What to Expect?
Walk in God’s footsteps by joining your team and serving Him in another country. Step outside your comfort zone and get ready to experience spiritual growth.
Location
“Formavida” is Mission Life’s main child development center, located at the North end of Bogota, on top of a hill. The primary mode of “taxi” is riding in the back of a land rover. This is an adventure in itself and an experience that you won’t forget!
Bogota is the capital of Colombia. The city sits at the top of the Andes Mountains (elevation 8661 feet) and is often referred to as the “refrigerator of Colombia.” Bogota’s high elevation results in chilly nights that make for good sweater weather.
Trip Lodging
Mission teams live in the dorms at Formavida during our visits. The women’s wing consists of two rooms (2 bunk beds in each). It sleeps up to 8 women. It has a common area and two small bathrooms with showers.
The directors and pastors, Lucy Lancheros and her husband Ricardo stay at the property with the teams. The men’s dorm is located on the other side of the property. It houses 10-12 men with bathrooms as well. Meals are provided on site.
During your time in Bogota, you will:
Participate every day in the Child Development Program with numerous activities such as Bible studies, devotionals, games, etc
Visit two local schools with the Formavida team and present evangelistic activities, plays, worship, and more
Visit homes in the community and participate in prayer and fellowship with families in need
Participate in asset-based development projects such as construction of the Formavida School, or other projects based on the community needs.
Attend partner’s church worship services where one member of the team will have the opportunity to deliver a message
Meet and spend time with your sponsor child during the program, accompanying in activities
Walk up to the meadows for outdoor activities
Hike up to the top of the Andes Mountains for a panoramic view of the city
Experience growth in your own spiritual journey
Day of rest and relaxation: Visit the city square and local shopping
Take the First Step
Fill out an interest form and begin your mission trip journey with us in 2022!
2023 Trip Dates
april 22-29, 2023 Spring Recess (In Partnership with One church)
Cost
$2500
Trip members successfully fundraise a significant portion, if not all of their trip cost. There is usually a group fundraiser as well.
Cost covers flight, transportation, food and lodging, R&R day, translators and assed-based projects.
If your sponsored child is located at a different center, arrangements can be made for the child to be brought to Formavida at a cost to the sponsor.
Pre-Trip Expectations
Attend 6-7 team meetings/trainings within six months prior to the trip, one meeting after returning and complete complete Discipleship Workbook activities.