.

B. Each person is financially responsible for any damage they may incur or

cause during their stay.

3. Time Schedules:

A. You are responsible for being on time for all departures/activities we are involved in.

B. Time is very limited during the trip. It is necessary to have everyone’s complete cooperation.

4. Behaviour:

A. Proper respect must be given to everyone at all times.

B. Adult leaders and Radius Serve Staff are responsible for the group and their authority must be respected and obeyed at all times.

C. “Public displays of affection” or “flirting” are not allowed.

D. No couples on the trip, your relationship needs to be on hold for 2 weeks.

5. Personal Ministry:

A. This is a great opportunity for outreach. Be prepared to serve and be as

co-operative as possible.

B. Be friendly, go out of your way to talk to others and practice your Spanish.

Learn a little; use it a lot, because what is not is soon forgot.

C. Guys counsel guys and girls counsel girls.

6. Personal costs:

A. Trip participant costs (approximately $1115)

B. All food while traveling and at any stops along the way (~$200).

C. Out of country medical insurance (~$50).

D. Passport/visa costs

E. Spending Money – Souvenirs, etc. (US Dollars accepted in Mexico) (~$100)

TEAM COVENANT

As we go, knowing that God has given us great privilege, we as team members covenant together to be faithful to our responsibilities on this trip. We value the following virtues and will do our best to bring them out in each other.

1. We will daily bring our attitude before God, that our attitude should be that of Jesus Christ who took the nature of a servant.

2. We will try to be an example to others through our life and actions, knowing that often the best messages that people receive are the visual ones.

3. We will be generous in everything that we do, knowing that one of the best ways to show God’s love is to be thankful through giving to others.

4. We will encourage each other on the team, as we face difficulties and as we get tired. We will share our strength and hope with each other.

5. We will work well on tasks given to us and follow instructions. We want the houses that we build and our other work to make a lasting impression.

6. We will pray each day, knowing that prayer really does change the way that each day turns out.

7. We will rely on the Word of God to be our hope for our lives and the promise of new life to those that we meet.

8. We will be patient with each other in situations that may come up, knowing that patience produces perseverance.

9. We will be joyful and celebrate the presence of God. “Rejoice in the Lord always, again I say rejoice!”

10. We will wake up each day boldly asking God to make us teachable to some truth that we can apply to our lives.

11. We believe Philippians 4:13 “I can do everything through Him who gives me strength.”