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France May 2024

Global Team

May 17 - 26, 2024

Registration Full

France May 2024

Global Team

May 17 - 26, 2024

REGISTRATION FULL // This team will be traveling to France where some of our River Valley 500 are currently serving. The team will be working with: the church plant, people seeking refuge and community outreach. TEAM LEADERS: Noah & Josee Melan (Shakopee Worship Leader & River Valley Digital Communications Manager) ==PASSPORT== Passports must not expire within 7 months of return date and must include 3 blank visa pages, not amendment pages. Please send a colored copy of your passport to megan.colvin@rivervalley.org. If you do not have a passport, please send confirmation of an ordered passport or confirmation that you have a passport appointment. This will be due within one week of your application being approved. ==REGISTRATION== Opens at 12 noon on Monday, November 6 and closes Monday, January 8. Registration for the team is on a first come, first served basis; To reserve your spot, please submit the online application, deposit and a copy of your valid passport or receipt that your passport has been ordered/renewed. ==COST== $3,895 DEPOSIT: $200, due no later than January 8 with online application Total Amount Due: $1,400, due by Monday, January 15 Total Amount Due: $2,600, due by Monday, February 19 Total Amount Due: $3,895, due by Monday, March 25 INCLUDED IN COST: Airfare, food, transportation, Global Team swag gear, international insurance, and a donation to the Missionary Host. NOT INCLUDED IN COST: Passport fees and expenses not covered by international travel insurance ==MAX TEAM SIZE== 12 ==AGE RESTRICTIONS== Must be at least 18 years old ==HEALTH== Consult your personal physician for recommendations. Visit a travel clinic or check out cdc.gov ==INSURANCE== Your trip cost covers the expense of purchasing international travel insurance. It is unlikely that insurance would not cover something in a situation. Coverage includes giving each person up to $2,000 coverage if a travel delay, which includes COVID situations in the country. For those that would like a bit more detail, please email us for more information. ==REFUNDS== If you are unable to travel due to a positive COVID test or other medically related issues, we will do our very best to try and refund or credit you as much as possible but please note, that any expenses that have been pre-paid, pre-spent or are non-recoverable to us will not be able to be refunded or credited back to you. ==GLOBAL TEAMS== Global Teams are designed to help meet the physical and spiritual needs of a specific community. We believe that command of Christ to go into all the world has not changed but we are certainly aware and respect the many challenges that exist locally and globally. We will absolutely do our best to take all the necessary precautions and work with our missionary hosts to adjust to the local guidelines but where there are needs and requests from our missionary partners and hosts, we want to provide an opportunity for those who are willing and able to go and help meet the needs. ==QUESTIONS== Email the Global Team Manager: Megan Colvin (megan.colvin@rivervalley.org) We'd love to have you on this team! ==APPLICATIONS OPEN== 2023-11-06 12:00:00

Registration FullVirtual

Romania May 2024

Global Team

May 27 - 30, 2024

Registration FullVirtual

Romania May 2024

Global Team

May 27 - 30, 2024

REGISTRATION FULL || Virtual Global Team: This team will be traveling virtually to Romania for 4 mornings to connect with and support our River Valley Church supported missionaries serving in Romania, experience the culture, encounter God's heart for the unreached, and hear testimonies of changed lives. Team Leaders: Pastor Greg Youmans | Apple Valley Care Pastor Pastor Ellie Beard | Minnetrista RV Kids Pastor Dates: May 27 - 30 from 6:00 am - 8:00 am ==MAX TEAM SIZE== Max team size is 20 ==REGISTRATION== Opens at 12 noon on Monday, March 4 and closes Monday, March 25 ==COST== DEPOSIT/PAYMENT: $50, due no later than March 25, with online application INCLUDED IN COST: Experience bag and donation to missionaries ==OPTIONAL ADD-ONS== Additional participants (E.g.: spouse, child, friend, etc.) - $25 each; Must join on the same screen/device as the main participant; Email the Team Manager (see below for contact details) if you’d like to add someone ==SHIPPING== Out of state shipping of experience bag, $15; please send this request to the team manager no later than March 25 **Please note that only participants that pay the $50 payment will receive an experience bag. Add-on participants do not. ==VIRTUAL GLOBAL TEAMS== Virtual Global Teams are designed to help connect with missionaries from around the world ==QUESTIONS== Email the Global Team Manager: Cassie Gullickson (cassie.gullickson@rivervalley.org) We'd love to have you on this virtual team! ==APPLICATIONS OPEN== 2024-03-04 12:00:00

Registration Full

South Africa/Durban June 2024

Global Team

Jun 2 - 9, 2024

Registration Full

South Africa/Durban June 2024

Global Team

Jun 2 - 9, 2024

REGISTRATION FULL // This Global team will be traveling to Durban, South Africa to provide worship at an Urban Tribe leadership conference. TEAM LEADERS: Ben Cruse ==PASSPORT== Passports must not expire within 7 months of return date and must include 3 blank visa pages, not amendment pages. Please send a colored copy of your passport to megan.colvin@rivervalley.org. If you do not have a passport, please send confirmation of an ordered passport or confirmation that you have a passport appointment. This will be due within one week of your application being approved. ==REGISTRATION== Opens at 12 noon on Monday, November 6 and closes Monday, December 4. Registration for the team is on a first come, first served basis; To reserve your spot, please submit the online application, deposit and a copy of your valid passport or receipt that your passport has been ordered/renewed. ==COST== $2,000 DEPOSIT: $200, due no later than December 4, with online application Total Amount Due: $700, due by Monday, January 8 Total Amount Due: $700, due by Monday, February 19 Total Amount Due: $600, due by Monday, April 1 INCLUDED IN COST: Airfare, food, transportation, Global Team swag gear, international insurance, and a donation to the Missionary Host. NOT INCLUDED IN COST: Passport fee, expenses not covered by international travel insurance ==MAX TEAM SIZE== 10 ==AGE RESTRICTIONS== Must be at least 18 years old Designed for adults and young adults ==HEALTH== Consult your personal physician for recommendations. Visit a travel clinic or check out cdc.gov ==INSURANCE== Your trip cost covers the expense of purchasing international travel insurance. It is unlikely that insurance would not cover something in a situation. Coverage includes giving each person up to $2,000 coverage if a travel delay, which includes COVID situations in the country. For those that would like a bit more detail, please email us for more information. ==REFUNDS== If you are unable to travel due to a positive COVID test or other medically related issues, we will do our very best to try and refund or credit you as much as possible but please note, that any expenses that have been pre-paid, pre-spent or are non-recoverable to us will not be able to be refunded or credited back to you. ==GLOBAL TEAMS== Global Teams are designed to help meet the physical and spiritual needs of a specific community. We believe that command of Christ to go into all the world has not changed but we are certainly aware and respect the many challenges that exist locally and globally. We will absolutely do our best to take all the necessary precautions and work with our missionary hosts to adjust to the local guidelines but where there are needs and requests from our missionary partners and hosts, we want to provide an opportunity for those who are willing and able to go and help meet the needs. ==QUESTIONS== Email the Global Team Manager: Megan Colvin (megan.colvin@rivervalley.org) We'd love to have you on this team! ==APPLICATIONS OPEN==

Registration FullVirtual

Philippines June 2024

Global Team

Jun 3 - 6, 2024

Registration FullVirtual

Philippines June 2024

Global Team

Jun 3 - 6, 2024

REGISTRATION FULL // This team will be traveling virtually to the Philippines for 4 evenings to connect with Convoy of Hope, experience the culture, and hear testimonies of changed lives in the Philippines. DATES: June 3-6, 2024 | 6:30pm - 8:30pm Pre-Trip Meeting: May 27, 2024 | 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm TEAM LEADERS: Brit Carson| Lead Connections Pastor Ellie Illunga | Online Connections Ministry Lead ==MAX TEAM SIZE== Team limit of no more than 20 ==REGISTRATION== Opens on Monday, April 8 at 12 noon and closes Monday, April 29 ==COST== DEPOSIT / PAYMENT: $50, due no later than April 29, with short online application. INCLUDED IN COST: Experience Bag | Taste, smells, and sights of the region, Xplore devotional and prayer card ==OPTIONAL ADD-ONS== Additional participants (E.g.: spouse, child, friend, etc) - $25 each Must join on the same screen/device as the main participant Email the Team Manager (see below for contact details) if you’d like to add someone PLEASE NOTE: Only participants that pay the $50 payment will receive an experience bag. Add-on participants do not. ==VIRTUAL GLOBAL TEAMS== Virtual Global Teams are designed to help connect with those serving in other countries. ==QUESTIONS== Email the Global Team Manager: Megan Colvin (megan.colvin@rivervalley.org) We'd love to have you on this virtual team! ==APPLICATIONS OPEN== 2024-04-08 12:00:00

Registration Full

El Salvador June 2024

Global Team

Jun 9 - 16, 2024

Registration Full

El Salvador June 2024

Global Team

Jun 9 - 16, 2024

REGISTRATION FULL || This Global Team will be traveling to El Salvador to minister to children, sharing the gospel to locals through street evangelism and kid's programing. The team may assist with minor projects like cleaning and painting to help with those in need. TEAM LEADERS: Ryan & Lindy Ash |Shakopee Deacons & Molly Rushmeyer |Maple Grove Kid's Pastor ==PASSPORT== Passports must not expire within 7 months of return date and must include 3 blank visa pages, not amendment pages. Please upload a colored copy of your passport to your Managed Missions account. If you do not have a passport, please send confirmation of an ordered passport or confirmation that you have a passport appointment. This will be due within one week of your application being approved. ==REGISTRATION== Opens at 12 noon on Monday, November 6 and closes Monday, November 27. Registration for the team is on a first come, first served basis; To reserve your spot, please submit the online application, deposit and a copy of your valid passport or receipt that your passport has been ordered/renewed. ==COST== $2,095 DEPOSIT: $200, due no later than November 27 with online application Total Amount Due: $1,000, due by Monday, January 15 Total Amount Due: $1,595, due by Monday, March 4 Total Amount Due: $2,095, due by Monday, April 15 INCLUDED IN COST: Airfare, food, transportation, Global Team swag gear, international insurance, and a donation to the Missionary Host. NOT INCLUDED IN COST: Passport fees and expenses not covered by international travel insurance ==MAX TEAM SIZE== 42 ==AGE RESTRICTIONS== Must be at least 10 years Parent or guardian must accompany anyone under 18 years old ==LODGING== Team members will stay in dormitories separated by gender. Please note if traveling with a child of the opposite gender you will be housed in separate dorms. ==HEALTH== Consult your personal physician for recommendations. Visit a travel clinic or check out cdc.gov ==INSURANCE== Your trip cost covers the expense of purchasing international travel insurance. It is unlikely that insurance would not cover something in a situation. Coverage includes giving each person up to $2,000 coverage if a travel delay, which includes COVID situations in the country. For those that would like a bit more detail, please email us for more information. ==REFUNDS== If you are unable to travel due to a positive COVID test or other medically related issues, we will do our very best to try and refund or credit you as much as possible but please note, that any expenses that have been pre-paid, pre-spent or are non-recoverable to us will not be able to be refunded or credited back to you. ==GLOBAL TEAMS== Global Teams are designed to help meet the physical and spiritual needs of a specific community. We believe that command of Christ to go into all the world has not changed but we are certainly aware and respect the many challenges that exist locally and globally. We will absolutely do our best to take all the necessary precautions and work with our missionary hosts to adjust to the local guidelines but where there are needs and requests from our missionary partners and hosts, we want to provide an opportunity for those who are willing and able to go and help meet the needs. ==QUESTIONS== Email the Global Team Manager: Cassie Gullickson (cassie.gullickson@rivervalley.org) We'd love to have you on this team! ==APPLICATIONS OPEN== 2023-11-06 12:00:00

Virtual

Cambodia June 2024

Global Team

Jun 17 - 19, 2024

Virtual

Cambodia June 2024

Global Team

Jun 17 - 19, 2024

This families virtual global team will be traveling virtually to Cambodia for 3 mornings to connect with and support our missionaries serving in Cambodia, experience the culture, encounter God’s heart for the unreached and hear testimonies of changed lives. Team Leaders: Pastor Katrina & Derek Severson | Apple Valley Campus Kids Pastor ==REGISTRATION== Opens at 12pm on Monday, May 5 and closes Monday, May 27 ==COST== Deposit/Payment: $50, due no later than May 27, with a short online application INCLUDED IN COST: Experience bag | Tastes, smells and sights of the region, Xplore devotional, prayer cards from missionary host and Great Commission role cards ==MAX TEAM SIZE== Max team size: 20 ==ADDITIONAL PARTICIPANTS== Additional participants (E.g.: spouse, child, friend, etc.) - free Must join on the same screen/device as the main participant Email the Team Manager (see below for the contact details) when you fill out your application if you’d like to add someone. PLEASE NOTE: Only families that pay the $50 payment will receive an experience bag. ==SHIPPING== Shipping of the experience bag - $15; please send this request to the Team Manager no later than May 27 ==VIRTUAL GLOBAL TEAMS== Virtual Global Teams are an opportunity to spend time with our missionaries without physically going to their country. They are a great next step for anyone who wants to experience and understand missions in a new way. They benefit those who are unable to travel right now, might be hesitant about going on a Global Team, or are wanting to keep a rhythm of hearing from our missionaries in between Global Teams. No matter where you’re at, Virtual Global Teams will only grow your heart for the unreached and the global Church! ==QUESTIONS== Email the Global Team Manager: Cassie Gullickson (cassie.gullickson@rivervalley.org) We'd love to have you on this virtual team! ==Applications Open== 2024-05-06 12:00:00

Registration Full

Costa Rica June 2024

Global Team

Jun 21 - 30, 2024

Registration Full

Costa Rica June 2024

Global Team

Jun 21 - 30, 2024

REGISTRATION CLOSED // This team will travel to Costa Rica to participate in city ministry connecting with locals, building relationships through conversations in the community TEAM LEADERS: Keith & Kristin Peterson (Elder) ==PASSPORT== Passports must not expire within 7 months of return date and must include 3 blank visa pages, not amendment pages. Please send a colored copy of your passport to megan.colvin@rivervalley.org. If you do not have a passport, please send confirmation of an ordered passport or confirmation that you have a passport appointment. This will be due within one week of your application being approved. ==REGISTRATION== Opens at 12 noon on Monday, November 6 and closes Monday, January 8. Registration for the team is on a first come, first served basis; To reserve your spot, please submit the online application, deposit and a copy of your valid passport or receipt that your passport has been ordered/renewed. ==COST== $2,995 DEPOSIT: $200, due no later than January 8 with online application Total Amount Due: $1,150, due by Monday, January 15 Total Amount Due: $2,100, due by Monday, March 4 Total Amount Due: $2,995, due by Monday, April 15 INCLUDED IN COST: Airfare, food, transportation, Global Team swag gear, international insurance, and a donation to the Missionary Host. NOT INCLUDED IN COST: Passport fees and expenses not covered by international travel insurance ==MAX TEAM SIZE== 15 ==AGE RESTRICTIONS== Must be at least 18 years old ==HEALTH== Consult your personal physician for recommendations. Visit a travel clinic or check out cdc.gov ==INSURANCE== Your trip cost covers the expense of purchasing international travel insurance. It is unlikely that insurance would not cover something in a situation. Coverage includes giving each person up to $2,000 coverage if a travel delay, which includes COVID situations in the country. For those that would like a bit more detail, please email us for more information. ==REFUNDS== If you are unable to travel due to a positive COVID test or other medically related issues, we will do our very best to try and refund or credit you as much as possible but please note, that any expenses that have been pre-paid, pre-spent or are non-recoverable to us will not be able to be refunded or credited back to you. ==GLOBAL TEAMS== Global Teams are designed to help meet the physical and spiritual needs of a specific community. We believe that command of Christ to go into all the world has not changed but we are certainly aware and respect the many challenges that exist locally and globally. We will absolutely do our best to take all the necessary precautions and work with our missionary hosts to adjust to the local guidelines but where there are needs and requests from our missionary partners and hosts, we want to provide an opportunity for those who are willing and able to go and help meet the needs. ==QUESTIONS== Email the Global Team Manager: Megan Colvin (megan.colvin@rivervalley.org) We'd love to have you on this team! ==APPLICATIONS OPEN== 2023-11-06 12:00:00

Registration Full

Montenegro July 2024

Global Team

Jul 19 - 28, 2024

Registration Full

Montenegro July 2024

Global Team

Jul 19 - 28, 2024

REGISTRATION FULL // This Global Team will be traveling to Montenegro to assist hosts with Faith & Fitness classes combined with Biblical devotions and life application discussions. The team will also have the opportunity to assist with english conversation clubs and kid's Sunday school classes. TEAM LEADERS: Matt & Heather Longawa ==PASSPORT== Passports must not expire within 7 months of return date and must include 3 blank visa pages, not amendment pages. Please send a colored copy of your passport to megan.colvin@rivervalley.org. If you do not have a passport, please send confirmation of an ordered passport or confirmation that you have a passport appointment. This will be due within one week of your application being approved. ==REGISTRATION== Opens at 12 noon on Monday, January 8 and closes Monday, February 5. Registration for the team is on a first come, first served basis; To reserve your spot, please submit the online application, deposit and a copy of your valid passport or receipt that your passport has been ordered/renewed. ==COST== $3,795 DEPOSIT: $200, due no later than January 29 with online application Total Amount Due: $1,500, due by Monday, March 25 Total Amount Due: $2,700, due by Monday, May 13 Total Amount Due: $3,795, due by Monday, June 24 INCLUDED IN COST: Airfare, food, transportation, Global Team swag gear, international insurance, visa fee, background check fee, and a donation to the Missionary Host. NOT INCLUDED IN COST: Passport fee, visa fee, expenses not covered by international travel insurance ==MAX TEAM SIZE== 10 ==AGE RESTRICTIONS== Must be at least 18 years old Designed for adults and young adults ==HEALTH== Consult your personal physician for recommendations. Visit a travel clinic or check out cdc.gov ==INSURANCE== Your trip cost covers the expense of purchasing international travel insurance. It is unlikely that insurance would not cover something in a situation. Coverage includes giving each person up to $2,000 coverage if a travel delay, which includes COVID situations in the country. For those that would like a bit more detail, please email us for more information. ==REFUNDS== If you are unable to travel due to a positive COVID test or other medically related issues, we will do our very best to try and refund or credit you as much as possible but please note, that any expenses that have been pre-paid, pre-spent or are non-recoverable to us will not be able to be refunded or credited back to you. ==GLOBAL TEAMS== Global Teams are designed to help meet the physical and spiritual needs of a specific community. We believe that command of Christ to go into all the world has not changed but we are certainly aware and respect the many challenges that exist locally and globally. We will absolutely do our best to take all the necessary precautions and work with our missionary hosts to adjust to the local guidelines but where there are needs and requests from our missionary partners and hosts, we want to provide an opportunity for those who are willing and able to go and help meet the needs. ==QUESTIONS== Email the Global Team Manager: Megan Colvin (megan.colvin@rivervalley.org) We'd love to have you on this team! ==APPLICATIONS OPEN== 2024-01-08 12:00:00

Registration Full

Barcelona July 2024

Global Team

Jul 22 - 30, 2024

Registration Full

Barcelona July 2024

Global Team

Jul 22 - 30, 2024

REGISTRATION FULL l This team will have the opportunity to do some minor construction and possibly helping out at a cafe with the International Church in Barcelona. Team Leaders: Pastor Kirk and Kaylee Graham (Executive Pastor of Local Ministries & Creative), Brian and Sarah Ingram (Leaders at Eagan Campus) ==PASSPORT== Passports must not expire within 7 months of return date and must include 3 blank visa pages, not amendment pages. Please send a colored copy of your passport to rachel.schumacher@rivervalley.org. If you do not have a passport, please send confirmation of an ordered passport or confirmation that you have a passport appointment. This will be due within one week of your application being approved. ==REGISTRATION== Registration opens Monday, January 8 and closes Monday, January 29; Registration for the team is on a first come, first served basis; To reserve your spot, please submit the online application and deposit. ==COST== Trip Cost Total: $3,295 (ESTIMATED COST UNTIL AIRFARE IS PURCHASED) Deposit: $200, due no later than January 29, with online application Total Amount Due: $1,300, due by Monday, February 26 Total Amount Due: $2,400, due by Monday, April 15 Total Amount Due: $3,295, due by Monday, May 27 INCLUDED IN COST: Airfare, food, lodging (apartments), transportation, Global Team swag gear, international insurance and a donation to the Missionary Host. NOT INCLUDED IN COST: Health expenses. Global Team staff will update you regarding health details as they become available, More details to follow. ==MAX TEAM SIZE== MAX TEAM SIZE: 25 ==AGE RESTRICTIONS== Must be at least 18 years old ==HEALTH== Consult your personal physician for recommendations. Visit a travel clinic or check out cdc.gov. ==GLOBAL TEAMS== Global Teams are designed to help meet the physical and spiritual needs of a specific community. We believe that command of Christ to go into all the world has not changed but we are certainly aware and respect the many challenges that exist locally and globally. We will absolutely do our best to take all the necessary precautions and work with our missionary hosts to adjust to the local guidelines but where there are needs and requests from our missionary partners and hosts, we want to provide an opportunity for those who are willing and able to go and help meet the needs. ==QUESTIONS== Email the Global Team Manager: Rachel Schumacher (rachel.schumacher@rivervalley.org) We'd love to have you on this team!

Registration Full

Turkey August 2024

Global Team

Aug 1 - 9, 2024

Registration Full

Turkey August 2024

Global Team

Aug 1 - 9, 2024

REGISTRATION FULL l Music/worship at a Cafe. Sharing the Gospel one-on-one with those who have likely never heard it before. Please note, this is an ALL band team and approval of your application is upon the review that your skill set is still needed for this team. It is first come first serve. Other potential opportunities include trekking and prayer walks through unreached areas. Connecting with and encouraging our missionary partners. Visiting a Kingdom Builder partner project. TEAM LEADER: Josiah Christian (Campus Pastor at Woodbury Campus) ==PASSPORT== Passports must not expire within 7 months of return date and must include 3 blank visa pages, not amendment pages. Please send a colored copy of your passport to rachel.schumacher@rivervalley.org. If you do not have a passport, please send confirmation of an ordered passport or confirmation that you have a passport appointment. This will be due within one week of your application being approved. ==REGISTRATION== Opens at 12noon on Monday, February 5 and closes Monday, February 26. Registration for the team is on a first come, first served basis; To reserve your spot, please submit the online application, deposit and a copy of your valid passport ==COST== Trip Cost Total: $3,325 (ESTIMATED COST UNTIL AIRFARE IS PURCHASED) Deposit: $200, due no later than February 26, with online application. Total Amount Due: $1,300, due by Monday, March 25 Total Amount Due: $2,400, due by Monday, May 6 Total Amount Due: $3,325, due by Monday, June 17 INCLUDED IN COST: Airfare, food, lodging (hotel), transportation, Global Team swag gear, international insurance and a donation to the Missionary Host. NOT INCLUDED IN COST: Visa (approx. $55), security training (approx. $28). Global Team staff will update you regarding visa and health details as they become available, more details to follow. ==MAX TEAM SIZE== MAX TEAM SIZE: 7 ==AGE RESTRICTIONS== Must be at least 18 years old ==HEALTH== Consult your personal physician for recommendations. Visit a travel clinic or check out cdc.gov. ==GLOBAL TEAMS== GLOBAL TEAMS are designed to help meet the physical and spiritual needs of a specific community. We believe that command of Christ to go into all the world has not changed but we are certainly aware and respect the many challenges that exist locally and globally. We will absolutely do our best to take all the necessary precautions and work with our missionary hosts to adjust to the local guidelines but where there are needs and requests from our missionary partners and hosts, we want to provide an opportunity for those who are willing and able to go and help meet the needs. ==QUESTIONS== Email the Global Team Manager: Rachel Schumacher (rachel.schumacher@rivervalley.org) We'd love to have you on this team! ==APPLICATIONS OPEN== 2024-02-05 12:00:00