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Peru
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When you think of Peru, what comes to mind? Alpacas? Machu Picchu? The Disney animated classic The Emperor's New Groove? Peru is far more than all of that. The third-largest country in South America is home to over 33 million people who live on the coastal plains, in the Amazon, and throughout the Andes mountains. Their culture is vibrant and distinct: a blend of Incan and Spanish traditions expressed throughout their architecture, fashion, art, and the people themselves.
During your time here, you will join the story of what God is doing in the churches and missionaries of Arequipa. Come and be an encouragement to the church on this mission trip to Peru.
Peru is more than alpacas and Machu Picchu! This South American country is home to over 33 million people who live on the coastal plains, in the Amazon, and throughout the Andes mountains, with a vibrant and distinct culture. Come with us to experience a world that beautifully blends Incan and Spanish traditions.
Students 13 - 18
Staff 19+
Ages 15 - 22
Outreach
A significant part of your time in Arequipa is partnering with local churches and assisting them in their ongoing local outreach and ministry. Some nights, you may have the chance to lead English-language Bible studies with those who barely speak it and don’t really know about God. On other days, you may be facilitating youth group events to encourage and develop the young believers in the church. And it’s worth noting that in Arequipa, only a handful of missionary families serve a city of 1 million people. That is a big job, and burnout can be very real. We are only in Peru for a few weeks, but we want to see those serving here full-time thrive for years to come; we do this by assisting with work projects like painting churches and removing old bathtubs or by hosting an event for missionary kids and giving their parents an opportunity for a date night.
Adventure
Personal development
On the Peru trip, you will have the opportunity to experience a variety of beautiful locales, from one of the deepest canyons in the world to the bustling cities of Lima and Arequipa. You’ll get to try lots of authentic Peruvian cuisine (like rocota relleno, ceviche, salchipapas, and lomo saltado), and the odds of meeting an alpaca are greater than almost anywhere else in the world! But the real highlight is the chance to meet many incredible people with whom you can share your faith and hear their stories. This relational aspect of the trip is a unique opportunity to learn from others and grow in your faith.
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Team Dynamics
Growth
We believe in hands-on discipleship. You will be trained on how to talk to someone about the Gospel and how to share your personal testimony of faith. Additionally, we prioritize daily time in the Bible, regular prayer and worship, and guided Scripture memorization. On top of that, you’ll be living in basic conditions on a different continent - a challenge that will grow your faith in God! If you are willing to give up your comfort zone this summer, we guarantee you will see yourself grow as a follower of Jesus.
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the royal servants experience
While every Royal Servants Trip is different, there are some things that never change.
From Training Camp to debriefing, every aspect of our ministry is focused on discipling our students. Through small group discussions, large group teachings, and an extensive debriefing process, we want to ensure your student is not only emotionally prepared for a summer overseas but also that they are prepared to apply what they learn in the summer to their life at home.
It is important for our teams to start with a solid foundation before they embark overseas. At Training Camp, you will begin building relationships with your team, learn how to share the Gospel, and prepare for what life will look like overseas. You will leave Training Camp ready to face any challenge that may come your way.
Over the course of the summer, you will experience how transforming life in Christian community can be. Through daily quiet times and small group discussions, you will deepen your relationship with God. Through outreach, you will gain new understanding of God's heart for the world and the Church. Through being in community, you will learn how to love those around you.
After weeks packed full of ministry outreaches, you will transition into a week of debriefing. Going home after an intense summer ministry experience can be challenging emotionally and spiritually. Debriefing is a time of reflection about what you have experienced, seeking wisdom from God, and preparing for the challenges you might face going home.
Throughout the summer, you will hear teachings on foundational Christian truths. Our biblical worldview is best described as historic Christianity, and we teach from a traditional perspective on morality and values that the church has held for over 2000 years. Refer to our Statement of Faith and make sure we are the right fit. On everything else, we encourage students to seek answers from their parents and local church community.
Royal Servants takes the safety and health of each participant seriously. We go to great lengths to ensure participants remain healthy and safe throughout the trip.
Therefore, no participant is allowed to be alone in any city; Royal Servants always travel in groups of three or more, and when possible, with either a male or Summer Staff in each group. The Trip Leaders also continually monitor conditions within the host country before and during the trip. The team will be moved to a stable location if a situation threatens the team's security, whether from political or environmental conditions.
Royal Servants mission trips are led by Reign Ministries’ staff, not part-time volunteers. Our staff care deeply about students and see leadership as a privilege. Each staff member is intensively trained on how to connect with and lead students. They are fully engaged in every aspect of the mission trip, whether being involved in ministry, leading Bible studies, or just hanging out building relationships. They are intentional to ensure that each student is discipled beginning at Training Camp and through debriefing prior to returning home.
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