SOUTH TEXAS MISSION TRIP

July 4-10 (Saturday-Friday)

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GRYM is going to serve the communities around Pharr and Penitas, near the southern border of Texas.

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This area is FOURTH IN THE NATION for "never-churched" residents, we we have an opportunity to share the gospel there!

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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, while creating friendships and memories that will last a lifetime.

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The work will include construction, painting, and other physical work for members of the community, as well as VBS or Sports Camp to connect kids and families with God and the church.

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Click here to read more about the mission work at the North Pharr Church of Christ.

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We will also spend a day at South Padre Island for some beach fun before returning home.

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COST

Students pay a deposit of $100, due SUNDAY MARCH 29.

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The rest of the cost is $250, which the students are encouraged to collect through fundraising and personal work projects.

The balance is due SUNDAY, JUNE 21.

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Students will also need money for 5 meals (two will be in South Padre and could be more expensive), plus spending money and money for travel.

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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 Sunday, March 29.

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2. Students, pay the $100 deposit by Sunday, March 29.

(See instructions below for how to pay online.)

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

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INSTRUCTIONS TO PAY ONLINE:

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

Fill in the information:

Give: $100

Fund: Youth Missions

Memo: South Texas Mission Trip

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

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SATURDAY, JULY 4

We will likely meet at 6:00a to load and leave (eat before or bring breakfast to eat on the way)

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FRIDAY, JULY 10

We should return around 7:30p (subject to change)

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PACKING LIST

​​[_] Your own breakfast for Saturday

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​[_] Money for FIVE 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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[_] Air mattress (optional)

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[_] Clothes for Sunday church service (dress a bit nicer to show respect to the local congregations)

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[_] Work clothes for 4 days (Sunday through Wednesday)

• MUST HAVE CLOSED TOE SHOES for the construction 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 will get very dirty, possibly painted, 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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[_] Beach-wear for Thursday in South Padre.

(Bikinis must be covered by a colored shirt. Tankinis and one-pieces do not.)

[_} Towel for the beach (separate from your shower towel)

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[_] Pajamas (we are at a mission center 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

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[_] 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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[_] Personal snacks

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[_] Reusable water bottle (so, so 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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NOTE

There are two forms every participant must do ONE TIME, NOT FOR EACH EVENT.

If you have done these previously, you do NOT have to do them again unless you have info to update (insurance or medical info; contact info; etc.)

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If not already completed for a previous event or need to update info, follow these links:

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1. GRYM General Info Form

Online form to collect all necessary info about the participant.

If done previously, no need to do again.

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2. GRYM Release Form

PDF release form to sign and return (paper copy or email a scan/picture)

If done previously, no need to do again.

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