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Sweden September 2024

Global Team

Sep 9 - 16, 2024

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Sweden September 2024

Global Team

Sep 9 - 16, 2024

REGISTRATION FULL // This team will plan, prepare and execute a Women's "Inspire" conference, making a Kingdom Impact as they use their gifts and talents to serve the women of the International Church in Stockholm, Sweden. **IMPORTANT NOTE** Must be in good physical condition as you will be walking approximately six miles a day and moving & lifting 30 lbs or more during set up of the event. The country of Sweden has limited ADA compliance, team members will need to be able to walk and work unassisted. TEAM LEADERS: Renee Johannesen | Shakopee Women's Event Lead Autumn Graham | Maple Grove Campus Pastor's Wife ==PASSPORT== Passports must not expire within 7 months of return date and must include 3 blank visa pages, not amendment pages. Please send a colored copy of your passport to megan.colvin@rivervalley.org. If you do not have a passport, please send confirmation of an ordered passport or confirmation that you have a passport appointment. This will be due within one week of your application being approved. ==REGISTRATION== Opens at 12 noon on Monday, April 8 and closes Monday, April 29. Registration for the team is on a first come, first served basis; To reserve your spot, please submit the online application, non-refundable deposit and a copy of your valid passport or receipt that your passport has been ordered/renewed. ==COST== $3,275 DEPOSIT: $200, due no later than March 25 with online application Total Amount Due: $1,225, due by Monday, May 6 Total Amount Due: $2,250, due by Monday, June 24 Total Amount Due: $3,275, due by Monday, August 5 INCLUDED IN COST: Airfare, food, transportation, Global Team swag gear, international insurance, and a donation to the Missionary Host. NOT INCLUDED IN COST: Passport fees and expenses not covered by international travel insurance ==MAX TEAM SIZE== 25 ==AGE RESTRICTIONS== Must be at least 18 years old ==HEALTH== **IMPORTANT NOTE** Must be in good physical condition as you will be walking approximately six miles a day and moving & lifting 30 lbs or more during set up of the event. The country of Sweden has limited ADA compliance, team members will need to be able to walk and work unassisted. Consult your personal physician for recommendations. Visit a travel clinic or check out cdc.gov ==GLOBAL TEAMS== Global Teams are designed to help meet the physical and spiritual needs of a specific community. We believe that command of Christ to go into all the world has not changed but we are certainly aware and respect the many challenges that exist locally and globally. We will absolutely do our best to take all the necessary precautions and work with our missionary hosts to adjust to the local guidelines but where there are needs and requests from our missionary partners and hosts, we want to provide an opportunity for those who are willing and able to go and help meet the needs. ==QUESTIONS== Email the Global Team Manager: Megan Colvin (megan.colvin@rivervalley.org) We'd love to have you on this team! ==APPLICATIONS OPEN== 2024-04-08 12:00:00
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Morocco September 2024

Global Team

Sep 14 - 21, 2024

Registration Full

Morocco September 2024

Global Team

Sep 14 - 21, 2024

REGISTRATION FULL // This team will have the opportunity to serve with some of our River Valley 500 as they share the love of Jesus through Arabic language lessons, relational evangelism, and interacting with Moroccans. TEAM LEADERS: Pastor Chris & Brandi Exley | Mobilization Pastor ==PASSPORT== Passports must not expire within 7 months of return date and must include 3 blank visa pages, not amendment pages. Please send a colored copy of your passport to megan.colvin@rivervalley.org. If you do not have a passport, please send confirmation of an ordered passport or confirmation that you have a passport appointment. This will be due within one week of your application being approved. ==REGISTRATION== Opens at 12 noon on Monday, March 4 and closes Monday, March 25. Registration for the team is on a first come, first served basis; To reserve your spot, please submit the online application, deposit and a copy of your valid passport or receipt that your passport has been ordered/renewed. ==COST== $3,495 DEPOSIT: $200, due no later than March 25 with online application Total Amount Due: $1,395, due by Monday, May 6 Total Amount Due: $2,4950, due by Monday, June 24 Total Amount Due: $3,495, due by Monday, August 5 INCLUDED IN COST: Airfare, food, transportation, Global Team swag gear, international insurance, and a donation to the Missionary Host. NOT INCLUDED IN COST: Passport fees, Security Fees (approx. $32) and expenses not covered by international travel insurance ==MAX TEAM SIZE== 12 ==AGE RESTRICTIONS== Must be at least 18 years old ==HEALTH== Consult your personal physician for recommendations. Visit a travel clinic or check out cdc.gov ==GLOBAL TEAMS== Global Teams are designed to help meet the physical and spiritual needs of a specific community. We believe that command of Christ to go into all the world has not changed but we are certainly aware and respect the many challenges that exist locally and globally. We will absolutely do our best to take all the necessary precautions and work with our missionary hosts to adjust to the local guidelines but where there are needs and requests from our missionary partners and hosts, we want to provide an opportunity for those who are willing and able to go and help meet the needs. ==QUESTIONS== Email the Global Team Manager: Megan Colvin (megan.colvin@rivervalley.org) We'd love to have you on this team! ==APPLICATIONS OPEN== 2024-03-4 12:00:00
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Indonesia September 2024

Global Team

Sep 15 - 25, 2024

Registration Full

Indonesia September 2024

Global Team

Sep 15 - 25, 2024

REGISTRATION CLOSED l This team will have the opportunity to lead English classes, prayer walk the city as well as encourage, support, and connect with missionaries serving in Indonesia. Team Leader: Lindsay Swiggum (Network Pastor) ==PASSPORT== Passports must not expire within 7 months of return date and must include 3 blank visa pages, not amendment pages. Please send a colored copy of your passport to rachel.schumacher@rivervalley.org. If you do not have a passport, please send confirmation of an ordered passport or confirmation that you have a passport appointment. This will be due within one week of your application being approved. ==REGISTRATION== Registration opens Monday, March 4 and closes Monday, March 25; Registration for the team is on a first come, first served basis; To reserve your spot, please submit the online application and deposit. ==COST== Trip Cost Total: $3,950 (ESTIMATED COST UNTIL AIRFARE IS PURCHASED) Deposit: $200, due no later than March 25, with online application Total Amount Due: $1,500, due by Monday, April 22 Total Amount Due: $2,800, due by June 3 Total Amount Due: $3,950, due by Monday, August 12 INCLUDED IN COST: Airfare, visa, food, lodging, transportation, Global Team swag gear, international insurance and a donation to the Missionary Host. NOT INCLUDED IN COST: Health expenses, security training (approx. $30). Global Team staff will update you regarding health details as they become available, More details to follow. ==MAX TEAM SIZE== MAX TEAM SIZE: 10 ==AGE RESTRICTIONS== Must be at least 18 years old ==HEALTH== Consult your personal physician for recommendations. Visit a travel clinic or check out cdc.gov. ==GLOBAL TEAMS== Global Teams are designed to help meet the physical and spiritual needs of a specific community. We believe that command of Christ to go into all the world has not changed but we are certainly aware and respect the many challenges that exist locally and globally. We will absolutely do our best to take all the necessary precautions and work with our missionary hosts to adjust to the local guidelines but where there are needs and requests from our missionary partners and hosts, we want to provide an opportunity for those who are willing and able to go and help meet the needs. ==QUESTIONS== Email the Global Team Manager: Rachel Schumacher (rachel.schumacher@rivervalley.org) We'd love to have you on this team! ==APPLICATIONS OPEN== 2024-03-04 12:00:00

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Thailand September 2024

Global Team

Sep 20 - 30, 2024

Registration Full

Thailand September 2024

Global Team

Sep 20 - 30, 2024

REGISTRATION FULL || If you are interested in being added to the waiting list for this team, you can email Cassie Gullickson at cassie.gullickson@rivervalley.org. |This team will have the opportunity to serve with some of the River Valley 500 and participate in children's ministry, teaching English or setting up an English camp, light construction and prayer walks. Team Leaders: Bradley & Michelle McCoy | City Campus Deacons Pastor Bish (Hendrik) Bisschoff | River Valley Church Vancouver Location Pastor ==PASSPORT== Passports must not expire within 6 months of return date and must include 3 blank visa pages, not amendment pages. Please send a colored copy of your passport to cassie.gullickson@rivervalley.org. If you do not have a passport, please send confirmation of an ordered passport or confirmation that you have a passport appointment. This will be due within one week of your application being approved. ==REGISTRATION== Opens at 12noon on Monday, March 4 and closes Monday, March 25; Registration for the team is on a first come, first served basis; To reserve your spot, please submit the online application and deposit. ==COST== Trip Cost Total: $3,895 USD (ESTIMATED COST UNTIL AIRFARE IS PURCHASED) Deposit: $200 USD, due no later than March 25, with online application Total Amount Due: $1,600 USD, due by Monday, April 29 Total Amount Due: $3,000 USD due by Monday, June 3 Total Amount Due: $3,895 USD due by Monday, August 5 INCLUDED IN COST: Airfare, food, lodging (hotel), transportation, Global Team swag gear, international insurance and a donation to the Missionary Host. NOT INCLUDED IN COST: Global Team staff will update you regarding health details if any arise. ==MAX TEAM SIZE== MAX TEAM SIZE: 20 ==AGE RESTRICTIONS== Must be at least 18 years old ==HEALTH== Consult your personal physician for recommendations. Visit a travel clinic or check out cdc.gov. ==INSURANCE== Your trip cost covers the expense of purchasing international travel insurance. It is unlikely that insurance would not cover something in a situation. Coverage includes giving each person up to $2,000 coverage if a travel delay, which includes COVID situations in the country. For those that would like a bit more detail, please email us for more information. ==REFUNDS== If you are unable to travel due to a positive COVID test or other medically related issues, we will do our very best to try and refund or credit you as much as possible but please note, that any expenses that have been pre-paid, pre-spent or are non-recoverable to us will not be able to be refunded or credited back to you. ==GLOBAL TEAMS== Global Teams are designed to help meet the physical and spiritual needs of a specific community. We believe that command of Christ to go into all the world has not changed but we are certainly aware and respect the many challenges that exist locally and globally. We will absolutely do our best to take all the necessary precautions and work with our missionary hosts to adjust to the local guidelines but where there are needs and requests from our missionary partners and hosts, we want to provide an opportunity for those who are willing and able to go and help meet the needs. ==QUESTIONS== Email the Global Team Manager: Cassie Gullickson (cassie.gullickson@rivervalley.org) We'd love to have you on this team! ==Applications Open== 2024-03-04 12:00:00
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Japan September 2024

Global Team

Sep 30 - Oct 8, 2024

Registration Full

Japan September 2024

Global Team

Sep 30 - Oct 8, 2024

REGISTRATION FULL l Great opportunity for those in their 20's to participate in relational evangelism through outreaches at the university, at cafes and even with the possibility of hosting/helping with an international party. (Location of Ministry: Tokyo or Yokohana) TEAM LEADER: Pastor Kaleb Graham (Maple Grove Campus Pastor) ==PASSPORT== Passports must not expire within 7 months of return date and must include 3 blank visa pages, not amendment pages. Please send a colored copy of your passport to rachel.schumacher@rivervalley.org. If you do not have a passport, please send confirmation of an ordered passport or confirmation that you have a passport appointment. This will be due within one week of your application being approved. ==REGISTRATION== Opens at 12noon on Monday, March 4 and closes Monday, March 25. Registration for the team is on a first come, first served basis; To reserve your spot, please submit the online application and deposit. ==COST== Trip Cost Total: $3,750 (ESTIMATED COST UNTIL AIRFARE IS PURCHASED) Deposit: $200, due no later than March 25, with online application. Total Amount Due: $1,500, due by Monday, April 22 Total Amount Due: $2,800, due by Monday, June 3 Total Amount Due: $3,750, due by Monday, August 12 INCLUDED IN COST: Airfare, food, lodging (hotel), transportation, Global Team swag gear, international insurance and a donation to the Missionary Host. NOT INCLUDED IN COST: Health expenses. Global Team staff will update you regarding visa and health details as they become available, more details to follow. ==MAX TEAM SIZE== MAX TEAM SIZE: 9 ==AGE RESTRICTIONS== Must be at least 18 years old ==HEALTH== Consult your personal physician for recommendations. Visit a travel clinic or check out cdc.gov. ==GLOBAL TEAMS== GLOBAL TEAMS are designed to help meet the physical and spiritual needs of a specific community. We believe that command of Christ to go into all the world has not changed but we are certainly aware and respect the many challenges that exist locally and globally. We will absolutely do our best to take all the necessary precautions and work with our missionary hosts to adjust to the local guidelines but where there are needs and requests from our missionary partners and hosts, we want to provide an opportunity for those who are willing and able to go and help meet the needs. ==QUESTIONS== Email the Global Team Manager: Rachel Schumacher (rachel.schumacher@rivervalley.org) We'd love to have you on this team! ==APPLICATIONS OPEN== 2024-03-04 12:00:00
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Turkey October 2024

Global Team

Oct 2 - 10, 2024

Registration Full

Turkey October 2024

Global Team

Oct 2 - 10, 2024

REGISTRATION FULL l Participate in a weekend English camp. Trekking and sharing the Gospel with those who have never heard. Connecting and encouraging our missionary partners. Team Leaders: Josh & Morgan High (Pastors at Shakopee Campus) ==PASSPORT== Passports must not expire within 7 months of return date and must include 3 blank visa pages, not amendment pages. Please send a colored copy of your passport to rachel.schumacher@rivervalley.org. If you do not have a passport, please send confirmation of an ordered passport or confirmation that you have a passport appointment. This will be due within one week of your application being approved. ==REGISTRATION== Registration opens Monday, April 8 and closes Monday, April 29; Registration for the team is on a first come, first served basis; To reserve your spot, please submit the online application and deposit. ==COST== Trip Cost Total: $3,800 (ESTIMATED COST UNTIL AIRFARE IS PURCHASED) Deposit: $200, due no later than April 29, with online application Total Amount Due: $1,500, due by Monday, June 3 Total Amount Due: $2,800, due by July 22 Total Amount Due: $3,800, due by Monday, September 2 INCLUDED IN COST: Airfare, food, lodging, transportation, Global Team swag gear, international insurance and a donation to the Missionary Host. NOT INCLUDED IN COST: Health expenses, security training (approx. $30). Global Team staff will update you regarding health details as they become available, More details to follow. ==MAX TEAM SIZE== MAX TEAM SIZE: 10 ==AGE RESTRICTIONS== Must be at least 18 years old ==HEALTH== Consult your personal physician for recommendations. Visit a travel clinic or check out cdc.gov. ==GLOBAL TEAMS== Global Teams are designed to help meet the physical and spiritual needs of a specific community. We believe that command of Christ to go into all the world has not changed but we are certainly aware and respect the many challenges that exist locally and globally. We will absolutely do our best to take all the necessary precautions and work with our missionary hosts to adjust to the local guidelines but where there are needs and requests from our missionary partners and hosts, we want to provide an opportunity for those who are willing and able to go and help meet the needs. ==QUESTIONS== Email the Global Team Manager: Rachel Schumacher (rachel.schumacher@rivervalley.org) We'd love to have you on this team! ==APPLICATIONS OPEN== 2024-04-08 12:00:00

Registration Full

Cyprus October 2024

Global Team

Oct 3 - 11, 2024

Registration Full

Cyprus October 2024

Global Team

Oct 3 - 11, 2024

REGISTRATION FULL l This team will have the opportunity to visit a couple of biblical sites, pray for and delve into diverse Muslim, Orthodox, and secular cultures and learn more about Business as Missions (BAM) with some of our River Valley 500. Team Leaders: Carl & Maria Sharperson (Deacons at City Campus) ==PASSPORT== Passports must not expire within 7 months of return date and must include 3 blank visa pages, not amendment pages. Please send a colored copy of your passport to rachel.schumacher@rivervalley.org. If you do not have a passport, please send confirmation of an ordered passport or confirmation that you have a passport appointment. This will be due within one week of your application being approved. ==REGISTRATION== Registration opens Monday, April 8 and closes Monday, April 29; Registration for the team is on a first come, first served basis; To reserve your spot, please submit the online application and deposit. ==COST== Trip Cost Total: $3,950 (ESTIMATED COST UNTIL AIRFARE IS PURCHASED) Deposit: $200, due no later than April 29, with online application Total Amount Due: $1,600, due by Monday, June 3 Total Amount Due: $3,000, due by July 22 Total Amount Due: $3,950, due by Monday, September 2 INCLUDED IN COST: Airfare, food, lodging, transportation, Global Team swag gear, international insurance and a donation to the Missionary Host. NOT INCLUDED IN COST: Health expenses, security training (approx. $30). Global Team staff will update you regarding health details as they become available, More details to follow. ==MAX TEAM SIZE== MAX TEAM SIZE: 10 ==AGE RESTRICTIONS== Must be at least 18 years old ==HEALTH== Consult your personal physician for recommendations. Visit a travel clinic or check out cdc.gov. ==GLOBAL TEAMS== Global Teams are designed to help meet the physical and spiritual needs of a specific community. We believe that command of Christ to go into all the world has not changed but we are certainly aware and respect the many challenges that exist locally and globally. We will absolutely do our best to take all the necessary precautions and work with our missionary hosts to adjust to the local guidelines but where there are needs and requests from our missionary partners and hosts, we want to provide an opportunity for those who are willing and able to go and help meet the needs. ==QUESTIONS== Email the Global Team Manager: Rachel Schumacher (rachel.schumacher@rivervalley.org) We'd love to have you on this team! ==APPLICATIONS OPEN== 2024-04-08 12:00:00

Registration Full

Romania October 2024

Global Team

Oct 6 - 14, 2024

Registration Full

Romania October 2024

Global Team

Oct 6 - 14, 2024

REGISTRATION CLOSED // This team will be traveling to Romania to be a support and encouragement to our partners on the ground. You’ll have an opportunity to meet local leaders and hear stories of how God has changed their hearts and given them a desire to transform Romania. Team Leaders: Carson & Erin King | Crosstown Campus Deacons ==PASSPORT== Passports must not expire within 7 months of return date and must include 3 blank visa pages, not amendment pages. Please send a colored copy of your passport to rachel.schumacher@rivervalley.org. If you do not have a passport, please send confirmation of an ordered passport or confirmation that you have a passport appointment. This will be due within one week of your application being approved. ==REGISTRATION== Registration opens Monday, April 8 and closes Monday, May 6; Registration for the team is on a first come, first served basis; To reserve your spot, please submit the online application and deposit. ==COST== Trip Cost Total: $3295 (ESTIMATED COST UNTIL AIRFARE IS PURCHASED) Deposit: $200, due no later than May 6, with online application Total Amount Due: $1400 , due by Monday, June 3 Total Amount Due: $2295, due by Monday, July 29 Total Amount Due: $3295, due by Monday, September 15 INCLUDED IN COST: Airfare, food, lodging, transportation, Global Team swag gear, international insurance and a donation to the Missionary Host. NOT INCLUDED IN COST: Health expenses, security training (approx. $30). Global Team staff will update you regarding health details as they become available, More details to follow. ==MAX TEAM SIZE== MAX TEAM SIZE: 18 ==AGE RESTRICTIONS== Must be at least 18 years old ==HEALTH== Consult your personal physician for recommendations. Visit a travel clinic or check out cdc.gov. ==GLOBAL TEAMS== Global Teams are designed to help meet the physical and spiritual needs of a specific community. We believe that command of Christ to go into all the world has not changed but we are certainly aware and respect the many challenges that exist locally and globally. We will absolutely do our best to take all the necessary precautions and work with our missionary hosts to adjust to the local guidelines but where there are needs and requests from our missionary partners and hosts, we want to provide an opportunity for those who are willing and able to go and help meet the needs. ==QUESTIONS== Email the Global Team Manager: Megan Colvin (megan.colvin@rivervalley.org) We'd love to have you on this team! ==APPLICATIONS OPEN== 2024-04-08 12:00:00

Registration Full

East Africa October 2024

Global Team

Oct 12 - 21, 2024

Registration Full

East Africa October 2024

Global Team

Oct 12 - 21, 2024

REGISTRATION FULL // This Global team will be traveling to East Africa to experience day to day life with our hosts. Enjoying face to face connection with local English students, investing spiritually through prayer, exploring the city and local culture, and learning about dignity, lostness, and passion for Jesus among the unreached. Team Leaders: Pastors Mark & Pam Johnson | Care Pastors ==PASSPORT== Passports must not expire within 7 months of return date and must include 3 blank visa pages, not amendment pages. Please send a colored copy of your passport to rachel.schumacher@rivervalley.org. If you do not have a passport, please send confirmation of an ordered passport or confirmation that you have a passport appointment. This will be due within one week of your application being approved. ==REGISTRATION== Registration opens Monday, April 8 and closes Monday, April 29; Registration for the team is on a first come, first served basis; To reserve your spot, please submit the online application and deposit. ==COST== Trip Cost Total: $3995 (ESTIMATED COST UNTIL AIRFARE IS PURCHASED) Deposit: $200, due no later than April 22, with online application Total Amount Due: $2000, due by Monday, June 3 Total Amount Due: $3000, due by Monday, July 29 Total Amount Due: $3995, due by Monday, September 15 INCLUDED IN COST: Airfare, food, lodging, transportation, Global Team swag gear, international insurance and a donation to the Missionary Host. NOT INCLUDED IN COST: Health expenses, security training (approx. $30). Global Team staff will update you regarding health details as they become available, More details to follow. ==MAX TEAM SIZE== MAX TEAM SIZE: 12 ==AGE RESTRICTIONS== Must be at least 18 years old ==HEALTH== Consult your personal physician for recommendations. Visit a travel clinic or check out cdc.gov. ==GLOBAL TEAMS== Global Teams are designed to help meet the physical and spiritual needs of a specific community. We believe that command of Christ to go into all the world has not changed but we are certainly aware and respect the many challenges that exist locally and globally. We will absolutely do our best to take all the necessary precautions and work with our missionary hosts to adjust to the local guidelines but where there are needs and requests from our missionary partners and hosts, we want to provide an opportunity for those who are willing and able to go and help meet the needs. ==QUESTIONS== Email the Global Team Manager: Megan Colvin (megan.colvin@rivervalley.org) We'd love to have you on this team! ==APPLICATIONS OPEN== 2024-04-08 12:00:00

Registration Full

Berlin October 2024

Global Team

Oct 26 - Nov 3, 2024

Registration Full

Berlin October 2024

Global Team

Oct 26 - Nov 3, 2024

REGISTRATION FULL || If you are interested in being added to the waiting list for this team, you can email Cassie Gullickson at cassie.gullickson@rivervalley.org. | This team will have the opportunity to interact with the Turkish people throughout the city, experiencing the Turkish Culture in Berlin, prayer walking and learning language. Team Leaders: Pastor Anthony Cox (Campus Pastor | City Campus) ==PASSPORT== Passports must not expire within 6 months of return date and must include 3 blank visa pages, not amendment pages. Please send a colored copy of your passport to cassie.gullickson@rivervalley.org. If you do not have a passport, please send confirmation of an ordered passport or confirmation that you have a passport appointment. This will be due within one week of your application being approved. ==REGISTRATION== Opens at 12noon on Monday, April 8 and closes Monday, April 29 Registration for the team is on a first come, first served basis To reserve your spot, please submit the online application and deposit. ==COST== Trip Cost Total: $2995 Deposit: $200, due no later than April 29, with online application Total Amount Due: $1,200, due by Monday, May 13 Total Amount Due: $2200, due by Monday, July 15 Total Amount Due: $2995, due by Monday, September 16 INCLUDED IN COST: Airfare, food, lodging (hotel/AirBnB), transportation, Global Team swag gear, international insurance and a donation to the Missionary Host. NOT INCLUDED IN COST: Security training ($30) ==MAX TEAM SIZE== MAX TEAM SIZE: 10 ==AGE RESTRICTIONS== Must be at least 18 years old ==INSURANCE== Your trip cost covers the expense of purchasing international travel insurance. It is unlikely that insurance would not cover something in a situation. Coverage includes giving each person up to $2,000 coverage if a travel delay, which includes COVID situations in the country. For those that would like a bit more detail, please email us for more information. ==GLOBAL TEAMS== Global Teams are designed to help meet the physical and spiritual needs of a specific community. We believe that command of Christ to go into all the world has not changed but we are certainly aware and respect the many challenges that exist locally and globally. We will absolutely do our best to take all the necessary precautions and work with our missionary hosts to adjust to the local guidelines but where there are needs and requests from our missionary partners and hosts, we want to provide an opportunity for those who are willing and able to go and help meet the needs. ==QUESTIONS== Email the Global Team Manager: Cassie Gullickson (cassie.gullickson@rivervalley.org) We'd love to have you on this team! ==APPLICATIONS OPEN== 2024-04-08 12:00:00

UPCOMING Global Teams

Global Team

Dec 1 - 31, 2025

UPCOMING Global Teams

Global Team

Dec 1 - 31, 2025

As more details are confirmed, we will update the website. (ie. Team Leaders, Dates, Locations) Specific details for the Global Team (ie. cost) will be available closer to the registration open date. ==MAY 2025== Global Team Lithuania. Leader: Pastor Josiah Christian. Tentative dates: May 13 - 21. Registration is scheduled to open November 4. Ministry details: TBD. (Team Manager: Rachel Schumacher - rachel.schumacher@rivervalley.org) Global Team Turkey. Leader: Pastor Carter & Paula Teply. Tentative dates: May 3 -11. Registration is scheduled to open November 4. Ministry details: TBD. (Team Manager: Rachel Schumacher - rachel.schumacher@rivervalley.org) Global Team Wildwood Hills. Leaders: Katie LeBlanc & Brittany Strange. Dates: TBD. Registration is scheduled to open November 4. This team will serve parents & children during a Foster Families Retreat at Wildwood Hills Ranch in St. Charles, Iowa. Caring for children while parents complete training, providing games & activities for parents & children, encouraging, supporting and praying for families & Ranch staff. (Team Manager: Heather Gruenhagen - heather.gruenhagen@rivervalley.org) ==JUNE 2025== Global Team Azerbaijan. Leaders: TBD Tentative dates: June 20 - July 1. Registration is scheduled to open November 4. This Global Team will have the opportunity to participate in English conversation clubs, building relationships and opening doors for our hosts to follow up with and engage locals in ongoing deeper faith conversations. (Team Manager: Megan Colvin - megan.colvin@rivervalley.org) Global Team Japan. Leader: Pastor Alan & Heidi Pastian. Tentative dates: June 16 - 24. Registration is scheduled to open November 4. Ministry details: TBD. (Team Manager: Rachel Schumacher - rachel.schumacher@rivervalley.org) ==JULY 2025== Global Team Bosnia. Leaders: TBD. Tentative dates: July 21 - 29. Registration is scheduled to open January 6. Ministry details: TBD. (Team Manager: Rachel Schumacher - rachel.schumacher@rivervalley.org) Global Team Maldives. Leaders: Chris & Brandy Exley Tentative dates: July 7-14. Registration is scheduled to open January 6. This Global Team will have the opportunity to participate in community service projects that allow us to engage and bless the local community and begin relationships the hosts can follow up with and develop. There may also be opportunities for businessmen to lead training sessions and pastors to assist with leadership a training conference. (Team Manager: Megan Colvin - megan.colvin@rivervalley.org) Global Team Wildwood Hills. Leaders: Carson & Erin King. Dates: TBD. Registration is scheduled to open January 6. This family team will serve for one weekend and assist Ranch staff at Wildwood Hills Ranch in St. Charles, Iowa, by preparing a final meal for the staff and minor clean up of the ranch. (Team Manager: Heather Gruenhagen - heather.gruenhagen@rivervalley.org) Global Team New York City - Teen Challenge. Leaders: Noah & Josee Melan. Dates: July 11-18, 2025. Registration is scheduled to open January 6. (Team Manager: Heather Gruenhagen - heather.gruenhagen@rivervalley.org) ==AUGUST 2025== Global Team Belize. Leaders: Derek & Katrina Severson. Tentative dates: August 3 - 10. Registration is scheduled to open February 3. Ministry details: TBD. (Team Manager: Rachel Schumacher - rachel.schumacher@rivervalley.org) Global Team Argentina Leaders: Pastors Josh & Morgan High. Tentative dates: August 1 -9. Registration is scheduled to open February 3. Ministry details: TBD. (Team Manager: Rachel Schumacher - rachel.schumacher@rivervalley.org) Global Team Hungary. Leaders: Chad & Tani Helgemoe Tentative dates: September 8-15. Registration is scheduled to open February 3 This Global Team will have the opportunity to participate in evangelism through connecting with local communities in Budapest. (Team Manager: Megan Colvin - megan.colvin@rivervalley.org) Global Team Vancouver. Leaders: Calvin & Michaela Johnson. August 17-25. Registration is scheduled to open February 3. This team will have the chance to do community outreach and relational evangelism. (Team Manager: Heather Gruenhagen - heather.gruenhagen@rivervalley.org). ==SEPTEMBER 2025== Global Team Cuba Leaders: Mark & Jamie Kenney Tentative dates: September 13-20. Registration is scheduled to open March 3 This Global Team will have the opportunity to participate in: visiting local pastors, supporting their ministries through: prayer, evangelism, marriage ministry, children's ministry & minor repair projects. (Team Manager: Megan Colvin - megan.colvin@rivervalley.org) Global Team India. Leaders: Carl & Maria Sharperson Tentative dates: TBD Registration is scheduled to open March 3 This Global Team will have the opportunity to participate in prayer walks and experiencing a day in the life of a Global Worker and how they engage with people while sharing the love of Jesus through their actions. (Team Manager: Megan Colvin - megan.colvin@rivervalley.org) ==OCTOBER 2025== Global Team Kyrgyzstan Leaders: Justin & Tara Mack Tentative dates: October 28-November 5. Registration is scheduled to open April 7. This Global Team will have the opportunity to connect with a team of workers as they participate in language class, learn how to share your faith, visit a local mosque, pray as you walk and learn more about the area and meet workers that are new to their assignment and encourage them in their next steps. (Team Manager: Megan Colvin - megan.colvin@rivervalley.org) Global Team South Africa Leaders: Kaleb & Autumn Graham. Tentative dates: TBD. Registration is scheduled to open April 7. This Global Team will have the opportunity to work with Urban Tribe hosting Kid's crusades, Youth conference and serve at the local Orphan village. (Team Manager: Megan Colvin - megan.colvin@rivervalley.org) Global Team Turkey. Leaders: Pastor Zeus & Tawsha Vital. Tentative dates: October 7 - 15. Registration is scheduled to open April 7. Ministry details: TBD. (Team Manager: Rachel Schumacher - rachel.schumacher@rivervalley.org) ==NOVEMBER 2025== Global Team Southeast Asia. Leaders: Mark & Pam Johnson. Tentative dates: November 1-11. Registration is scheduled to open May 5. This team will have the opportunity to participate in cultural activities to better understand the local community and engage with the local community through personal conversations & interactions, learning how to share the love of Jesus with locals. (Team Manager: Megan Colvin - megan.colvin@rivervalley.org) Global Team France. Leaders: Matt & Heather Longawa. November 7-17. Registration is scheduled to open May 5. This team will be traveling to France where some of our River Valley 500 are currently serving. The team will be working with: the church plant, people seeking refuge and community outreach. (Team Manager: Heather Gruenhagen - heather.gruenhagen@rivervalley.org). ==DECEMBER 2025== Global Team Indonesia Leaders: Pastor Neil & Tricia Turner. Tentative dates: December 2 - 11. Registration is scheduled to open June 2. Ministry details: TBD. (Team Manager: Rachel Schumacher - rachel.schumacher@rivervalley.org) Global Team United Arab Emirates. Leaders: Aaron & Sue Topp. Tentative dates: December 6-15. Registration is scheduled to open May 5. This team will have the opportunity to work alongside one of River Valley 500 families, experiencing Emirati culture, connecting with locals, encountering God's heart for the unreached, and hearing testimonies of changed lives. (Team Manager: Megan Colvin - megan.colvin@rivervalley.org) ==QUESTIONS== Email globalproject@rivervalley.org. More Global Teams to be announced as they are finalized!!! Stay tuned!