NEW ORLEANS MISSION TRIP

July 6-12, 2024 (Saturday-Friday)

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GRYM is going to serve the community of New Orleans with Kaleo Missions.

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We are combining with the Grace Chapel Youth Group from Cumming, GA.

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Trane's brother, Rocky, is the youth minister at Grace Chapel.

For many years, Grace Chapel and GRYM met yearly for a mission trip in New Orleans, and this was a favorite experience of all the participants.

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Besides making lasting friendships with the Grace Chapel group, this mission trip is a great opportunity for​ students who have completed 8th-12th grades to put their faith into action and make a difference for others.

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Click here to read more about New Orleans' needs and Kaleo's ministry in this fascinating city.

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COST

Students pay a deposit of $100, due SUNDAY FEBRUARY 18.

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The rest of the cost is $480, which the students are encouraged to collect through fundraising.

The total amount must be turned in by SUNDAY, MAY 26.

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WANT TO PARTICIPATE? HERE'S WHAT TO DO:

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1. Fill out THIS ONLINE REGISTRATION FORM (all participants, adults and teens) by February 18.

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2. Pay the $100 deposit by Sunday, February 18.

(See instructions below for how to pay online.)

 

3. Begin fundraising! CLICK HERE to download a sample fundraising request letter.

(There is a webpage you can send potential donors to with details and info how to give:

www.grymonline.org/donate)

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INSTRUCTIONS TO PAY ONLINE:

Go to gardenridge.org and click "GIVE" at the top.

Fill in the information:

Give: $90

Fund: Youth Missions

Memo: New Orleans

IMPORTANT: Forward the confirmation email to: twyatt@gardenridge.org

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SATURDAY, JULY 6

We will likely meet at 7:30a to load and leave (eat before or bring breakfast to eat on the way)

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FRIDAY, JULY 12

We should return around 6:30p (subject to change)

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PACKING LIST

[_] Kaleo Waiver Form completed and turned in

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[_] Your own breakfast for Saturday

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​[_] Money for EIGHT meals, plus any travel, snack, and spending money you choose.

*NOTE: Two of the meals may be more expensive than fast food meals.

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[_] Bedding (Pillow and sleeping bag at least. Sheets for twin mattresses optional.)

[_] Ear plugs for sleeping (if desired)

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[_] Clothes for Sunday church service (similar to what we wear at Garden Ridge)

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[_] Work clothes for 5 days (Sunday through Thursday)

> MUST HAVE CLOSED TOE SHOES for the work projects!

> Clothes must be modest. See guidelines below.

> Shirts MUST be long enough to cover your stomach when you raise your hands.

> Sleeveless shirts should not gape open enough to see inside.

> Avoid shirts with possibly confusing messages or images (alcohol advertisements, questionable bands, etc.)

> Remember that our clothes may get very dirty, and we will not have laundry access.

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[_] Comfortable “Hang out” clothes to change into in the evenings (if desired) and for travel home on Friday (same standards as above)

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[_] Pajamas (we are staying at the church in separate guy/girl rooms but with a common area, so all pajamas should be modest enough to be around guys and girls)

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[_] Toiletries (toothbrush, toothpaste, deodorant, etc.)

[_] Men’s shaving gear (optional)

[_] Women’s feminine supplies (recommended for girls/ladies)

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[_] Towel for shower

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[_] Flip flops to wear in the shower

 

[_] Sunscreen

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[_] Medicines, if needed

> NOTE: All meds MUST be turned into the designated adult sponsor, labeled and with instructions!

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[_] Reusable water bottle (important!)

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[_] Sunglasses

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[_] Dirty clothes bag

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​[_] Bible

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[_] Flashlight (optional)

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[_] Backpack (optional)

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NOTE: Participants are welcome to bring cell phones to use at appropriate times. During work times, cell phones will not be used, so to reach a teen during the day, please contact Trane Wyatt:

469-237-7494

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