I understand that I am representing Christ and the local church while I am on this mission trip, and I covenant to act in a way that reflects this understanding and brings glory to God.
- I will be sensitive to theological issues.
- I am aware that the Christian faith manifests itself in different ways in different cultures.
- I will treat with respect my team leaders, fellow team members, in-country hosts, and nationals with whom we work.
- I will avoid criticizing my leaders, fellow team members, and hosts.
- I will avoid any romantic activity toward fellow team members or nationals.
- I realize that activity of this type could hinder the team witness and interfere with my own spiritual focus on this project.
- I will avoid making negative political comments about my host country or excessively talk about the greatness of my own country or criticize things I do not like about my host country.
- I will not use profanity and abusive language. I will not use illegal drugs.
- I will abide by the host church’s practice concerning alcohol and tobacco products during the entire trip.
- I will accept and do the jobs given to me without complaint and clean up after job is completed.
- I will maintain my personal disciplines of prayer and Bible study during the project.
- I will resist complaining when things go wrong or when I don’t like what is happening.
- I will avoid isolating myself from nationals or missionaries during any free time, but will pursue fellowshipping with them.
- I won’t try to spend all my time with other volunteers.