So you're interested in being sent out on a short term trip? Great! We're glad that you're considering partnering with Bethlehem in this way.

Those sent out on a short term trip generally ...

• have goals of serving God in ministry to the lost and needy, learning firsthand what missions is all about, and/or determining if God is calling them into full-time Christian service.
• will serve in a cross-cultural setting
• consider the trip a vital step in preparing for a missionary career abroad or for a better-equipped life at home as a World Christian.

See "Before You Go on a Short Term Trip With Bethlehem."

The Desiring God blog posted some thought-provoking articles on short term ministry by Pastor John and Bill Walsh, Director for International Outreach at Desiring God.

• Who should consider going on short-term missions trips? (Pastor John)
• Rethinking Short-Term Missions
• The Effect of Short-Term Missions on Poverty
• We Need Them at Least as Much as They Need Us
• Teaching as a Short-Term Missions Strategy
• The Importance of Doing Missions as Servants

Be ready to commit to a Team Covenant that all Bethlehem short-term team members must sign.

This Team Covenant includes our Vision:

We desire to be a team of people characterized by Christ like behavior exhibited through unconditional love; unselfish, joyful service; and unified teamwork. Our ultimate purpose as a team is to spread a passion for the supremacy of God in all things for the joy of all peoples through Jesus Christ.

… As well as our Team Objectives and Team Structure—which are foundational for every trip we send out.

Learn more about this year's trips on our Trip Openings & Applications page.