We cannot take students to the Dominican Republic without the help of Adult Leaders. The main role for adults is to serve as a family group leader. Family group leaders will disciple and mentor a group of 6-7 students (called a Family Group) throughout mission trip trainings and during the trip. All interested adults should connect with the student staff prior to completing the application.

Details:

Purpose: To share the love of Christ with people in Santo Domingo through sports, construction, VBS, etc. This trip is not a vacation—but an opportunity to disciple students as they serve and love people in the Dominican Republic.

Cost: The cost is $595, which includes all transportation, lodging, meals (except travel meals), t-shirt, and materials. $250 deposit is required at registration. ALL FINAL PAYMENTS are due by Sunday, March 3rd.

Shots: Hepatitis A and Tetanus shots are recommended for this trip (Adult Polio Booster if over 18). To be effective, you must get the Hepatitis A shot at least TWO WEEKS BEFORE we leave and one booster six months later. Shots may be obtained through your doctor, Cobb County Health Department on Lower Roswell Rd. 770.321.8520, or Passport Health on Holcomb Bridge Rd. 770.872.0067. You should consult CDC.gov for any other shot recommendations.

Safe Harbor: We require all adults (18 and older) to complete a background check, Safe Harbor, every 3 years. You will receive more information about this process through your application. 

ADULT REQUIREMENTS

1. Have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
2. Be an active member/attender of JFBC.
3. Have a passion to disciple students. The DR trip is an experience that will open the hearts and minds of many, and we are looking for adults to help us encourage those students by praying, making contacts, listening, and leading.
4. Be prepared to attend the 8 weeks of training. Training Dates: Jan. 28 Feb. 4, 11, 25 March 3, 10, 17, 25.
5. Must attend the Evangelism Training Class on Feb 4th at 6:00 pm. Contact with a staff member if you are unable to attend. (A make-up Evangelism class will be announced.)
6. Attend leader meetings as scheduled.

REGISTRATION PROCEDURE

Please contact the High School Ministry Office to be considered as a Family Group Leader or Adult Leader for this trip. Adult registration information will be provided through the Student office. Please contact Heather Wilson for more information: heather.wilson@jfbc.org