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KSM Mission Trips- July 2024
KSM Mission Trips are for students who are enrolled in a LifeGroup. They are a great way for LifeGroup students to live out what they have learned during the year of LifeGroups. Each student MUST complete the yearly LifeGroup aspects to be eligible for the summer mission trip. LifeGroup commitment is given to the students at the beginning of the year and include being present and engaged regularly and committing to their personal growth in relationship with Jesus both on Sunday nights and throughout each week.
Mission Trip Deadlines:
Sunday, February 11- Registration opens for ALL Mission Trips (Find student links for each trip below)
Sunday, March 24- 1st Mission Trip meeting in the Loft (12:30-2:00pm) *MANDATORY MEETING
Sunday, March 24- Registration closes for 9th-11th Grade trips
Monday, May 5- Deadline to have Passports (11th & 12th Grade trips only)
Sunday, May 5- Registration closes for 6th-8th Grade trips (Unless trips are full prior to this date)
Sunday, June 23- 2nd Mission Trip meeting in the Loft (12:30-2:00pm) *MANDATORY MEETING
Sunday, June 23- Deadline to pay balances for ALL STUDENT Trips (CLICK HERE to pay balance)
Sunday, July 21- Mission Trips Reflections Services (ALL services & North Katy)
What you Need to know about Mission Trip Registration:
- Students and Leaders MUST register and pay the deposit to secure your spot on the mission trip. Deposits are non-refundable. You may pay with a credit card or check ONLINE.
- Please note that space is limited for all JUNIOR HIGH & HIGH SCHOOL trips. REGISTER TODAY!
- Once you are registered with a deposit, there are SEPARATE LINKS to pay the balance for your trips. PAY STUDENT BALANCE HERE
- If at any time you are unable to attend the trip you are registered for, you must notify the KSM immediately. Deposits are non-refundable.
- All students must complete a KSM Travel Policy Agreement and email or give the hard copy to your trip leader (travel policies will also be available to pick up and fill out at the March 24th Mission trip meeting).
- Parents who would like to go as a leader on a mission trip, please contact the trip leader for that trip (below) and they will get you more information and a LEADER application link.
2024 Mission Trips:
6th Grade Trip Houston, TX - JUNE 30- JULY 3 STUDENT REGISTRATION
Total Trip Cost: $400. ($200. Deposit)
Students will stay at the University of Houston dorms and partner with both Rose of Sharon Baptist Church, Mission Center of Houston, and several other local ministries to serve the city of Houston. The trip includes service work, partnership with food banks, and growing relationships with the people of these communities. Students have opportunity to learn the true heart of service and gain deeper understanding of why the Gospel is important to share.
Trip Leader: Kayla Self
7th Grade Trip Austin, TX - JULY 7-12 STUDENT REGISTRATION
Total Trip Cost: $550. ($275. Deposit)
Our Seventh Graders will hit the road again this year! Sitting on the banks of the Colorado River is the city known as AUSTIN, Texas. Austin is often listed as one of the fastest growing cities in America.We will serve the Austin community through a Week of Hope in partnership with an organization called Group Mission Trips/Group Cares. Through our various partner ministries and organizations, our team will have an immense impact in the Austin area through serving with adult programs, homeless and veteran ministries, food banks, kids programs, and much more.
Trip Leader: Todd Pendergrass
8th Grade Trip Arlington, TX - JULY 7-12 STUDENT REGISTRATION *FULL*- Please email atullos@kingsland.org to be added to the waitlist
Total Trip Cost: $400. ($200. Deposit)
Students will partner with Mission Arlington in the facilitation of their ministry Rainbow Express. Rainbow Express involves students going into parks and apartments and running a VBS for elementary/junior high aged kids. Students will be empowered to facilitate Rainbow Express through teaching a lesson, sharing their testimony, leading worship, playing games/crafts, sharing the Gospel, and building relationships with kids. This is a great opportunity for students to grow in leadership, sharing the Gospel, and loving others! Our partner, Mission Arlington, has been serving and meeting the needs of the Dallas Metroplex area since 1986 and Kingsland has partnered with them many times over the years.
Trip Leader: Chris Kincaid
9th Grade Trip Chicago, IL - JULY 7-12 STUDENT REGISTRATION- Closed.
Total Trip Cost: $1,100. ($550. Deposit)
Students will serve in Chicago with an organization called LEAD222. Lead strives to give students a servant leadership experience that will equip them for ministry even when they return home. Our theme for the week will challenge us to lead courageously so others might know Jesus. This week will inspire students to courageously overcome the fears that stand in the way of leading others for God's purposes. Get ready to be challenged in your leadership, selfless influence, and your walk with Jesus!
Trip Leader: Joe Landi
10th Grade Trip Anchorage, AK - JULY 6-12 STUDENT REGISTRATION- Closed.
Total Trip Cost: $1,500. ($750. Deposit)
Our students will be working with an outreach ministry called Praying Pelican Missions. This ministry uses parks to hold backyard bible schools and park parties to connect the people of Anchorage with a local church in their area. Our group will also be doing free bike repairs at those parks and throughout the city. Anchorage is a very unchurched place in the US, and our students will be utilized to help churches make connections with people there. The state of Alaska can be changed because of our students work there, because almost 70% of the state's population is in Anchorage.
Trip Leader: Cesar Perez
11th Grade Trip Cartagena, Colombia - July 7-13 STUDENT REGISTRATION- Closed.
Total Trip Cost: $1,100. ($550. Deposit)
Our students will travel to Cartagena, Colombia and serve with our Missions Partners at Conviventia. Along with opportunities to tour key areas of the city, we will also serve at a local school, host a VBS type of sports camp, and work on a number of service projects.
* This trip requires a Passport - Please begin the application process ASAP.
Trip Leader: Brad Flurry
12th Grade Trip Uganda - JULY 5-13 STUDENT REGISTRATION- Closed.
Total Trip Cost: $2800. ($1,400. Deposit)
* This trip requires a Passport - Please begin the application process ASAP.
Trip Leader: Omar Garcia
