july 20 - 27, 2013

Trip Info

Stuff to Bring... and Not

Sample Itinerary

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Rules and Guidelines

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Dates: July 20 - July 27, 2013

Place: Denver, Colorado

Cost: $600 (There will be fundraising opportunities.)A non-refundable $100 deposit locks in the spot and the full amount is due by June 12th.

March 13: $300 dueApril 10: $500 dueJune 12: $600 due

Purpose: Experiencing firsthand the sights, sounds, smells, and textures of urban life. We’ll learn about the city – unique issues and problems that city dwellers face and what God is doing to foster and further His Kingdom in the city, through the local organizations that operate on the front lines of urban ministry. We will become part of the solutions for the city – by offering time, energy and sweat as we support these local “ministry sites.”

Number of spots: 12 (10 for students)These spots will fill up quickly!

Travel: Fly out of Bellingham to Denver. Rent van.

Where we stay: Center for Student Missions (CSM) - Denver. Check it out at csm.org/denver.php

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Things to bring with you to the City:• AnattitudeofFLEXIBILITY!• Sleepingbagorsinglesheetset,pillow,towel,washcloth.

• Personaltoiletries(shampoo,soap,toothbrush,sunscreen,etc.)

• YourBible,apenandajournal.• WaterBottle:DenverisamilefromsealevelandhasaVERYdryclimate.Itwillbeimportanttokeephydrated!

• Workclothes:mostsitespreferjeans/longpants,t-shirts,verycomfortableclosed-toeshoeswithnon-skidsoles.• SomeministrysitesareOKwithshorts,kneelengthorlonger.Mostpreferjeans/longpants.

• Shirtsthatexposetheshoulders(tanktops,haltertops,muscleshirts,etc.)mayNOTbeworn.

• Shirtsmustbelongenoughtoraisearmswithoutexposingmidrifforunderwear.

• Sandalsorflip-flopsmaybewornaroundtheCSMbuildings,butbepreparedtochange.

• Churchclothes.• OPTIONAL:Airmattress/sleepingpad,flip-flops,fan.

• LEADERS:Alarmclock,Cellphone(ifyouhaveone)

Stuff to Bring....and Not

Don’t Bring:• Radios,iPods,Gameboys,TVs.(Wepreferthatstudentsnotbringcellphonesoripods.Ifyoudo,theymustbeleftatthehousingsite.)

• Anythingthatisnotreplaceableorhassignificantvalue,likeexpensivejewelryorlaptops.

• Alotofmoney(CSMt-shirtsareavailablefor$10to$20.)

• Drugs,alcohol,knives,guns,weaponsofanykind,etc.

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Sample Itinerary

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Sunday (Day 1)5:00 pm Arrive at CSM housing, unpack, and get to know host.5:30 pm Leader’s meeting6:00 pm Group Orientation7:00 pm Dinner at Vietnamese restaurant8:00 pm Prayer Tour10:00pm Debriefing11:00 pm Lights Out

Monday (Day 2) 7:00 am Breakfast and Devotions8:00 am Aurora Youth Program2:00 pm Ethnic Plunge5:00 pm Street Outreach Ministry7:00 pm Dinner at Greek restaurant8:30 pm Debrief11:00 pm Lights Out

Tuesday (Day 3) 7:00 am Breakfast and Devotions9:00 am Food Bank1:00 pm Urban Entry Discussion5:00 pm Denver Rescue Mission - Soup Kitchen7:00 pm Dinner at Thai restaurant8:30 pm Debrief11:00 pm Lights Out

Wednesday (Day 4) 7:00 am Breakfast and Devotions (pack lunches)9:00 am Tutor and mentor kids4:00 pm Senior Ministry - serve dinner and play games7:00 pm Dinner at Ethiopian Restaurant8:30 pm Debrief11:00 pm Lights Out

Thursday (Day 5)7:00 am Devotions (pack lunches)8:30 am Breakfast plunge10:30 am Food box distribution3:00 pm City Search - Dinner is what you can find on a budget8:00 pm Debrief11:00 pm Lights Out

Friday (Day 6)7:00 am Breakfast and Devotions8:00 am ESL and job skills training program1:00 pm Neighborhood Plunge5:00 pm Transitional Shelter – cook a meal and visit with residents7:00 pm Dinner at Middle Eastern restaurant8:00 pm Debrief11:00 pm Lights Out

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The best attitude to take into this experience is to pretend that you have arrived in a far-away land where the customs, language, food and thinking are very different from your own. Thinking about the inner-city this way will help you prepare for your time in the city. Safety is our number one priority and the following guidelines are to help you understand the culture of the city a little better.

1. While in the city, you will be guided by CSM staff. These are people who know the city and how to make your experience safe and meaningful. Please listen to CSM staff at all times and do not question decisions on the spot (wait until you are out of the immediate situation).

2. It is important that students are never outside of the CSM housing site without an adult sponsor.

3. There can be no yelling, whistling, gesturing, etc. out of the buildings or vehicles. This can be misinterpreted and may be dangerous.

4. Money should be handled out of sight so we do not create temptation for anyone. In addition, we ask that group members not give money to anyone. If you think that someone has a legitimate need, please refer him or her to CSM staff. This is for your own protection. If you have money that you want to give to people who need it, it is best to give it to one of the organizations where you will be serving, as money goes further that way. You may make extra sack lunches to give out, or maybe even invite someone to a ministry site for lunch.

5. You should always be aware of your surroundings and not so wrapped up in conversation that you don’t realize what is going on around you. The best way to avoid danger is to not walk into it.

6. Bathrooms and showers are at a premium. Due to limited space, we ask that your showers be five minutes maximum.

7. Lights out will be at 11 p.m. each night. Please keep noise down after 10pm. Be respectful of other groups staying with you as they might have an earlier day to plan for. Remember, we are living in a neighborhood where noise travels easily. Also, we have Open Door Staff living above us.

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8. Many ministry sites do not allow photographs to be taken because it takes away from your effectiveness to do ministry. In addition, many people don’t want their picture taken and some children cannot be photographed for legal reasons. If you want to take a picture, first check your motivation, then check with your CSM host.

9. Part of your CSM trip is experiencing the many cultures of the city through eating at ethnic restaurants. The people at the restaurants are very proud of their food (it’s an important part of their culture) so please be open to trying everything and being polite.

10. The key to inner-city ministry is flexibility. We have a schedule prepared for you, but God probably has something different in mind. If plans change, just accept it as God’s guidance for your trip and go with it.

11. It is important to remember that wherever you go, you are an ambassador for Jesus Christ. It will be quite obvious to city residents that you are not from the area, and many can also tell that you are with a church. Therefore, you will want to behave well towards each other and strangers. In addition, public displays of affection between men and women (students, leaders and/or CSM staff) such as teasing, roughhousing, and backrubs are inappropriate when with CSM and especially at ministry sites.

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CROSSROADS: BringdonationsofusedclothingandhouseholditemstoCrossroadsThriftstore.TellthemthecreditgoestoCornwall/Encounter.Theydonateapercentagetoourmissiontrips.Crossroadsislocatedat4145MeridianStreetinBellingham.

DONUT STAND: VolunteertorunthedonutsstandatchurchduringApriland/orJune.SignsupswillbeavailablestartingMarch6th.Individualswhohelpwillearncredittowardtheirtrips.YoucansignupatEncounter,orbycontactingDanorKristiat733.2150.

BABYSITTING on MARCH 15th: CornwallChurchishostingaCouplesComedyNightonMarch15thandwewillprovidethechildcare.Donationswillbedividedbetweentheindividualswhohelp.

ONE MORE OPPORTUNITY TBD:Possibleyardworkfundraisingopportunity.Moreinformationtocome.

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