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Barcelona February 2025

Global Team

Feb 15 - 23, 2025

Registration Full

Barcelona February 2025

Global Team

Feb 15 - 23, 2025

REGISTRATION FULL || This team will have the opportunity to participate in construction projects, visiting an international church, prayer walks and relational evangelism. TEAM LEADERS: Bradley & Michelle McCoy | City Campus Deacons ==REGISTRATION== Opens at 12 noon on Monday, August 5 and closes Monday, August 26. Registration for the team is on a first come, first served basis; To reserve your spot, please submit the online application and deposit. ==COST== $3050 Included in cost: Airfare, food & lodging Global Team swag gear and donation to Ability Tree Deposit: $200 due by Monday, August 26 Total Amount Due: $1200 due by Monday, September 30 Total Amount Due: $2200 due by Monday, October 28 Total Amount Due: $3050 due by Monday, December 30 ==MAX TEAM SIZE== 25 ==AGE RESTRICTIONS== Must be at least 18 years of age ==Health== Consult your personal physician for recommendations ==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== 2024-08-05 12:00:00

Registration Full

Dubai February 2025

Global Team

Feb 18 - 26, 2025

Registration Full

Dubai February 2025

Global Team

Feb 18 - 26, 2025

REGISTRATION CLOSED // This Global Team will have the opportunity to travel to Dubai where some of our River Valley 500 are currently serving. Opportunities may include sharing the Gospel with those that have never heard it as well as encouraging and supporting our missionaries. Team Leaders: Pastor Terry and Christina Parkman (Lead 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== Registration opens Monday, August 5, and closes Monday, August 26; 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: $3,500 (ESTIMATED COST UNTIL AIRFARE IS PURCHASED) Deposit: $200, due no later than August 26, with online application Total Amount Due: $1,400, due by Monday, October 14 Total Amount Due: $2,600, due by Monday, December 2 Total Amount Due: $3,500, due by Monday, January 6 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, 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: Rachel Schumacher (rachel.schumacher@rivervalley.org) We'd love to have you on this team! ==APPLICATIONS OPEN== 2024-08-05 12:00:00

Southern Asia March 2025

Global Team

Mar 3 - 11, 2025

Southern Asia March 2025

Global Team

Mar 3 - 11, 2025

Sharing the Gospel one-on-one with those who have likely never heard it before. Possible trekking and prayer walks through unreached areas. Connecting with and encouraging our missionary partners. Visiting a Kingdom Builder partner project. Team Leaders: Danny & Netta Lundquist (Shakopee Campus) and Josh & Maisy Evanson (Vancouver 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, October 7 and closes Monday, October 28; 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: $3,900 (ESTIMATED COST UNTIL AIRFARE IS PURCHASED) Deposit: $200, due no later than October 28, with online application Total Amount Due: $1,500, due by Monday, November 11 Total Amount Due: $2,800, due by Monday, December 16 Total Amount Due: $3,900, due by Monday, January 20 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, 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: Heather Gruenhagen (heather.gruenhagen@rivervalley.org) We'd love to have you on this team! ==APPLICATIONS OPEN== 2024-10-07 12:00:00

Cambodia March 2025

Global Team

Mar 7 - 17, 2025

Cambodia March 2025

Global Team

Mar 7 - 17, 2025

This team will have the opportunity to participate in children's ministry VBS, teaching English, light construction, painting and minor repairs in Cambodia! TEAM LEADERS: Brian & Angie Bomgren ==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 heather.gruenhagen@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, September 16 and closes Monday, October 7. 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== $3,995.00 DEPOSIT: $200, due no later than October 7 with online application Total Amount Due: $1,400 due by Monday, September 30 Total Amount Due: $2,800, due by Monday, November 18 Total Amount Due: $3,995, due by Monday, January 13 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== 15 ==AGE RESTRICTIONS== Designed for team members 12 years of age and up Anyone under the age of 18 needs to be accompanied by a parent or guardian Team size up to 15 Team Members ==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== 2024-09-16 12:00:00

Egypt March 2025

Global Team

Mar 14 - 22, 2025

Egypt March 2025

Global Team

Mar 14 - 22, 2025

This team will have the opportunity to serve with some of our Missionary partners as they share the love of Jesus through Arabic language lessons, relational evangelism, and interacting with Egyptians. TEAM LEADERS: Anthony (City Campus Pastor) & Hannah Cox ==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 12 noon on Monday, September 16 and closes Monday, October 7. 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== $3,500 DEPOSIT: $200, due no later than October 7 with online application Total Amount Due: $1,600 due by November 18 Total Amount Due: $2,700 due by January 6 Total Amount Due: $3,500 due by February 10 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== 40 ==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== 2024-09-16 12:00:00

Jungle Hospital March 2025

Global Team

Mar 15 - 22, 2025

Jungle Hospital March 2025

Global Team

Mar 15 - 22, 2025

This team of medical professionals will be partnering with the Jungle Hospital in Honduras, one of our Kingdom Builders partners. The team is designed for adults who are trained medical professionals (physicians, nurses, dentists, etc.) or can serve as a Spanish speaking interpreter. Please note, this is a medical team and approval of your application is upon the review that your skill set is still needed for this team. It is first come first serve. See below for more details on requirements. Team Leader: Max Lundeen (Global Project Leader 5+ years) ==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, September 16 and closes Monday, October 7; 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: $3,150 (ESTIMATED COST UNTIL AIRFARE IS PURCHASED) Deposit: $200, due no later than October 7, with online application Total Amount Due: $1,300, due by Monday, November 18 Total Amount Due: $2,400, due by Monday, January 6 Total Amount Due: $3,150, due by Monday, February 10 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. Global Team staff will update you regarding health details as they become available, More details to follow. ==REQUIREMENTS== Medical Professionals or a fluent Spanish interpreter Needed: 3 - 4 medical providers (MD, DO, PA, NP) Needed: 1 - 2 dentists Needed: 4 - 6 nurses Needed: 4-6 Spanish interpreters Needed: Other Medical Professionals - Physical Therapist, Massage Therapist, Ultrasound Tech, EMT/Paramedic, Chiropractic, Pharmacist ==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. ==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== 2024-09-16 12:00:00

Jordan April 2025

Global Team

Apr 3 - 12, 2025

Jordan April 2025

Global Team

Apr 3 - 12, 2025

Opportunities may include English conversations, sharing the gospel with those that have never heard it, as well as encouraging and supporting our missionaries. Team Leaders: Davey (Apple Valley Campus Pastor) & Nicole Collins ==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 heather.gruenhagen@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, October 7 and closes Monday, October 28; Registration for the team is on a first come, first served basis; To reserve your spot, please submit the online application and non - refundable deposit. ==COST== Trip Cost Total: $3,800 Deposit: $200, due no later than Monday, October 28, with online application Total Amount Due: $1,500 due by Monday, November 25 Total Amount Due: $2,800 due by Monday, January 13 Total Amount Due: $3,800 due by Monday, February 24 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. $32). Global Team staff will update you regarding health details as they become available, More details to follow. ==MAX TEAM SIZE== MAX TEAM SIZE: 8 ==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: Heather Gruenhagen (heather.gruenhagen@rivervalley.org) We'd love to have you on this team! ==APPLICATIONS OPEN== 2024-10-07 12:00:00

Madrid April 2025

Global Team

Apr 5 - 12, 2025

Madrid April 2025

Global Team

Apr 5 - 12, 2025

This Global Team will be traveling to Madrid, Spain to attend an evangelism training center and participate in evangelism workshops, street evangelism and prayer walks around the city. TEAM LEADERS: Keith & Kristin Peterson | Elders of River Valley Church ==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 12 noon on Monday, September 16 and closes Monday, September 30. 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== $3,295 DEPOSIT: $200, due no later than September 30, with online application Total Amount Due: $1400, due by Monday, December 2 Total Amount Due: $2600, due by Monday, January 13 Total Amount Due: $3,295, due by Monday, March 3 INCLUDED IN COST: Airfare, food, transportation, Global Team swag gear, international insurance, and a donation to the Missionary Host. NOT INCLUDED IN COST: Passport fee, expenses not covered by international travel insurance ==MAX TEAM SIZE== 15 ==AGE RESTRICTIONS== Must be at least 18 years old Designed for adults and young adults ==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: Cassie Gullickson (cassie.gullickson@rivervalley.org) We'd love to have you on this team! ==APPLICATIONS OPEN== 2024-09-16 12:00:00

LA Dream Center April 2025

Global Team

Apr 21 - 26, 2025

LA Dream Center April 2025

Global Team

Apr 21 - 26, 2025

This team will be partnering with the L.A. Dream Center, one of our Kingdom Builders partners, to serve the community through various service projects, meal distribution, and foster care intervention. LOS ANGELES DREAM CENTER: Located on 8.8 acres (2 miles from downtown L.A.). Reaches 40,000 people each month. 200+ ministries & outreaches. More info at www.dreamcenter.org Team Leaders: Chris & Ashleigh Cutt ==REGISTRATION== Registration for the team is on a first come, first served basis To reserve your spot, please submit the online application and deposit of $200 Registration opens on October 7 at 12noon Registration closes on October 28. ==COST== $1,695 COST INCLUDES AIRFARE Deposit. $200 due no later than October 28, with online application 2nd payment: $550 due by Monday, December 2 3rd payment: $550 due by Monday, January 20 Final Payment: $395 due by Monday, February 24 INCLUDED IN COST: Airfare, food, lodging , transportation in California, Global Team swag gear, and donation to the Missionary Host ==LODGING== LA Dream Center ==MAX TEAM SIZE== Max team size: 20 ==AGE RESTRICTIONS== Ages 13+ (13 - 17 will need a parent / guardian to travel) Team size up to 20 Team Members ==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: Heather Gruenhagen (heather.gruenhagen@rivervalley.org) We'd love to have you on this team! ==Applications Open== 2024-10-07 12:00:00

Central Asia April 2025

Global Team

Apr 24 - May 4, 2025

Central Asia April 2025

Global Team

Apr 24 - May 4, 2025

This Global Team will be traveling to Central Asia to participate in humanitarian work and business development, assisting with coaching/training in health, agriculture or business. The team may also facilitate a Holy Spirit Retreat for the local church. TEAM LEADERS: Matt & Stephanie Swanson ==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, October 7 and closes Monday, October 28. 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== $3,995.00 DEPOSIT: $200, due no later than October 7 with online application Total Amount Due: $1,400 due by Monday, September 30 Total Amount Due: $2,800, due by Monday, November 18 Total Amount Due: $3,995, due by Monday, January 13 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== 2024-10-7 12:00:00

England May 2025

Global Team

May 9 - 18, 2025

England May 2025

Global Team

May 9 - 18, 2025

This team will have the opportunity to participate in community outreach events inviting people to their new church in Liverpool. TEAM LEADERS: Patraic & Daralee Utecht ==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, November 4 and closes Monday, November 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== $3,375.00 DEPOSIT: $200, due no later than November 25 with online application Total Amount Due: $1,400 due by Monday, January 6 Total Amount Due: $2,475, due by Monday, March 3 Total Amount Due: $3,375, due by Monday, April 14 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== 15 ==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== 2024-11-4 12:00:00

Global Worker Family Retreat (Workers) August 2025

Global Team

Aug 9 - 13, 2025

Global Worker Family Retreat (Workers) August 2025

Global Team

Aug 9 - 13, 2025

Workers retreat - workers registration ONLY

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!