Missions Training
What missions organization does fusion partner with?
Touch the World
What is the name of the ministry in Oswego?
Grace and Glory Ministries
What is the name of the ministry in Guatemala?
Potter's House
Is each participant to pay for their entire trip?
No, all funds should come in through fundraising, no one should pay for their trips
Who chaperons these trips?
The fusion leaders
Where does missions training take place?
The missions center in Kunkletown, PA
How old do I have to be to participate?
7th - 12th grade
Do I need a passport for this trip?
Yes
Are parents responsible for their student's fundraising?
No, it is the student's responsibility
Are cellphones allowed on these trips? And how long is your phone call home?
No, cellphones are not allowed and phone calls home are two minutes long
What do you sleep in at missions training?
Yurts
How many hours away is Oswego from Long Island?
About 6 hours
Do I need to speak Spanish to go on this trip and how old do I have to be?
No you do not need to speak Spanish; everyone who just finished 9th grade - 12th grade can participate
How does fusion help students fundraise?
Fusion holds a letter writing afternoon as well as does Sunday morning fundraising
Am I allowed to find the love of my life on my trip?
No
What is the clean plate club?
Finishing all the food on your plate that you have taken
Where do you stay in Oswego?
At the ministry
What sort of work projects are done in Guatemala?
Construction, VBS and prayer walks
What is a giving letter?
A letter that describes your trip and asks people to donate towards it
Where do you stay in Guatemala and how do you get around?
The team stays in a local hostel and they are taken around by van.
What is done at missions training?
Team building activities, scripture memorization, poverty challenge, missions site education
What kind of work will be done in Oswego?
Construction project including but not limited to: building forts for campers, painting and gardening
Who are you serving in Guatemala City?
The poor and underprivileged who live in the garbage dump community of Guatemala City
What does fundraising give us an opportunity to do and how?
Evangelism, because it gives students an opportunity to tell people why they are participating on this trip
What are the dates for the 2020 missions trips?
July 30th - August 9th