Dates
July 17-24
Cost
90% OFF
75% OFF
Total
$355
$887.50
$3550
$887.50
$3550
Ages
13 +
Size
20
Experience the energy and diversity of Chicago while partnering with Circle Urban Ministries, an organization dedicated to bringing hope and transformation to the city’s west side neighborhoods through education, housing, health, and arts initiatives. During this vision trip, you’ll serve alongside staff and volunteers in Circle Urban’s summer programs, building relationships with children through games, reading activities, and shared meals. You’ll also have opportunities to support the ministry’s food pantry and participate in service projects that meet practical needs within the community. As you see firsthand how Circle Urban is making a lasting impact, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of urban ministry and community development. The trip also includes time to experience some of Chicago’s iconic landmarks, culture, and attractions, making for a meaningful and memorable week of service and fun.
TRIP CHAMPIONS:
Jennifer Horton
Ronnie Wallace
Temperature
70-85
Longest Flight
3 Hours
Total Travel Time
6-8 Hours
Physicality Rating 2/5
Spiritual Rating 2/5
Food Rating 1/5
Spiritual: 1-5
1 – No spiritual interactions
3 – What you might encounter on a regular day at Betenbough
5 – Regular spiritual interactions, you may be asked to pray out loud, give your testimony, or contribute to teachings in front of group
Food: 1-5
1 – Access to a variety of food with familiar ingredients
3 – Some meals may include unfamiliar dishes, but with familiar ingredients, and may not have much variety
5 – Some meals and ingredients will be unfamiliar and on the exotic end
Physicality: 1-5
1 – Low activity output, possibly some walking or a small service project
3 – Large amounts of walking, multiple days of service projects
5 – Multiple service projects with heavy labor and in high-heat environments
