Missions
Seeing lives transformed by the gospel in Charlottesville, at UVA, and around the world.
Upcoming Trips
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Puerto Rico
Eastern Europe
Middle East
South Asia
Frequently Asked Questions
Center Church Missions FAQ
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What are the qualifications to go on a short-term mission trip?
- A follower of Christ.
- Humility to learn from and serve others.
- Membership at Center is not required, but we do ask that each participant has been through the Weekender.
What does the trip cost cover?
The trip cost covers airfare, transportation, lodging, meals, ministry expenses, visas, and supplemental travel medical insurance. The trip cost does not cover passport application or renewal (if applicable), immunizations (if applicable), medications, phone plans, or fees from online fundraising.
The cost listed on the website is a general estimate for each trip location. The actual cost of your specific week may vary slightly depending on unique weekly expenses such as airfare and lodging. Center Staff will communicate with you the exact cost during the onboarding process.
Generally speaking, personal funds are not necessary once you are on the trip. Participants may choose to bring money for souvenirs.
What is the application process like?
There are a few steps to go on a short-term mission trip:
First, each participant must fill out the form on the missions page of the website.
The next step will be a short (30 minute) phone call with our staff.
Thirdly, each participant will be sent a team member guide to review before being added to the trip roster.
Can I afford to go?
Few Short-term Team Members fund the entirety of the trip themselves. You are encouraged to raise support because the process of support raising will better prepare you for your ministry in multiple ways. Upon acceptance to a team, you will be coached and equipped to successfully raise support to cover the cost of your trip.
All giving to the trip whether personally or through support raising is tax-deductible.
Is it safe?
Will I need a passport?
All international locations require a valid passport. To be considered valid, many countries require that upon arrival, there be at least six months left until the passport expires, even if you plan on leaving before your passport’s expiration. Generally, it takes 2-3 months to get a new passport. Paying for an expedited one will generally get you a passport in 3-5 weeks.
Puerto Rico
Cost Estimate: $1,250
Application Due: March 1, 2024
Trip Dates
May 25– 31, 2024 (15 people)
July 6– 12, 2024: TRIP FULL (15 people)
July 13– 19, 2024: TRIP FULL (15 people)
This team will…
Partner with local churches to support their gospel ministry.
Do both service projects and evangelism work.
This is an entry-level short term mission trip.
No overseas or missions experience is required.
Eastern Europe
Cost Estimate: $2,500
Trip Dates
TBD
Likely June 8 – 15, 2024 or June 15 – 22, 2024
8 – 12 people
This team will…
Encourage and support Center Church Missionaries who are in Eastern Europe long-term.
Connect relationally with people, pursue opportunities for spiritual conversation, and connect interested people to long-term workers.
This is a mid-level short-term mission trip.
Some international travel experience and/or missions experience will be helpful.
Middle East
Cost Estimate: $2,900
Application Due: June 1, 2024
Trip Dates
September 28 – October 6, 2024
4 – 6 People
This team will…
Encourage and support Center Church Missionaries who are in the Middle East long-term.
Participate in mercy work that the team is doing to find spiritually interested contacts.
This is a mid-level short-term mission trip.
Some international travel experience and/or missions experience will be helpful.
South Asia
Cost Estimate: $2,900
Application Due: TBD
Trip Dates
April 19 – April 28, 2024
4 – 6 People
This team will…
Encourage and support Center Church Missionaries who are in South Asia long-term.
Have spiritual conversations with people, prayerfully connecting them to long-term workers.
This is a challenging short-term mission trip.
International travel experience and/or missions experience is necessary.