Here are some key questions to ask before determining your trip:

Where am I being called to?

Make sure you and your group spends time praying in order to hear from the Lord. Make sure you are making your decision on what He places in your hearts rather than a flashy brochure or video. As we work together, we are combing Jesus\' call with the Holy Spirit\'s direction.

Will my mission trip experience be positive?

Two vital ingredients to your trip are the preparation and structure of your trip. Unless you desire a fly by night experience, you must make sure that whomever you are partnering with is preparing your trip months in advance. Taking a planning trip and receiving your trip schedule weeks in advance are two ways to be confident that your trip is organized.

Who am I serving with?

It is important to ask these questions to the organization that you will be working in order to understand the structure of your experience. All mission organizations organizes their trips differently and you want to make sure you are able to work well with your partner. Organization, leadership delegation, ministry intensity and trip logistics are some of the important areas that lead to a prosperous relationship.

What are you receiving for my cost?

We have this question here because we feel that our partnership with you is a two way street. The means that we, as the mission\'s organization, do not expect you to help us further the ministry of us and our partners without receiving anything in return. This is why we have added incentives for you such as adventure planning trips and picture CDs and videos DVDs of your trip. View the tools page to learn more.

Who is leading my trip?

Good leadership will result in a productive and positive trip. Finding out who is directly leading your trip is important. Some organizations use summer volunteers while others use experienced mission directors or pastors. With CIM, you will be serving with those who are serving. This means that you will be leading with missionaries on the front lines.

How effective will my ministry be?

Make sure that you know what you\'re doing before you arrive on your trip! You need to know this to prepare your group and to be effective. You will want to make sure that your outreaches have a strategic plan behind them. This is why CIM produces all schedules months in advance.

Will people be we reached and be followed up with?

We feel that evangelism should lead to discipleship. Be sure that someone is following up with those that you witness to. The people you reach will never grow as a Christian if someone does not disciple them.

How will my students be used?

Make sure that your students are working in their gifting and that you have enough participants for your group. This will result in more productivity in your work week and a better experience for you and your students.

What type of flexibility will my trip have?

While talking to mission organizations, you will to know what you are getting into. First, you want to decide if you want to have a say in what your group is planning, then find out if your potential partner is flexible in working with you.

Staff
If full-time missions may be in your future, then we would love to serve with you. Our internship program has no pre-set length or commitment. Two hundred fifty dollars per month covers your internship, room and board. Customize your experience around your goals and needs. For example, you can serve with us while you pursue higher education. Contact us now to inquire about this life-altering experience.

Can my mission trip be customized?
There are many aspects of our mission trips that you can form to fit you and your group. One of these features includes having the option of choosing many of your ministries and excursions. Contact us to learn more.

What transportation is provided?
All transportation is provided in the cost for all international mission trips. This includes airfare and transportation on site. Groups must provide their own transportation for domestic mission trips.

What do we need to bring?
A packing list is provided for each missions manual. We provide this manual for every participant.

How is discipleship implemented?
Commissioned International works directly with partners whose full time ministry is to disciple the lost. After Commissioned International participants finish their week of serving, the partners concentrate their energy on following up.

What about fun?
Outside of your ministry, you will have the chance to view the breathtaking sites of your chosen country. From swimming under waterfalls to touring some of the worlds oldest museums, these are opportunities that you will never forget.

How safe are the ministries?
Ministries are never operated in dangerous areas or at night. Commissioned International directors, project directors, youth pastors and team leaders are always present. Also, students minister to gentle people such as children and families. View the “Itinerary” for any mission trip to receive more details on day-to-day operations.

How are the students challenged?
Students are challenged through teaching sessions and ministry. Experienced directors teach and address general topics youth face today (purpose, decision making, relationships and witnessing). All ministries are geared towards students, and we motivate each participant to share the love of Christ to each person with whom they come in contact.

How are the participants supervised?
Each group is led by several directors. The students are led by trained team leaders. All lodging is separated between genders. We do not allow any romantic involvement or physical contact.

What if additional adults want to participate?
Though adults do not lead the participating students, they are welcomed to join any Commissioned International mission trip. They also receive the team leader discount.

What if someone doesn’t meet the eligibility requirements?
Anyone arriving that does not meet the age requirements will be sent home at the expense of the parent or guardian.

What if a student commits a serious violation?
Any participants committing a serious violation will be sent home at the expense of the parents or guardian. These rules will be given to each student and youth pastor.

What about insurance?
Participants are required to purchase insurance for all international mission trips. Insurance costs around $1.50 per day. Each student will receive all necessary instructions with their trip manual

Where do the students stay?
Missionaries stay in secure dorms, churches or high schools. Pads or mats are given to add comfort

Will there be phones, internet or mail service?
Most locations have phone service. Students are able to purchase phone cards to call home. Cell phones are given to each youth pastor in order for them to stay in communication with their family and staff
Most locations have Internet access. Students are allowed to email their family at little or no charge.
Mail service is available for closer locations