Sharing Faith In A Tangible Way For Those Who Are In Dire Need!

There is no better way for people to get involved in foreign missions than through being a part of a short-term mission team. Teams are a huge part of what makes Faith In Action a vibrant and effective mission. Many of the volunteers who donate their time and expertise to a project in the mission field are rewarded far beyond just a sense of accomplishment, they experience a taste of what it is like to live and work in a foreign culture, build life-long relationships among their peers, and are challenged to grow spiritually.

The teams that come to Guatemala through Faith In Action are organized and efficiently deployed for a specific purpose. They are proven to be of great benefit to the accomplishment of our many medical, construction and agricultural projects as well as to helping us spread the love of Christ to people who have never truly experienced it. Therefore, we are always open to receiving anyone and any team that would like to come and serve with us in Christ.

How do I get involved?

For teams already scheduled to come out, we have some information that you might want to read before coming. Each volunteer team member is responsible for signing and remitting the “Liability Waver” form to his/her team leader before the start of the trip, available at the bottom of this page.

If you are interested in setting up a short-term mission team, please click here and fill out our contact form.

Short-Term Team Destinations

Mountains/Matesana & Pinalito

Spend time in the villages with the people. There can be evangelism outreaches, going door to door, and church services and movies at night. Construction is also among the vital projects in the mountain villages. Projects such as missions bases, homes for huts, stove projects, carpentry, etc are much needed.

Expenses

$950 for a 10 day trip. Price includes food, hotels, transportation and project money. The minimum number of team members is 10 people.  Team must bring their own cook. Team is responsible for their travel expenses to and from Guatemala. Trip expenses must be paid 30 days in advance.

Zacapa

Work on school dorm construction. You can have Bible studies with the students and do special activities and outings. Also included is a one day trip up into the mountains to get to know the villages which the students are from.

Expenses

$950 for a 10 day trip. Price includes food, hotels, transportation and project money. The minimum number of team members is 10 people.  Team must bring their own cook. Team is responsible for their travel expenses to and from Guatemala. Trip expenses must be paid 30 days in advance.

River/Rio Dulce

Be involved in the construction of our missions base. Included is a day-trip up the river to the village of Castulo. We are also able to take medical and dental teams in Rio Dulce.

Expenses

$950 for a 10 day trip. Price includes food, hotels, transportation and project money. The minimum number of team members is 10 people.  Team must bring their own cook. Team is responsible for their travel expenses to and from Guatemala. Boat travel to villages is not included in the cost. Trip expenses must be paid 30 days in advance.

Code of Conduct

To help you clarify some important considerations, we have listed below some points that we require for all mission participants.

A Willing and Flexible Attitude

  • You must be willing to submit to the leadership (includes Mission Coordinator, Team Leader, Faith in Action Leadership, and those in authority).
  • You must be flexible and able to accept changes to plans and schedules.

Work & General Participation

  • You must be willing to accept and perform all duties assigned to you, without complaining.
  • You must inform leadership about any physical limitations, that may hinder yourself, or others around you from performing their assigned duties safely.
  • You must be willing to participate in bible studies, devotions, prayer meetings and church meetings as requested by leadership.

Respect and Cooperation

  • You must be willing to respect and cooperate with others.
  • You must have an attitude of willingness to serve the needs of others before yourself.

Cultural & Spiritual Sensitivity

  • You must show cultural sensitivity regarding dress, speech and actions.
  • You must abstain from any alcohol or tobacco use while in the areas where Faith in Action minister.
  • You must abstain from any sexual relations, outside of marriage (our definition of marriage is “a holy covenant made between one man and one woman” See Matt 19:4-6).

Safety

  • You must be willing to never venture out on your own, always remain in groups, and informing leadership about any group outings you intend to participate in.
  • You must not take any illegal substances.
  • You must inform leadership about any mind-altering medications subscribed to you by a doctor.

Transfer of Funds for Short Term Teams

Please wire transfer all short term team funds. To get our banking info, contact us directly.

Short Term Team Handbook & Forms

We have compiled a handbook that include important forms, you must fill out and submit to Faith in Action. The handbook also includes Code of Conduct, Packing List, and important contact information, that you may want to share with your family.

FIA Short-Term Team Handbook