Mission trip to New Orleans LA, US Urban, October 8, 2010 to October 10, 2010

Project Overview:
The primary ministry focus in New Orleans is rebuilding people instead of structures. NOLA is a city where physical reconstruction has outpaced emotional reconstruction. People who are overwhelmed and/or struggling with depression can be found in every racial and economic category. Inevitably, the Lord will guide us to specific people. He has shown little concern for their class or race and we have found ourselves working in middle class neighborhoods and the inner city. Your ministry, just like Katrina itself, might impact people from all walks of life. We are able to help them restore their lives and homes and give them hope. We have found that the Lord has used prayer walks to lead us to the many of the work/ministry sites in the city.

Ministry Description:
Your group can help make an impact for Christ in New Orleans through prayer walks, sports evangelism, feeding programs, door to door ministry and evening outreach. We have found vacant school lots are great for Vacation Bible School. If one is willing to step out of their comfort zone and follow the Spirit�s leading, you will have a chance to build a meaningful relationship with many different types of people.

Requirements for Level 1:

Participants must:
1. Have accepted Jesus as Savior and have a living, personal relationship with Him.
2. Be able to verbalize their testimonies and share a simple Gospel message.
3. Be willing to submit to authority.
4. Demonstrate a servant's heart.
5. Leave negative attitudes at home.
6. Have a desire to minister to people.

Requirements for Levels 2 and 3:

Participants must also:
7. Have prior ministry experience.
8. Accept more difficult ministry and living conditions.
9. Expect more intense relational ministry.

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.

Airport & Transportation:
Groups must provide their own transportation during the project.

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.

Location Description:

One of North America's most distinctive and culturally diverse cities, New Orleans is located in southeastern Louisiana on the Mississippi River delta. It is one of the most active ports in the United States, about 110 miles from the Gulf of Mexico. New Orleans can be characterized by its striking contrast between the rich and poor. Blocks and blocks of slums exist alongside the wealthy Garden District.

New Orleans LA, US Urban Mission Trip