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Short-term Team Opportunities Below is a current list of short-term teams run by the mission agencies that partner with Second Wind Network. These team experiences are selected as ones which should be of interest to "second-half" people, to help them "find their fit" in modern missions. Click on the name of a team to find out more. Where possible, we have included some contact details and the agency's website so you can find out more about each particular team opportunity. Click here for a list of SWN partner agencies who regularly offer short-term trips and for general details of their trips. You can also go to the individual agency websites to find more team opportunities.
Aust Indigenous Ministries Australian Mission Awareness Tours Dates TBA Outback Australia Short-term Teams Field visits targeted at building understanding and partnership with Aboriginal Christians. Designed to give you an introduction to the cultural perspectives of Indigenous Australians, with unique opportunity for interaction and sharing with Aboriginal Christians in their own environment. This is coupled with on site exposure to the present ministries and needs, so that you might be better informed to give prayerful interest and support to those serving with AIM in various ministries around Australia. More details: Rob & Jenni Alley mat@aimpa.com 02 4754 3833 http://www.aimpa.com/MAT.htm Back to List CCCA "Macedonian" Projects 2010 June 2010 - March 2011 Asia, Europe Short-term Teams West Asia from Nov 27 2010 (4-6 weeks)* This country remains the largest unreached nation in the world. Make friends with the local students on campus. You will meet some of the warmest, friendliest people in the world. You may be the first to share the gospel to those you meet. Applications close: Sept 3 Project Cost: from $2,000 excl air Operation Transit (Mediterranean Port - Genoa) July 12 – 23 (12 day cycles) Every summer, thousands of North Africans working in Europe return to their homes by ferry boats. You will meet them at the ports and offer them a Gospel pack. This is one of the most effective ways to give them the Gospel. Each cycle is for 12 days. Applications close: March 26 Project cost: Approx $1,800 excl air East Asia Summer Picnic from Nov 27 (3 weeks)* You’ll have the opportunity to meet a variety of ethnic minorities on campus who are eager to share their culture and traditions with you. You will learn the language of the locals, host Christmas parties and learn initiative evangelism in a cross-cultural context. Join other Aussies to reach minorities with God’s word. Applications close: Sept 17 Project cost: Approx $1,800 excl air Vietnam Summer Picnic Jan 2011 (3 weeks)* Come and meet students who want to practice their English with Australians. Get to know Vietnamese youth and their aspirations. Try the local cuisine; have fun! This is our first venture into this country. Applications close: Sept 24 Project Cost: Approx $1,500 excl air Thailand – Land of Smiles Jan 2011 (3 weeks)* There are so many students in Thailand who are curious to know more about the Aussie culture. Easy to make friends in this warm country! Join our locals to meet students and share your life (and the love of God) with them. Applications close: Sept 24 Project cost: Approx $1,500 excl air More details: Phillip Goh gotellall@gmail.com http://www.ccca.org.au/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=132&Itemid=103 Back to List MMMI Australia Wide Safari in 2010 Throughout 2010 Short-term Teams We have received requests for assistance with building/renovation projects from Broken Hill, South Australia, Tanami Desert, the Kimberleys, Fitzroy Crossing and Newman, Darwin, plus two other locations in NT. We are currently putting together a safari team to handle these various jobs. It is anticipated the complete safari may last from 5 to 7 months, but it is appreciated that all people may not be able to commit to such a long period. If you would like to participate in all or part of this safari please register your interest with the MMM Projects Dept. More details: Peter Taylor projects@mmm.org.au 02 4357 2921 http://www.mmm.org.au/projects/australian-projects/ Back to List MMMI Other Australia Projects 2010 Throughout 2010 various locations throughout Australia Short-term Teams Many projects are listed on the MMM website. There may be one just right for you!! If you are interested in any of these projects please contact Peter Taylor, Projects Manager on (02) 4357 2921 or contact the relevant state office. More details: Peter Taylor projects@mmm.org.au (02) 4357 2921 http://www.mmm.org.au/projects/australian-projects/ Back to List MMMI International Projects 2010 Throughout 2010 Mexico (Feb), MT Hagen PNG (July) Short-term Teams Look at the MMMI Website for more details of international projects. Two are currently listed in Mexico, and PNG. Contact Peter Taylor or the website for more details. More details: Peter Taylor projects@mmm.org.au http://www.mmm.org.au/projects/international-projects/ Back to List OMS International GO CAMBODIA Nov 29th - Dec 19th, 2010 Cambodia Short-term Teams Closing date JULY 15. Come with us for a 3-week adventure, serving God & reaching out to the people of Cambodia. Team Size 8 people. • Teaching English to children & youth. • Running Christmas parties. • Sharing skills in cooking/sewing and primary care. • Visiting those in prison. Cost: $75 Application Fee, Approximately $550 for local transport, food, accommodation. Airfare, immunizations, travel insurance - extra. Orientation: 3 compulsory meetings (Aug/Sept/Oct). More details: Mary Chen au-qldsa@omf.net (07) 3343 3893 http://www.omf.org/omf/australia/get_involved/short_term_opportunities Back to List OMS International STEP Short Term Educational Program Nov 29th - Dec 23rd, 2010 North-West Asia. Short-term Teams Closing date JULY 15, The Australian team (maximum 10) will travel together, however individuals may choose to extend their travel on their own (at extra cost). • Find out what it is like to serve as a long-termer. • Teach English to children in a primary village school. • Reach out to the community & families through drama. • Teach conversational English & build relationships with Chinese students. • Throw Christmas parties and run fun activities with children in the Lighthouse Centre. • Meet & encourage long-termers. Accommodation: Billet with long-termers or accommodation on a university campus Cost: $75 application fee plus approximately $1100 for accommodation, transport; food. Airfare, vaccinations, travel insurance; personal spending money—extra. Orientation: 3 compulsory meetings (Sept/Oct/Nov). More details: Mary Chen au-qldsa@omf.net (07) 3343 3893 http://www.omf.org/omf/australia/get_involved/short_term_opportunities Back to List OMF Intl Thailand Outreach teams in 2010 Throughout 2010 Thailand Short-term Teams 2. Rural Outreach - Nong Song Hong Teach English in schools. Organise English clubs for children & teens. Work independently alongside missionaries. Length: 4 weeks minimum Dates: Year round No. Of people needed: 1-2 3. Rural Church Setting Help missionaries serving in the Tsunami area. Manual labour Involving yard work and pigs. Length: 1-11 months Dates: all year No. Of people needed: 1-2 4. Slum Children (Bangkok) Partner with Thai Church in outreach to slum children. Use your gift. Length: 1-11 months Dates: All year No. Of people needed: 1-3 individuals or team 5. English Teacher Training and preparation for Christmas Help with seminar for Thai teachers. No preparation needed.Teaching experience of any kind is helpful. Also help with Outreach to schools. Length: 3-4 weeks Dates: mid-November – December No. Of people needed: small teams (3-8) or individuals. 6. Christmas Outreach Nakhon Sawan – High school, technical and university students Students outreach. Join in the activities at Youth House. Lopburi – outreach to primary & high school students. Using games.Songs, drama, crafts. 7 Church planting/outreach – Pak Phanang Teach English to people of different ages(children to adults). Help home-school missionary kid. Prayer Walking. Visit Thai students with missionaries Assist with Children Outreach and Market Outreach Help prepare materials for missionaries use in teaching . Length: 2 weeks to 1 month Dates: Whenever available No. Of people needed: 1-2 More details: Mary Chen au-qldsa@omf.net 07) 3343 3893/ 3343 3233 (O) 3343 3893/ 3343 3233 Back to List OMF Intl Outreach Teams SE Asia 2010 Throughout 2010 Varous Countries in Asia Short-term Teams Urban Poor Ministry Selected opportunities for those who believe that God may be calling them to work with the poor, including: - medical work - teaching English - educating slum children - practical help for poor communities Other opportunities may also be possible depending on the worker’s interest and experience. Learn and observe the local culture; and assist where appropriate. Education & Community Development Program Work alongside a long term church planting team. Assist with English Club discussion times and help university students practice their English language. Hang out with the students, build relationships, answer their questions and share the Good News. Visit high schools and universities motivating students to learn English. Part of the trip will involve going to a rural village, doing home-stay and helping with a specific community development project. Length: 2-4 weeks Dates: Feb – Oct No. Of people: 4-6 7. Producing Mobilization Materials Work with team members to develop materials for mobilization purposes (photographs, videos, etc) Be adaptable to unpredictable conditions. Must have some of the necessary equipment (at least a laptop). Enjoy travelling around and interacting warmly with new people. Length: 2-4 weeks Dates: Sept – Dec (may be possible to combine with another team visit) No. Of people: 1-2 More details: Mary Chen au-qldsa@omf.net 07) 3343 3893/ 3343 3233 http://www.omf.org/australia/ Back to List OMS (One Mission Society) Destination Korea 11th July - 2nd August Korea Short-term Teams Spend 3 weeks in Korea this northern summer. Train future Korean missionaries using the English you know. More details: Ray Airosa rairosa@omsaus.org http://www.onemissionsociety.org.au/ Back to List OMS (One Mission Society) Destination Africa January 2011 Sth Africa and Mozambique Short-term Teams Come and be part of a team to encourage and build up the believers in OMS churches in South Africa and Mozambique. This will include visits to newly planted OMS Churches. You will also visit children's homes and see the devastation of AIDS in Africa. More details: http://www.onemissionsociety.org.au/ Back to List OMS (One Mission Society) Destination Fiji 16th - 26th August Fiji Short-term Teams We will stay at Homes of Hope, a home just outside Suva that has transformed the lives of many abused single mothers and their children. We will also have opportunity to visit schools, hospitals , orphanages, squatters settlements, and a Fijian village. We will work with a local church, where we will do some services, outreach etc. We will also have a break at Fiji’s famed beaches. More details: Ray Airosa info@omsaus.org http://www.onemissionsociety.org.au/ Back to List OM (Australia) Chile Next Adventure 2010 (Still scheduled!!) Sat 23 Oct 2010 – Sat 13 Nov 2010 Apply by 15th April Chile, Sth America Short-term Teams The Next Adventure is for participants 50+ years old. Missions are not just for the young. Many people in this age group are looking for opportunities to serve. The Next Adventure is an exploratory trip through Chile, looking at varied mission opportunities and also visiting some of the most beautiful areas in the country. We will be visiting various ministries, meet pastors and mission groups visit churches and leave room for a few surprise opportunities. Also visiting a number of scenic tourist spots. During the trip there will be a life direction seminar and Bible study as we examine spiritual gifts and Gods call on your life. Apply by Thu 15 Apr 2010 $3,250 [AUD] More details: Sam Scott info@au.om.org (03) 9898 9348 http://www.om.org.au/go/short-term/short-term-list/au/en#chile Back to List OM (Australia) Out of the Comfort Zone July 2010 SE Asia - various countries Short-term Teams ‘Out of the Comfort Zone’ is an excellent opportunity to experience any one of a number of countries in South East Asia. The programme begins on July 10 with 3 days of training and preparation in Malaysia. Then teams of half a dozen head out for several weeks on ministry in either Cambodia, Japan, Laos, West Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand. Last year’s Aussie participants came back very enthusiastic about the experience. go to the website and then select a country of interest. More details: Sam Scott info@au.om.org http://www.om.org.au/go/short-term/short-term-list/au/en Back to List OM (Australia) Bound for Paradise (Outreach to Muslims) Sat 24 – Sat 31 Jul 2010 Gold Coast Short-term Teams Come to the Gold Coast to join the outreach to Gulf State Arabs here on holiday. What an opportunity to impact the Muslim world. Under the guidance of experienced leadership and as part of a team we will help you reach out to these Muslim people in a variety of ways - through beach ministry, literature distribution, street performance, prayer walks and friendship evangelism. Single people and married couples welcome but sorry, no families groups possible. Apply by Thu 01 Jul 2010 More details: Ian Crowe (Qld office) or National Office qld@au.om.org, ian@au.om.org 07 3857 7582 or (03) 9898 9348 http://www.om.org.au/go/short-term/short-term-list/au/en#australia Back to List WEC Test Drive Church Planting (Perth) 23rd - 25th July Perth Short-term Teams Living in Perth and wanting to 'testdrive' working amongst people who have little or no opportunity to hear about Jesus? Here's your chance. You'll spend time with a team including experienced workers as you share the stories of Jesus and see how God works through your sharing. You'll interact with ideas on evangelism and church planting and see them put into action. You'll live out the life of a church planter. You'll be challenged. Cost = $20 for resources that you will give out, not including food or transport. More details: Jim Dawson jim.dawson@wec.com.au, denise.rhodes@wec.com.au 9470 2725 http://wec.com.au/events/testdrive Back to List WEC Test Drive Church Planting (Sydney) Next Opportunity 25th Sept - 3rd Oct 2010 Western Sydney Short-term Teams Where? Accommodation in Strathfield NSW, ministry in western Sydney Who? Join a church planting team in Western Sydney for a week in their ministry to unreached peoples. You will be involved in evangelism, discipleship and gathering believers into multiplying churches As part of a church planting team, you will get to tell people about Jesus, prayer walk, learn about people from other cultures through ethnographic surveys, join a house church, and at the end of the week you will realise you've experienced church planting first hand and will be surprised at what God has done through you and in you. Alternatively contact Sean to arrange a time for a team just from your church!! More details: Sean Boucher sean.boucher@wec.com.au 1300 788 566 http://wec.com.au/short-term Back to List Wycliffe Associates Work Party Opportunities 2010 Various dates in 2010 - below Australia & Pacific Short-term Teams There are a number of work-parties planned to support Bible translation around the Pacific. 4 – 23 July VANUATU Building Maintenance and renovation at the SIL Centre Port Vila Team 1 – 20 August MADANG PNG Building Maintenance at the Bible Translation Association 22 August – 17 September KOKOPO PNG Construction of a new Bible Translation Training Centre at the SIL Centre near Rabaul PNG 26 September – 15 October MELBOURNE Building maintenance and renovation at Wycliffe Australia’s National Headquarters, Kangaroo Ground Victoria. 31 October– 20 November SOLOMON ISLANDS Construction of a new Bible Translation Training Centre at the SIL Centre in Honiara 7 – 26 November PORT MORESBY PNG Building maintenance at the Bible Translation Association National Headquarters In addition to the above, Wycliffe Associates work parties are run in various locations around the world from other countries. More details: Peter & Yvonne Gillespie peter-yvonne_gillespie@wbt.org 0427 059 662 or 663 http://www.wycliffe.org.au/about-us/wycliffe-associates/ Back to List YWAM AFFWAN 2010 - Outreach to Muslims July 14th - July 24th 2010 Gold Coast Qld Short-term Teams Do you have a heart for Muslims? Have you ever wanted to know more about Islam and its beliefs? Do you have a heart to minister to the Arab nations? Every year thousands of Arabs come to the Gold Coast during their holiday season to escape the heat. What a perfect opportunity for you to share the love of Christ and the truth of who He is, and all of this happening in the beautiful location of Surfers Paradise. More details: info@ywamgc.com.au 07-55970169 http://www.ywamgc.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=15&Itemid=33 Back to List
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