These Are My Promises...
I will treat this trip as my first mission trip so as to be inclusive. Each year is different, each team is different; therefore, I will listen attentively, complete all paperwork in a timely manner, pay my fees on time (or make arrangements with the leadership to learn what I have missed).
I will attend all team meetings and fulfill the responsibilities I have agreed to before, during, and after the trip. If I absolutely cannot attend a meeting I will make it my responsibility to contact the leaders and learn what I may have missed.
I will make this trip a priority. Therefore, I will place all dates and times on my calendar and be present in person and spirit at all things as we prepare, fundraise, travel/serve, and share our story when we return home from this God-given opportunity. This includes, but is not exclusive to commissioning Sunday and welcome home Sunday.
I agree to have a servant attitude at all times. When I am doing (or asked to do) a task or ministry I don't particulary care for, I will be flexible and not complain, either vocally or with my body language.
I have said "yes" so as to learn from, not to judge those with whom I come in contact. I will not criticize the culture, efficiency, work habits, food, or traditions of where we serve.
I realize that unforseen things happen. I will be flexible and realize that there are times I will need to "roll with the punches," that the leadership has put many hours of planning into this week and even with the best of intentions and careful planning, the best laid plans need to be altered.
I will follow, at all times, the weekly schedule as set forth by our mission site and will attend/participate in all activities.
I will not move from room to room each night.
No guys will be allowed in the girls' quarters and no girls will be allowed in the guys' quarters.
I will not use or possess alcohol.
I will not use or possess tobacco products.
I will not cause deliberate damage to rooms or facilities in any of the buildings used. Should I be responsible for any damages, I will be responsible for any costs incurred from those damages.
I will treat other participants, residents, and leaders with respect & consideration at all times.
I will not use profane or abusive language.
All of my actions will display a Christian example. I am representing Grace United Methodist Church, my family, & myself.
Cell phones will be left at home unless I am an adult or college student.
Electronic devices will be left at home with exception to my camera.
I will dress appropriately at all times. On and off campus, to and from the mission trip.
I will obey the laws of the city and state; failure to do so may result in legal action and will result in my returning home at my personal expense. Immediately.