We want you to be as prepared as possible going into your trip. Below is a standard packing list to get you started! Your Mission Leader will let you know of specific needs for your trip and where this standard list will be altered.
Luggage/Essentials:
- 1 Suitcase (50lb limit) and 1 Backpack/Carry-on*
- Passport (for international trips)
- Spending Money
- Small amount for snacks, souvenirs, etc.
- Meals on travel days (the trip price covers all meals from the time you arrive at your mission location to the time you depart)
*Mandatory Carry-On Contents:
- Passport and Passport Copy (for international trips)
- One full change of clothing/essential toiletries
- Prescription Medications
- Catalyst Leadership Workbook and pen
- One set of Keys to the Kingdom gospel communication tool
PLEASE NOTE: TSA requires ALL carry-on liquids must be in a 3 oz. (or less) container and all in ONE clear, quart-sized plastic storage bag. Larger items may be packed in your checked luggage.
Personal Needs:
- Good walking shoes (closed-toed) for ministry days
- Weatherproof jacket and/or rain poncho
- Snacks of choice (granola, nuts, gum, candy, etc...)
- Towel/Washcloth
- Shower Shoes (flip-flops)
- Socks/Underwear
- Sunscreen/Insect Repellent
- Hand Sanitizer/Wipes
- Soap/Body Wash
- Shampoo/Conditioner
- Toothbrush/Toothpaste
- Glasses/Contact Lenses
- Sunglasses/Hat
Clothing:
Girls
- Travel/Hotel/Leadership Training: shorts, sweats, t-shirts are allowed
- Ministry Sites: jeans/capris (no holes), skirts (below the knee), t-shirts
- Church Services: jeans/capris (no holes), skirts (below the knee), t-shirts
- Not allowed at any time: short shorts, mini-skirts, Soffe shorts, spaghetti strap tanks, tube tops and halter tops
- Some cultures dress even more conservatively. We will defer to the preference of the church leaders with whom we are working.
Guys
- Travel/Hotel/Leadership Training: shorts, sweats, t-shirts
- Ministry Sites: jeans/cargos/shorts (no holes), t-shirts
- Church Services: jeans/pants (no holes), collared shirt (no t-shirts)
- Not allowed at any time: tank tops, sleeveless/cropped shirts
- Some cultures dress even more conservatively. We will defer to the preference of the church leaders with whom we are working.
Ministry Materials:
- Trip Book
- Keys to the Kingdom
- Catalyst Leadership Workbook and Pen
- Bibles
- Tracts
Suggested Medications:
- Aspirin/Advil/Tylenol
- Pepto-Bismol/Imodium AD tablets
- Cough Drops
- Dramamine (motion sickness medication)
- Prescription Medications – Make sure all are in pharmacy labeled prescription bottles. Let your group's leader know about your prescription medications. NEXT is not responsible for keeping up with your medication.
Gifts:
We recommend you present a small, inexpensive gift to your translators and/or nationals you befriend. (Recommendation: Bring 1 male gift, 1 female gift).
Here are some suggestions:
- Home-state items
- T-shirts/Hats
- Christian CDs
- Books (in English)
- Candy for children
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