VISA teams are sponsored by their local church, conference or university to serve internationally and build relationships while meeting a need.
Team ministry can include construction projects, English and sports camps, vacation Bible schools, prayer journeys, agricultural work, church planting and medical ministry.
A team experience is usually 1 to 3 weeks. Team members volunteer their time and resources to participate. Funds for the necessary ministry materials are raised and donated by the sponsoring group.
VISA Ministries serves as facilitator for groups sending teams internationally.
VISA Ministries:
- Adheres to the highest standards in short-term missions.
- Connects teams with priority field-based ministry opportunities.
- Serves as a resource for team leaders.
- Provides administrative services related to safety, security, liability and fund transfers.
- Offers Team Leader Training for churches. A 2-3 day experience covering vital issues of short-term missions and church involvement in a cross-cultural setting.
VISA Ministries does not:
- Specifically plan and organize team experiences. The sending group is responsible for selecting its members and raising the necessary funds. Specific project information comes from a contact person on the field.
Let's Get Started
Adopting a project and registering a team are interchangeable terms. If you don’t have a specific project in mind, VISA staff will gladly assist you by explaining various projects and opportunities that might interest you. You may need to discuss several of these ideas with your church, conference, or school. Once you decide on a project, let us know so we can begin the process. If you already have a project in mind and have been discussing this with missionaries or national leadership, go ahead and fill out our Pre-Registration form or call the VISA Office directly: 800-342-5531 x220.
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