Mission Trip Information
- Where: World Changers in Henderson, Kentucky
- When: Monday, June 13 – Saturday, June 18.
- Departure: We will begin packing at 8:00am on June 13 and leave shortly after. Henderson is 264 miles from Decatur.
- Arrival: We will leave Henderson at 8:00am on June 18 and arrive at the church by 1:30pm.
- Cost: $150. Chaperones are Free.
- A $50 per student non-refundable deposit is due Sunday, March 20..
- Full payment is due Sunday, April 24.
- Partial scholarships are available upon request.
- Sign up and pay on CCB, which is our new church software. The link is below.
- Required Forms: All students must have a notarized Central Medical Release Form on file. World Changers requires a notarized Participant Form. (There will be an information meeting for parents and participants on Wednesday, April 20th at 7:45 in Manna Hall. We will cover the schedule and take care of World Changers form that need to be Notarized if you haven’t already done so.)
- Other Requirements: World Changers requires all students to complete a mission’s task ahead of the mission trip. This requirement can be fulfilled by either participating in Central’s neighborhood prayer walk on Sunday, April 3 or volunteering for at least one day of our VBS held June 7-10.
- Details: This is a light construction mission trip. We want our students to experience the opportunity to serve with their hands and hearts. World Changers is a great organization which combines physical work with spiritual impact. The construction projects specialize in serving a community by meeting a physical need. Groups most often serve by working on someone’s home through work such as painting, handicap ramps and more. Students are equipped and encouraged to build relationships with homeowners and community members in hopes of sharing the gospel. There will other student groups there as well, and our students will work alongside them & get to fellowship with them. In the evenings, there is a large group worship service and a small group time for each student ministry.
- Lodging: We will be sleeping on the floor of a school or church that is designated by World Changers.
- Can I sign up after the deposit deadline? Yes, as long as the World Changers project has not met their capacity and Central has the capacity to get you there and provide a chaperone.
- There will be an information meeting for parents and participants on Wednesday, April 20th at 7:45 in Manna Hall. We will cover the schedule and take care of World Changers forms that need to be Notarized.
WORLD CHANGERS FAQ’s
WHAT ABOUT SAFETY?
Safety is a high priority at World Changers. All of our projects have a First Aid Certified staff person or volunteer on site. World Changers conducts background checks on all employees working at the project. Our staff are extensively trained on ministry safety, construction site safety and crisis management. All group leaders are responsible for conducting background checks on their adult chaperones that attend. We notify local law enforcement when World Changers is in the community so they can provide extra assistance as needed.
WHAT IF MY CHILD DOES NOT HAVE INSURANCE?
Although highly recommended it is not required that students be insured in order to attend. World Changers provides LIMITED supplemental accident insurance for each participant.
DOES MY CHILD NEED SPENDING MONEY?
At all World Changers project your student(s) have the opportunity to purchase memorabilia from the Marketplace. Items include stickers, hats, t-shirts and prices range $1-25. Some locations may provide snacks for purchase.
DRESS CODE
Please remember that this is a mission experience. Participants are on mission at all times, at the ministry site and at the lodging facility. Participants should make a special effort to wear clothes that are modest and appropriate for the work to which we have been called.
- Sleeved shirts are to be worn by all participants at all times (no spaghetti straps or midriffs, this includes dresses) at the worksite, at the lodging facility, on the way to and from the showers. If the sleeves are torn off the shirt, it no longer meets the dress code.
- Long pants must be worn at the construction work sites. Pants made of heavy cloth, like denim, are preferred. Pants at the worksite should not have any rips or distressing. Pajama pants, yoga pants, tights, and leggings are not allowed at the worksite.
- Yoga pants and leggings are allowed at the lodging facility, however, they should be paired with a long t-shirt, dress, or skirt. Tights can not be worn as pants, they need to be layered underneath, shorts, dresses, or skirts.
- Shorts are acceptable at the lodging facility. Shorts should be at least fingertip length. No short shorts. Any skirts or dresses should also be at least fingertip length.
- Participants are to be fully dressed in accordance with this dress code any time they are outside their assigned room at the lodging facility. Shorts or long pants and a sleeved shirt is required in hallways, in worship, and on the way to showers and restrooms.
- Durable shoes with closed toes must be worn at all work sites. Sandals are not acceptable. Shoes or boots with heavy soles are recommended for construction projects.
- Always wear shoes outside of rooms.
WHAT TO BRING TO A PROJECT
IMPORTANT NOTE: World Changers is not responsible for personal items lost or stolen at the project. Be sure equipment is clearly labeled with your name.
EACH PARTICIPANT SHOULD BRING
- Water Bottle
- Air mattress (twin size only)
- Safety Goggles
- Work Gloves
- Bible
- Camera
- Facial Tissues
- Hat or Visor
Personal Family Health Insurance Card (if you have coverage)
Money for Missions Offering and the Marketplace (sales table)
T-shirts with Sleeves (no midriff tops, no tops with spaghetti straps, including dresses)
- Insect Repellent
- Light Jacket
- Lip Balm
- Mirror
- Pen or Pencil
- Pillow
- Plastic Bags for Dirty Clothing
- Rain Jacket/Umbrella
- Shorts (fingertip length)
- Sleeping Bag/Bedding
- Socks and Underwear
- Sturdy Shoes or Work Boots
- Sunglasses
- Towels and Washcloths
- Sturdy Clothing (long pants are required for work sites)
- Personal Toiletries (Comb, Soap, Toothbrush, Deodorant, etc.)
Optional Items for Construction Projects
(Please bring two or more.)
Keep this checklist handy and don’t forget to bring the equipment to the project.
- Hammer
• Paint Brush (4 inch width preferred) • Paint Roller
• 4 to 6 inch Putty Knife
• Tape Measure
WHAT NOT TO BRING TO A PROJECT
- Clothes that don’t meet dress code
• Expensive electronics
• Expensive clothing
• Expensive jewelry - Tobacco products, alcohol, or illegal drugs