Trip Preparation

___ 5 Changes of Underwear
___ 5 Changes of Work Clothes
___ 1 Casual Dress Clothes (For church and dining-dress or skirt for ladies)
___ Flip Flops (For shower)
___ Work Boots or Shoes
___ Comfortable Shoes
___ Rain Wear (Optional)
___ Laundry Bag
___ Flashlight (With extra batteries)
___ Work Gloves
___ Light Jacket or Sweater
___ 3 Rolls Toilet Paper
___ 1 Hat or Cap
___ Nalgene/Water Bottle (Optional)
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Each mission trip is an exciting adventure in faith. You will return with renewed faith and relationship with God, and a sense of accomplishment and fulfillment, as well as a feeling of gratitude and humility.

It is important to remember that those we meet are people, just like us. They have a different culture, language, climate, sense of values, etc. from our own, but they are all loved by God, and need to know Christ as their personal Savior. It is our purpose to introduce as many people to Jesus as we possibly can. A soft loving tone of voice, and speaking slowly, easily bridge the language barrier.

We will have Spanish tracts for use in ministering to those we meet; however, our most obvious and communicable means is always our Christ-like attitude and appearance. We should present ourselves as Christians at all times. That definitely includes fun and play, as well as work, study, and prayer.

If this is your first trip to a third world country it is extremely important that you be careful what you eat and drink. Assume all food and drink is unsafe until you ask your group leader or host.

Water on the WBM campus is safe to drink. Bottled water is safe to drink. You may ruin the trip for yourself and others by drinking bad water. Don’t chance it. Ice from locations other than the WBM facility may not be safe. Ask your host.

Food that has been prepared at the WBM facility is safe to eat. fruit is safe, but the skin may be contaminated. Ask for instructions when eating fresh fruit and other uncooked foods. This includes bananas, pineapples, oranges, mangos, lemons etc. Do not eat leafy vegetables unless prepared in the WBM kitchen or approved by a WBM staff member. Bottled drinks are safe for consumption. Carefully wipe the areas of the bottle that will come in contact with your lips to remove contamination, or use a straw. Don’t assume anything is sanitary, even in large cities.

Think safety at all times. Report all injuries and illnesses. Minor injuries and illness may quickly become serious, and out of control. Prevent accidents by planning/thinking ahead.

First aid provisions for minor injuries, nausea, diarrhea, headache, stings, and other conditions are readily available. We recommend that you take one Doxycycline tablet each day to protect against gastrointestinal illness. Bactrim or Septra may be used in lieu of Doxicycline if you wish. Doxycycline will be provided at no cost. The choice to take medicine is yours. We only suggest it.

We recommend that you use a large suitcase for your personal luggage. Pack your personal belongings in one large suitcase so your second checked luggage allowance can be used to transport items for the WBM ministry. Note: Some airlines are now charging for the second piece of luggage. The maximum allowance for any one piece of checked luggage is 50 pounds. You are also allowed one carry-on, and a camera or purse. No sharp instruments may be carried on your person. If in doubt, place the item in your checked luggage, or it may be taken from you at any airport security checkpoint. Attach a pink luggage tag, provided by WBM, to each luggage item. Be sure to complete the personal information on the back of the luggage tag.

You will be covered by insurance from the time you leave home until you return. Insurance for all WBM trips is provided through Adams & Associates International. We use the high option coverage, which includes higher payments coverage, you may contact Adams & Associates directly at 803-758-1800 or visit their website at www.aaintl.com for more information. Unless you notify us differently in writing, your estate will be the beneficiary of your life insurance.

We encourage volunteers to break all communication ties with home while on mission trips. Communication with home interrupts planned activities, diminishes the atmosphere of mission service, diverts attention from ministry purposes, disrupts group activities, and reduces overall enjoyment of the trip for all.

Outgoing phone calls are not permitted unless there is an emergency or for urgent business.

In case of emergency you can be reached by dialing direct: 011-504-769-4134 from the States. You will reach the WBM Ministry hospital. Ask for the person you wish to speak to by name.

Personal cell phones with international capabilities may be used before/after working hours as long as their use does not interfere with ministry activities or other volunteers. If you must maintain contact with home we recommend bringing a cell phone with international capability.

Personal laptop computers with wire/wireless capabilities may be used in some campus areas. Excessive use may cause unacceptable delays of the ministry internet capabilities. In such case the operator may be asked to suspend use until a more acceptable time.

A computer is provided for volunteer use. If communication is necessary, e-mail is the best way to communicate with home. We ask that e-mails be limited to one per day, sent before 7:00 am and after 8:00 pm.

E-mails should not be sent or received using the "Reply" or "Forward" functions. No attachments, moving things, photos, colors, etc. are permitted to be sent or received.

Your team leader should provide you with two WBM ministry cards with our State side and Honduras contact information. We suggest you leave a card with a family member in case emergency contact with you is necessary.

Gifts to Nationals must be approved before being given. . Often gifts to adults and children invite tens of others to come for food, clothing, school supplies, candy, medicine, etc. There is never enough for all who come. We try to provide for those with the greatest need, while considering the limited supply. There will be appropriate times for candy, clothing, and other items to be given to the public. Never throw candy or other items at people from vehicles. That practice is immoral, degrading, dangerous, and will not be tolerated in any form. No gum is allowed. Please follow the lead and instruction from your team leader or host in this and all matters while on the mission field.

Gifts to staff cause discontentment and problems among those who do not receive special gifts, therefore are not allowed. There are other ways to reward those whom you become close to during your visit, which do not cause problems. Please check with one of our ministry Associates for ideas

One day during your trip is normally reserved for personal shopping. Large or delicate items may be transported with you back to the States if properly packaged. Normally the merchant will provide that service at an additional charge. The system of price negotiating is alive and well in Honduras so enjoy your shopping!

Weather permitting; we go into the high mountains for a sightseeing trip and/or church on Sunday afternoon. You will enjoy fellowship with the local people, and the beautiful scenery. Be sure to bring your camera, plenty of film, extra batteries and your Deet

A washing machine is available for use during your trip. Detergent is provided for your use. Please deposit $1.00 or L20.00 in the coin box for detergent and use of the washing machine.

A dryer is available for use during your trip. Please deposit $1.00 or L20.00 in the coin box for use of the clothes dryer. Please do not dry items which have large buckles, boots, shoes, or other items that may damage the machine.

Please do not use these machines on the day before returning home unless you are washing/drying items to be packed and left for future trips.

The exchange rate from US Dollars into Lempira changes almost daily. Upon arrival into the country you will be given an opportunity to exchange multiples of $20.00 at the best available rate. You should exchange at least $20.00 in order to have funds to purchase soft drinks, snacks, water, and gifts. You will be able to exchange additional dollars for Lempira at any time.

The policy of WBM is to collect, and hold, all volunteer’s passports upon arrival in the country. They will be kept in a safe place and returned on the day of departure. Anyone who wishes to keep his/her passport may do so at his/her own risk.

The cost of standard trips of seven to twelve days is $600.00, which includes ground transportation in Honduras, meals, lodging, insurance, a day of shopping, a meal out, exit tax and ministry support. There will be $100 trip discount for each applicant if the full payment and application are received 30 days prior to the departure date, resulting in a trip cost of only $500. If the information and payment are not received in a timely manner you will be expected to pay the full $600.00 trip fee before arrival.

Completed applications should be received no less than sixty days prior to the date of departure. Full and final payment must be received prior to 30 days before departure. All payments should be mailed to the WBM office at PO Box 99 / Barnesville, GA 30204.

WBM no longer makes arrangements for volunteers' air transportation to/from Honduras. We recommend that you contact our travel agent Donna Bench at Volunteers in Mission Travel Group donna@adventuresinmission.org to help with your travel plans. The sooner you contact Donna Bench, owner of Adventures in Mission Travel Group, the greater the chance she will be able to provide seats on the dates you request. We recommend initial contact with Donna nine months or more in advance of your departure date

NOTE: Please contact WBM first to be sure the dates you request are available.

NOTE: Passport/s must have an expiration date more than six months after the date of departure.

Deviations, travel dates other than the posted trip dates, must be requested at the time the application is submitted. There will be an extra charge of $50.00 for transportation from and to the airport if you are not traveling on the group dates.

SPECIAL NOTE: World Baptist Missions Inc. does not support guest travel using TACA Airlines. Our guests have had extensive problems with TACA Airlines. For that reason we do not meet TACA flights, nor do we assist our guests with problems they may have with TACA Airlines. Any guest using TACA will be responsible for their own transportation to and from the WBM campus in Guaimaca.

Please contact mail@wbmonline.org to begin organizing your mission trip to Honduras!

You are invited to participate in WBM ministry trips regularly. Trips are described in the Trips Schedule section of the WBM website. WBM should receive your application at least 60 days prior to your departure date. Final payment must be received no later than 35 days prior to your departure date.