CHICAGO, IL
expand your neighborhood in Chicago
The third-largest city in the U.S., Chicago is full of need. Through our local partnerships, students will learn how the church is responding to these needs in very real ways.
Through our local partnerships, students will learn how the church is helping alleviate poverty in Chicagoland neighborhoods.
Your team will serve in a variety of local ministries, ranging from a food pantry to a rescue mission.
Your students will also kayak the downtown Chicago River, hike through the Waterfall Glen Forest Preserve, or dive into Lake Michigan during an afternoon at the beach.
Why we love serving jesus in this neighborhood
Chicago is our backyard. We love supporting local ministries as they feed families, provide housing, and share the Gospel (Matt 28:19) across the city.
invite your students to grow and serve
DISCIPLESHIP
Your students will learn spiritual habits that they can apply at home.
YOUR STUDENTS WILL EXPERIENCE:
- Bible Study Methods
- Emphasis on Prayer
- Evening Worship
- Intentional Staff
- Tools for Debriefing
WAYS YOUR STUDENTS WILL GROW:
- Passion for God’s Word
- Reliance on God
- Dependence on Community
- Real Life Application
- Spiritual Maturity
Leadership Development
Your students will learn to lead out of their unique wiring and gifting.
YOUR STUDENTS WILL EXPERIENCE:
- Leadership Profile
- Team Building Games
- Leadership Assessment
- Leadership Principles
- Real Leadership Roles
WAYS YOUR STUDENTS WILL GROW:
- Leadership Wiring
- Spiritual Gifts
- Life Skills
- Leadership Principles
- Confidence
Trip programs offered in chicago:
Urban Adventure Serve
Focus: Students will discover their personal, God given mission by learning more about their Burdens, Passions, and Vision from God. They’ll serve alongside key urban ministries, learning how a personal mission can contribute to the overall Kingdom of God. Students will also participate in the Mission Race, a downtown team-based competitive learning experience.Age Group: Junior High, High School, Combined
Level of Challenge:
Sites:
- AUSTIN
- MILWAUKEE
- MEMPHIS
- CHICAGO
- DAYTON
- KANSAS CITY
- DENVER
- ATLANTA
TYPICAL SCHEDULE:
| 7:00 | Breakfast |
| 8:00 | Individual Morning Devotions |
| 9:00 | Service Project/Adventure Opportunity |
| 12:00 | Lunch |
| 2:00 | Service Project/Adventure Opportunity |
| 6:00 | Dinner |
| 7:30 | Team Time |
| 10:30 | Lights Out |
2023 DATES and pricing
| Dates | Price/Person (min of 15) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | JUNE 4–10 | $495 | SOLD OUT |
| 2 | JUNE 11–17 | $525 | SOLD OUT |
| 3 | JUNE 18–24 | $525 | SOLD OUT |
| 4 | JUNE 25–JULY 1 | $525 | SOLD OUT |
| 5 | JULY 2–8 | $525 | SOLD OUT |
| 6 | JULY 9–15 | $525 | SOLD OUT |
| 7 | JULY 16–22 | $525 | SOLD OUT |
| 8 | JULY 23–29 | $525 | SOLD OUT |
| 9 | JULY 30–AUGUST 5 | $495 | SOLD OUT |
included in the cost of your trip:
 | Pre-Trip Training Material |
| Post-Trip Training Material |
| Housing |
| Service Projects |
| Adventure Opportunities |
| 16 Meals |
| On-Trip Devotional Journals |
| Highly-Certified Youth Ministry Staff |
bring 2 adults free
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TRAVEL:
| CITIES WITHIN 8 HOURS DRIVING DISTANCE: | NON-STOP FLIGHTS AVAILABLE FROM: |
| Columbus, OH | Atlanta, GA |
| Nashville, TN | Birmingham, AL |
| Pittsburgh, PA | Charlotte, NC |
| Des Moines, IA | Dallas, TX |
| Minneapolis, MN | Memphis, TN |
| St Louis, MO | Philadelphia, PA |
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