Church Group Trips Foundational Principles

As you begin the journey of preparing to travel to a Compassion country on a Church Group Trip, we are excited to share with you these three Foundational Principles, as they are the pillars upon which we build the entire trip planning process, the execution of the trip itself and post-trip follow-up.

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Church Group Trips Exist To Enhance The Ministry’s Model Of Partnership
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Church Group Trips Are Based On Healthy Poverty Alleviation Principles
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Church Group Trips Are Part Of A Long-Term Educational Experience

What Are Church Group Trips Like?

Sample Itinerary

While each Church Group Trip is unique, here is an example of a typical schedule:

Day 1: International travel and arrival in field country
Day 2: Orientation, welcome and tour of Compassion child development center and partner church, home visits
Day 3: Worship service, fellowship with church and Compassion leadership, cultural experience
Day 4: Ministry opportunity (example - Vacation Bible School with the children, relationship building activity with church, etc.)
Day 5: "Fun Day" with sponsored children
Day 6: International travel and arrival in the United States

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Church Group Facilitator

Learn about the Group Facilitator’s role and get tips for a successful Church Group Trip!

Church Group Facilitator Information >

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Traveler Information

Everything you need to know about your trip – from preparation to returning home!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions? Find the answers here to help you prepare for your trip.

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“The entire experience exceeded expectations in all aspects. This was my second trip to Burkina Faso with Compassion, and like my first trip it reinvigorated my heart for child sponsorship, the in-country work of Compassion, and most importantly, bringing the Gospel of Jesus Christ to the ends of the earth in fulfillment of the Great Commission.”

— Burkina Faso trip traveler

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Country Specific Travel Facts

Find traveler information and facts for Compassion countries.

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Group Traveler Resources

We have complied a list of resources to help you prepare for your trip.

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