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Japan June 2025

Global Team

Jun 16 - 24, 2025

Japan June 2025

Global Team

Jun 16 - 24, 2025

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. (Possibly location of Ministry: Tokyo or Yokohana) TEAM LEADERS: Pastor Alan & Heidi Pastian (Crosstown 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, December 9 and closes Monday, December 30. 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: $3,300 (ESTIMATED COST UNTIL AIRFARE IS PURCHASED) Deposit: $200, due no later than December 30, with online application. Total Amount Due: $1,300, due by Monday, February 10 Total Amount Due: $2,400, due by Monday, March 24 Total Amount Due: $3,300, due by Monday, May 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: 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: 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== 2024-12-09 12:00:00

Barcelona June 2025

Global Team

Jun 20 - 28, 2025

Barcelona June 2025

Global Team

Jun 20 - 28, 2025

YOUTH ONLY TEAM: This Global Team will be traveling to Barcelona to support and encourage some of our supported workers on the ground. The team will be assisting at a kids camp with a church in Barcelona. TEAM LEADERS: Pastor Grayson & Lexi Pruitt (YTH Pastor | Eagan 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. All passports must be turned in by June 2, 2025. ==COST== $3,,700 DEPOSIT: $200, due at registration Total Amount Due: $1400, due by Monday, January 27 Total Amount Due: $2600, due by Monday, March 17 Total Amount Due: $3,700, due by Monday, May 12 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== 25 ==AGE RESTRICTIONS== Must currently be in 10th, 11th or 12th grade ==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== 2024-12-11 20:00:00

Indonesia July 2025

Global Team

Jul 20 - 30, 2025

Indonesia July 2025

Global Team

Jul 20 - 30, 2025

YOUTH ONLY TEAM: This Global Team will be traveling to Indonesia to support and encourage some of our supported workers on the ground. The team will be assisting at an English camp. TEAM LEADERS: Pastor Tyler & Niki Geraghty (YTH Pastor | Crosstown 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. All passports must be turned in by July 7, 2025. ==COST== $3,895 DEPOSIT: $200, due at registration Total Amount Due: $1400, due by Monday, February 10 Total Amount Due: $3000, due by Monday, April 14 Total Amount Due: $3,895, due by Monday, June 30 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 currently be in 10th, 11th or 12th grade ==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== 2024-12-11 20:00:00

Bosnia July 2025

Global Team

Jul 21 - 29, 2025

Bosnia July 2025

Global Team

Jul 21 - 29, 2025

This Global Team will have the opportunity to travel to Bosnia 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: Matt & Christina Lemos (Leaders 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, January 6 and closes Monday, January 27; 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: $2,950 (ESTIMATED COST UNTIL AIRFARE IS PURCHASED) Deposit: $200, due no later than January 27, with online application Total Amount Due: $1,150, due by Monday, March 10 Total Amount Due: $2,100, due by Monday, April 21 Total Amount Due: $2,950, due by Monday, June 2 INCLUDED IN COST: Airfare, food, lodging (Cabins at Youth Camp; couples housing together is unfortunately not an option), transportation, Global Team swag gear, international insurance and a donation to the Missionary Host. NOT INCLUDED IN COST: Health expenses, security training (approx. $30) and cost of visa. Global Team staff will update you regarding health details as they become available, More details to follow. ==MAX TEAM SIZE== MAX TEAM SIZE: 20 ==AGE RESTRICTIONS== 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== 2025-01-6 12:00:00
Virtual

Thailand July 2025

Global Team

Jul 21 - 24, 2025

Virtual

Thailand July 2025

Global Team

Jul 21 - 24, 2025

Virtual Global Team: This team will be traveling virtually to Thailand for 4 mornings to connect with and support our River Valley 500 missionaries serving in Thailand, experience the culture, encounter God's heart for the unreached, and hear testimonies of changed lives. Team Leaders: Hannah Robinson (Connections Pastor at City Campus) Dates: July 14 from 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm, and July 21 - 24, from 6:00 am - 8:00 am ==MAX TEAM SIZE== Max team size is 20 ==REGISTRATION== Opens at 12 noon on Monday, May 5 and closes Monday, May 26 ==COST== DEPOSIT/PAYMENT: $50, due no later than May 26, with online application INCLUDED IN COST: Experience bag ==OPTIONAL ADD-ONS== Additional participants (E.g.: spouse, child, friend, etc.) - $25 each; Must join on the same screen/device as the main participant; Email the Team Manager (see below for contact details) if you’d like to add someone ==SHIPPING== Out of state shipping of experience bag, $15; please send this request to the team manager no later than June 2 **Please note that only participants that pay the $50 payment will receive an experience bag. Add-on participants do not. ==VIRTUAL GLOBAL TEAMS== Virtual Global Teams are designed to help connect with missionaries from around the world ==QUESTIONS== Email the Global Team Manager: Rachel Schumacher (rachel.schumacher@rivervalley.org) We'd love to have you on this virtual team! ==APPLICATIONS OPEN== 2025-05-05 12:00:00

Virtual

Dubai July 2025

Global Team

Jul 28 - 31, 2025

Virtual

Dubai July 2025

Global Team

Jul 28 - 31, 2025

Virtual Global Team: This team will be traveling virtually to Dubai for 4 mornings to connect with and support our River Valley 500 missionaries serving in Dubai, experience the culture, encounter God's heart for the unreached, and hear testimonies of changed lives. Team Leaders: Todd & Jalene Flicek (Leaders in Global Project) Dates: July 20 from 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm, and July 28 - 31, from 6:00 am - 8:00 am ==MAX TEAM SIZE== Max team size is 20 ==REGISTRATION== Opens at 12 noon on Monday, May 5 and closes Monday, May 26 ==COST== DEPOSIT/PAYMENT: $50, due no later than May 26, with online application INCLUDED IN COST: Experience bag ==OPTIONAL ADD-ONS== Additional participants (E.g.: spouse, child, friend, etc.) - $25 each; Must join on the same screen/device as the main participant; Email the Team Manager (see below for contact details) if you’d like to add someone ==SHIPPING== Out of state shipping of experience bag, $15; please send this request to the team manager no later than June 30 **Please note that only participants that pay the $50 payment will receive an experience bag. Add-on participants do not. ==VIRTUAL GLOBAL TEAMS== Virtual Global Teams are designed to help connect with missionaries from around the world ==QUESTIONS== Email the Global Team Manager: Rachel Schumacher (rachel.schumacher@rivervalley.org) We'd love to have you on this virtual team! ==APPLICATIONS OPEN== 2025-05-05 12:00:00

Argentina August 2025

Global Team

Aug 1 - 9, 2025

Argentina August 2025

Global Team

Aug 1 - 9, 2025

This Global Team will have the opportunity to travel to Argentina where some of our missionaries are currently serving. Opportunities may include some minor construction or possibly other projects to improve the campus at the Bible School. Team Leaders: Josh and 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, February 3 and closes Monday, February 24; 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: $3,375 (ESTIMATED COST UNTIL AIRFARE IS PURCHASED) Deposit: $200, due no later than February 24, with online application Total Amount Due: $1,300, due by Monday, March 10 Total Amount Due: $2,400, due by Monday, April 21 Total Amount Due: $3,375, due by Monday, June 2 INCLUDED IN COST: Airfare, food, lodging (dormitories on campus), transportation, Global Team swag gear, international insurance and a donation to the Missionary Host. NOT INCLUDED IN COST: Health expenses, security training (approx. $30) and cost of visa. Global Team staff will update you regarding health details as they become available, More details to follow. ==MAX TEAM SIZE== MAX TEAM SIZE: 15 ==AGE RESTRICTIONS== Must be at least 18 years old ==LODGING== Dormitories on campus. ==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== 2025-02-3 12:00:00
Virtual

Cambodia August 2025

Global Team

Aug 4 - 7, 2025

Virtual

Cambodia August 2025

Global Team

Aug 4 - 7, 2025

Virtual Global Team: This team will be traveling virtually to Cambodia for 4 mornings to connect with and support our River Valley 500 missionaries serving in Cambodia, experience the culture, encounter God's heart for the unreached, and hear testimonies of changed lives. Team Leaders: Pastor Alan & Heidi Pastian (Crosstown Campus Pastor) Dates: July 28 from 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm, and August 4 - 7, from 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. ==MAX TEAM SIZE== Max team size is 20 ==REGISTRATION== Opens at 12 noon on Monday, June 2 and closes Monday, June 23 ==COST== DEPOSIT/PAYMENT: $50, due no later than June 23, with online application INCLUDED IN COST: Experience bag ==OPTIONAL ADD-ONS== Additional participants (E.g.: spouse, child, friend, etc.) - $25 each; Must join on the same screen/device as the main participant; Email the Team Manager (see below for contact details) if you’d like to add someone ==SHIPPING== Out of state shipping of experience bag, $15; please send this request to the team manager no later than July 15 **Please note that only participants that pay the $50 payment will receive an experience bag. Add-on participants do not. ==VIRTUAL GLOBAL TEAMS== Virtual Global Teams are designed to help connect with missionaries from around the world ==QUESTIONS== Email the Global Team Manager: Rachel Schumacher (rachel.schumacher@rivervalley.org) We'd love to have you on this virtual team! ==APPLICATIONS OPEN== 2025-06-02 12:00:00

Belize September 2025

Global Team

Sep 15 - 20, 2025

Belize September 2025

Global Team

Sep 15 - 20, 2025

This families team will partner with Children's Cup at multiple CarePoints and communities to host bible clubs, minister in homes, sports tournament with devotions, a light construction project, assist with feeding program, and encourage the volunteers. This team will require background checks by each team member. Team Leaders: Pastor Katrina and Derek Severson (Kids Pastor at Apple Valley 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, March 3 and closes Monday, March 24; 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: $2,795 (ESTIMATED COST UNTIL AIRFARE IS PURCHASED) Deposit: $200, due no later than March 24, with online application Total Amount Due: $1,110, due by Monday, May 5 Total Amount Due: $2,000, due by Monday, June 16 Total Amount Due: $2,795, due by Monday, August 11 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: Passport fees and health expenses. Global Team staff will update you regarding health details as they become available, More details to follow. ==MAX TEAM SIZE== MAX TEAM SIZE: 16 ==AGE RESTRICTIONS== Must be at least 12 years of age, accompanied by a parent if under 18 ==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== 2024-03-03 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. ==JUNE 2025== 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) ==AUGUST 2025== 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 Uganda. Leaders: Stephen & Krista Prince and Ellie Beard. Tentative dates: September 8 - 18. Registration is scheduled to open March 3. This Global Team will have the opportunity to work along side of a team in Watoto through ministries of construction, children's ministry and prayer. (Team Manager: Cassie Gullickson - cassie.gullickson@rivervalley.org) Global Team Romania. Leaders: Andrew and Rachel Chasse. Tentative dates: September 20 - 29. Registration is schedules to open April 7. This Global Team will have the opportunity to work along side of some of River Valley supported workers. (Team Manager: Cassie Gullickson - cassie.gullickson@rivervalley.org) 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) Global Team Estonia Leaders: Dave & Jeanne Ritzman Tentative dates: Sept 12-20 Registration is scheduled to open March 3 This Global Team will have the opportunity to participate in outreach opportunities with the local church & engaging local Estonians throughout the community. (Team Manager: Megan Colvin - megan.colvin@rivervalley.org) ==OCTOBER 2025== Global Team Japan. Leaders: RC & Megan Colvin and Molly Dupuis. Tentative Dates: October 17 - 26. Registration is scheduled to open April 7. Ministry Details: TBD. (Team Manager: Cassie Gullickson - cassie.gullickson@rivervalley.org) 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 Egypt. Leaders: Lou & Vicki Hernandez. Tentative Dates: TBD. Registration is scheduled to open May 5. Ministry Details: TBD (Team Manager: Cassie Gullickson - cassie.gullickson@rivervalley.org) Global Team Barcelona. Leaders: Lindsay Swiggum and Moriah Christian. Tentative dates: TBD. Registration is scheduled to open May 5. This Global Team will have the opportunity to serve with River Valley supported workers and assist with a women's conference held in Barcelona. (Team Manager: Cassie Gullickson - cassie.gullickson@rivervalley.org) 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!