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Tunica MS, US Rural Mission Trip
June 23, 2007 to June 29, 2007
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| Ministry Detail |
Ministry Description:
Culture and/or State Information
Located in the northwest corner of Mississippi, Tunica sits about an hour south of Memphis, TN near the Mississippi River. Historically part of an agricultural area, the town lies on the fringe of a growing gambling resort area, with major casinos attracting visitors from nearby Memphis and all over the Southeast. In fact, the Tunica area is now the third largest gaming region in the United States, after Las Vegas and Atlantic City. Despite the prosperity infused into the local economy over the past few years by the casinos, the local high school is underperforming. Affordable, good-quality housing in this land-rich county is shockingly scarce. And after making headlines several years ago as the poorest county in America, the poor still remain: Nearly a quarter of the residents still live below the poverty line. Long known for the racial segregation that has split the town in two, Tunica community is an area in desperate need of the love and truth of Christ.
Ministry Description:
Christ is at work in Tunica as He breaks down the walls that have separated the races for so long. You'll work closely with local churches that have a heart of compassion for their community. Your group will be involved in activities that focus on promoting racial reconciliation while ministering the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Ministries may include prayer walks, door-to-door evangelism, home repair, drama, sports outreach, children's ministry, Bible studies, training, and evening outreach. Be prepared to visit the elderly and minister through music, drama, and worship at a local nursing home. You may also be able to visit in the jail.
Food & Lodging
Worship services and meals are held at a local organization. Lodging will be provided at a local mission center. Sleeping bags, pillows and towels are recommended.
Recommended Prayer
- Pray that God would break down the economic and racial walls that separate the people of Tunica.
- Pray that God will break the bonds that gambling and the casinos have on the Tunica community.
- Pray that God will go before you and soften the hearts of the people of Tunica who have rejected the gospel or might be resistant to your message of hope.
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| Dress Code & What to Bring
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Dress Code:
We do require all trip participants, leaders, and staff to adhere to a dress code on each of our EDGE mission projects. We do this to show respect for God, respect for ourselves, and respect for others. Please help us achieve this goal by teaching your group that our dress code isn’t because we’re extremists, but because we love God, we wish to honor His creation, and we don’t wish to cause others to stumble. You can find specific guidelines in your M101 manual or by contacting your EDGE representative.
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| Travel Information |
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Shots & Vaccinations:
An updated Tetanus shot is Strongly Recommended for ALL projects. Hepatitis A is recommended.
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Suggested Travel Agency:
- Donna Booth, CTC Domestic and International Travel
Consultant
MTS Travel
9440 Philips Hwy, Ste 3
Jacksonville, Fl. 32256
Phone (800) 888-8292 ext 208
Email donnab@mtstravel.com
- Karol Fleming, CTC Domestic and International Travel
Consultant
MTS Travel
9440 Philips Hwy, Ste 3
Jacksonville, Fl. 32256
Phone (800) 888-8292 ext 208
Email karolf@mtstravel.com
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Suggested Travel Insurance:
We highly recommend all program participants have health insurance coverage for international trips. It is important to know that most regular health insurance plans do not cover you overseas. Health coverage is not a requirement for domestic trips, but still recommended.
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| Trip Participants |
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Cornerstone Church, TN (Mark Thornton)
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