Guatemala (November 22 – December 1 2026)

Thank you for your interest in participating in the Lewisville Learning Team Trip to Guatemala. This learning trip is part of our growing partnership with Canadian Baptist Ministries (CBM) through their STEP Partnership. The purpose of this trip is to listen, learn, build relationships, and return better equipped to serve as advocates and partners in God’s work globally.

5 questions you might have about Guatemala SENT Trip

1) When is the trip?

November 22 – December 1, 2026

7–8 days in-country, plus travel. Exact dates will firm up once flights are booked.

2) What will we be doing there?

We’re going to listen, build relationships, and support what their needs. Through our CBM STEP Partnership, we’ll work alongside local partners on kids ministry, a building or service project, and shared learning. The itinerary is still taking shape with our hosts.

3) What does commitment look like?

Before you leave, the team will meet several times for cross-cultural training, CBM partnership sessions, team-building work, and team fundraising. When we return, we’ll meet to debrief our experience and later, share stories.

4) What does it cost?

Our most current budget expects a cost for each participant to be $3,500. The team will run group fundraisers together, and each person is encouraged to invite family and friends to give toward their trip to help offset the cost. The final cost to each person will depend on the outcome of the fundraising efforts.

5) I’m interested but not sure yet. What should I do?

Not ready to apply yet? Come find us between services Sunday, April 26 in the meeting room where we’ll share info snd help answer any questions you may have.

Please complete this application thoughtfully and prayerfully. There are no “right” answers, we simply want to get to know you a bit better, understand your heart, experience, readiness, and sense of calling. We are excited to hear from you!

Guatemala Trip Application

First name

Last name

Phone

Birthday

Year

Month

Day

Occupation/Area of Study

Do You Have a Valid Passport?

Yes

In Process/Planning to Apply

If yes, expires before June 2027?

Yes

Share a little about your connection, history and involvement at Lewisville

How do you see this trip fitting into your own spiritual journey and discipleship?

Are there particular ways you sense God stretching or forming you right now?

Please describe any cross-cultural experiences or trips (local or international missions, work, study, travel, or ministry.)

What have you learned from past experiences of engaging across cultures?

How do you generally respond when you feel uncomfortable, out of your depth, or challenged by different perspectives?

What does it mean to you to approach this trip as a “learning trip” rather than a “helping trip”?

What skills, experiences, or gifts do you bring that could serve the team well? (Examples: leadership, listening, language skills, organization, prayer, teaching, technical skills, relational strengths, adaptability, etc.)

How do you typically function on a team? (Please note strengths you bring and areas where you continue to grow.)

In what ways might this experience shape your ongoing involvement in global mission, justice, or partnership?

What excites you—and what feels challenging—about being an advocate when you return home?

This trip will require preparation, participation in team meetings, fundraising, and post-trip debriefing. (3-4 team meetings, group fundraisers event, post-trip team debrief). Are you able to commit to these expectations?

Yes

What support systems do you have in place (family, work, church) that would help you participate fully?

Is there anything in your current season of life that could make participation particularly challenging?

What do you hope God might do in you through this experience?

Is there anything else you would like us to know as we prayerfully discern the team?

Please provide two references from Lewisville Church who can speak to your character, faith, and readiness for this experience. (Include name, email, phone number and relationship to you).

Thank you for taking the time to complete this application. Our leadership team will prayerfully review all applications and follow up with next steps, including interviews if needed.

- Learning Trip Leadership Team

Additional Information:

The travel dates listed above may shift slightly based on available flights – this will be firmed up approximately 5 months before departure. Our plan is to be in Guatemala for 7-8 days + travel.
Each team member is responsible for the full project cost of $3,500. As a team, we will participate in several group fundraisers, and individuals are also encouraged to invite family and friends to partner with them financially. Funds raised through these efforts will go toward reducing each participant’s total cost.

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Guatemala (November 22 – December 1 2026)

Guatemala Trip Application