Something happens to us when we get out of our comfort zone and participate in what God is doing in other countries. While it is our hope and prayer that we will be a blessing to those we visit, we always seem to return from these trips realizing how much more we received from the experience than what we gave. Somehow, our view of God and His kingdom is enlarged. Here at First Covenant, we offer a variety of opportunities for people to experience cross-cultural missions.

Mexicali
For over 20 years we have developed relationships with numerous churches in this border town of Mexico. Mexicali is a great introductory experience for youth and adults. High school and college students form the core of the group that travels south of the border each year during spring break. Teams work with local churches to provide Vacation Bible School programs for children, athletic events and concerts for youth, family worship services, outreach events, and community service projects. Although the focus of Mexicali is on the students, you don’t have to be a student to participate! Adults are needed for base camp, kitchen crew, construction team, drivers, translators, and team leader coaches. A men’s team visits a nearby prison to share testimonies and prayer. A group of our seniors work at an orphanage and with other outreach ministries. Applications are available in the fall for students and adults.

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Guatemala
This short-term missions trip to Guatemala is an excellent opportunity for youth and adults to participate in a cross-cultural outreach experience.  Team members will meet for several training meetings in which they will prepare to minister alongside some quality Christian ministries in Guatemala City.  Our host will be Libre Infancia, a school and compassionate ministry that helps to meet the pressing needs of some of the most impoverished people in the nation’s capital.  Participants will work with children at Libre Infancia, will be challenged with the plight of the oppressed when visiting the city dump, and will partner with other Christian outreach programs.

Keep up with our men while they are in Guatemala from January 5-13, 2012 by checking out their blog here: www.fccguatemala2012.wordpress.com

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Colombia
Long-time Covenant missionaries Gary and Marylou Sander are our hosts in this South American nation. Mission opportunities include construction/work projects, evangelism, youth work and much more. Men’s and women’s teams are sent to this location.

Keep up with our men while they are in Colombia from January 6-14, 2012 by checking out their blog here: www.fcccolombia2012.wordpress.com

Thailand
A beautiful culture with beautiful people, this nation possesses one of the most horrific prostitution industries in the world. Our Women’s Ministries has established a relationship with Rahab Ministries, an organization that is offering alternatives to girls and women caught in the sex-trade. Lives are changed with the message of hope and freedom found in Christ!

Keep up with our 2012 Women's Team at www.fccthailand2012.wordpress.com, as they visit Thailand from January 13-29.


India
We are currently establishing a team of people who will live in Northern India long-term with the purpose of sharing the love of Jesus with the many unreached people groups that live there. The first family has just settled in "Kite City".  We offer vision trips to this incredible region to help our First Cov family gain a better understanding of the rich cultures and traditions of the people we hope to influence with the Good News of Jesus Christ.