June 12-21, 2025

Be part of the South Asia disciple-making movement on this evangelism focused trip. Be ready to engage people who are eager to have spiritual conversations while exploring a challenging cross-cultural context. Attending team meetings and trainings are mandatory. Applications will be reviewed, and notifications will be sent upon approval.

Team Leader: Kali Simpson

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July 3–12, 2025

Join our team serving in a key Middle Eastern country as we minister to men, women, and youth. Together, we will support the disciple-making movement through sports and student ministry engagement. Commitment to team meetings for training in evangelism, cross-cultural engagement, and discipleship are required.

All team members must be Safeguarding screened prior to joining the team.

Team Leader: Chad Hamm

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June 7–14, 2025

This entry level trip is designed for families to serve on mission together. Team members will participate in a variety of ministry opportunities including children’s ministry, sports camp, mercy ministries, evangelism, and work projects alongside Tamarindo Church.

All team members must be Safeguarding screened prior to joining the team.

Team Leader: Kevin Spivey

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June 28–July 6, 2025

Target unreached people groups in an urban European context. Small teams will focus on gospel sowing through building personal relationships in strategic areas of London. The primary task will be Bible and digital resource distribution, gospel sharing, and prayer walking. There will also be opportunities for relational ministry in parks and to the Muslim community in London.

All team members must be Safeguarding screened prior to joining the team.

Team Leader: Emil Haddad

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June 6-12, 2025

HUB Cypress 11th-12th grade students will work alongside InStep International and Yellow River Church, a local church in Jaco, Costa Rica. The students will host community outreach events, partner with local schools for evangelistic teaching, and do local work projects in Jaco. Their mission is part of a long-term partnership between HFBC Cypress Campus and InStep-International Costa Rica, aimed at strengthening local pastors, churches, and families.

All team members must be Safeguarding screened prior to joining the team.

Team Leader: Tommy Kersten

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June 30–July 7, 2025

Join us as we take the gospel to LeBlanc, an unchurched neighborhood in Rio de Janeiro in partnership with one of our global worker partners. During our time there we will host activities for men, women and children and in doing so create spaces for gospel conversations to take place. We will also participate in activities to enrich the community such as prayer walks, sprucing up the neighborhood through picking up trash, and building relationships with those we meet along the way as we connect them to local churches and believers.

All team members must be Safeguarding approved prior to joining the team.

Team Leader: Fraisy George

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July 4–13, 2025

Partner with Cru - Momentum Europe - as they reach and disciple college-aged young adults. We will have a week-long camp where we will utilize sports, games, Bible stories and character development themes to weave the gospel story and share Christ, through word and deed.

Team Leader: Peter Lee

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July 8–15, 2025

Be part of a team serving Alaska residents who camp on the Cook Inlet beaches at the Kenai River during the height of salmon fishing season. This ministry approach is gentle servanthood and meeting needs through various methods including kids club, prayer walking, traffic control, trash pick-up, and serving food. Engage the community through servant evangelism. Think “beach reach” Alaskan style! Minimum age 8 years old.

All team members must be Safeguarding screened prior to joining the team.

Team Leader: Chris Heitman

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July 26–August 2, 2025

Join us for a week filled with outreach in the diverse, beautiful neighborhood of Western Queens. We will partner with Queens Church to put on a youth sports camp, as well as meet people from the neighborhood in the parks & near the subways. We’ll serve the city by providing coffee, having giveaways, and offering prayer. On this trip, you'll have the opportunity to interact with the people of Queens and extend the love of Christ to many who need the hope of Jesus in their life!

All team members must be Safeguarding screened prior to joining the team.

Team Leader: Malcolm Marshall

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Oct 17-26, 2025

Do you like adventure, traveling to rural areas, meeting friendly people, and aren’t afraid to try new things? If so, the New Ground Team might be for you! Team members must complete training in evangelism, cross-cultural engagement, and more. The New Ground Team is all about immersing yourself in a new culture while sowing gospel seeds in areas of the world where the gospel has yet to have been proclaimed.

All team members must be Safeguarding screened prior to joining the team.

Team Leader: Kadin Chrastina

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October 1–7, 2025

Participants on this trip will play a supporting role in carrying out the revitalization strategies of 3-6 churches in Maine. This includes community outreach, church gatherings, conferences/seminars, small maintenance projects, prayer initiatives, and other activities needed by the churches. The team will also participate in Maine Baptist Association's annual state conference of its Southern Baptist churches. As we serve alongside our brothers and sisters in Maine, we gain tools that will also train us for our mission here at Houston’s First. Trip cost includes all transportation, housing, and most of the meals. One day of the trip will focus on building camaraderie among the team members. Team members can make arrangements to bring children or grandchildren on a case-by-case basis.

All team members must be Safeguarding screened prior to joining the team.

*Adult ll LBS classes are made up of people and families that are in or nearing the empty-nesting stage of life.

Team Leader: Don Munton

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October 2–5, 2025

Favor City Church is turning 4 years old! Summit Young Adults will be traveling to celebrate with Favor City while also supporting ministry partners in the Las Vegas. Come learn about church planting and the work of Favor City Church to reach this key Send City.

All team members must be Safeguarding screened prior to joining the team.

Team Leader: Megan Lee

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October 9–18, 2025

Be part of the South Asia disciple-making movement on this evangelism focused trip. Be ready to engage people who are eager to have spiritual conversations while exploring a challenging cross-cultural context. Attending team meetings and trainings are mandatory.

Team Leader: Victor Bazaldua

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October 24–November, 2025

What do you get when you combine hiking, backpacking, and evangelism? The Mountain Team! The Gospel has reached some of the most remote places in South Asia through our partnership with global workers and the local team. Evangelism proficiency, the ability to carry a backpack for days, and a willingness to “rough it” are a must. Team meetings and trainings are mandatory.

Team Leader: Justin Seale

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December 2025

Description coming soon.

All team members must be Safeguarding screened prior to joining the team.

Team Leader: TBD

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January 15–26, 2026

Our women’s team will partner with global workers serving other women in a key international city. Due to the sensitive nature of this mission, all team members will undergo special training. This is a unique opportunity to support and empower women while sharing the hope of Christ.

All team members must be Safeguarding screened prior to joining the team. This includes baptism, church membership, and 6 months of active involvement at HFBC.

Team Leader: Andi Farrell

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February 7–13, 2026

Guatemala is a stunning and beautiful country with spiritual and physical needs. We're assembling a passionate team of doctors, nurses, physical therapists, dentists, and bilingual translators to serve families in its rural communities. In partnership with Agape in Action, we’ll host medical clinics where care is most needed. Come be a part of healing and hope in Guatemala!

All team members must be Safeguarding screened prior to joining the team. This includes baptism, church membership, and 6 months of active involvement at HFBC.

Team Leader: Marcus Rodriguez

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March 5–11, 2026

Join us in a strategic Middle Eastern country as we support a growing disciple-making movement alongside our partners. This mission requires a commitment to team training in evangelism, discipleship, and cross-cultural ministry. Be a light in a place where the gospel is moving powerfully!

All team members must be Safeguarding screened prior to joining the team. This includes baptism, church membership, and 6 months of active involvement at HFBC.

Team Leaders: Jason and Paige Swiggart

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March 6–13, 2026

Check back for details and open applications by the end of this summer!

All team members must be Safeguarding screened prior to joining the team. This includes baptism, church membership, and 6 months of active involvement at HFBC.

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March 7-13, 2026

Rushmore is designed for 10th–12th grade students ready to take their mission experience to the next level. This immersive trip—set in Washington D.C. or New York City—focuses on serving alongside church planters while engaging with international communities in the U.S. Students will deepen their missional giftings and learn new ways to share Jesus boldly.

Rushmore requires an application process. Applications are available in September each year, and accompanying interviews will follow.

Team Leader: Tony Bianco

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March 7-13, 2026

Rushmore is designed for 10th–12th grade students ready to take their mission experience to the next level. This immersive trip—set in Washington D.C. or New York City—focuses on serving alongside church planters while engaging with international communities in the U.S. Students will deepen their missional giftings and learn new ways to share Jesus boldly.

Rushmore requires an application process. Applications are available in September each year, and accompanying interviews will follow.

Team Leader: Tommy Kersten

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March 7-13, 2026

Rushmore is designed for 10th–12th grade students ready to take their mission experience to the next level. This immersive trip—set in Washington D.C. or New York City—focuses on serving alongside church planters while engaging with international communities in the U.S. Students will deepen their missional giftings and learn new ways to share Jesus boldly.

Rushmore requires an application process. Applications are available in September each year, and accompanying interviews will follow.

Team Leader: Giancarlo Callejas

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March 7-13, 2026

Rushmore is designed for 10th–12th grade students ready to take their mission experience to the next level. This immersive trip—set in Washington D.C. or New York City—focuses on serving alongside church planters while engaging with international communities in the U.S. Students will deepen their missional giftings and learn new ways to share Jesus boldly.

Rushmore requires an application process. Applications are available in September each year, and accompanying interviews will follow.

Team Leader: Mark Cox

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March 23–28, 2026

Step into the frontlines of compassion with Phoenix Street Reach. For a few days, you'll be prayer walking, sharing the gospel, and serving the homeless population. It’s a powerful, on-the-ground experience of serving Christ through word and deed.

All team members must be Safeguarding screened prior to joining the team. This includes baptism, church membership, and 6 months of active involvement at HFBC.

Team Leader: TBD

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Spring 2026

Home to over 250,000 college students and a thriving international population, Boston is a city buzzing with opportunity. Join Houston’s First College Ministry as we partner with Kings Hill Church to share the love of Jesus in this strategic city. This trip is open to college students, and for those not attending, you can still make a powerful impact by supporting the team through prayer and supporting/sending a college student!

Team Leader: Hunter Mullennix

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Spring 2026

Houston’s First college students are teaming up with FBC Downers Grove to serve the Chicagoland area with the gospel. This mission opportunity is open to students in our College Ministry. Not a student? You can still join the mission through prayer and supporting/sending a college student!

Team Leader: Hunter Mullennix

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Spring 2026

Join our team as we partner with Your Church to reach the heart of Las Vegas with the gospel. Learn firsthand about church planting and what it takes to reach a vibrant, diverse, and growing city for Christ. It’s more than a trip—it’s an opportunity to be part of something transformative.

All team members must be Safeguarding screened prior to joining the team. This includes baptism, church membership, and 6 months of active involvement at HFBC.

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Spring 2026

Be part of a strategic five-year partnership between Adult II LBS classes and the Maine Baptist Convention focusing on revitalizing churches across Maine. Participants will assist 3–6 local churches through outreach, special church gatherings, conferences/seminars, maintenance projects, and prayer initiatives. Help encourage gospel-centered ministry and strengthen church communities throughout the region.

All team members must be Safeguarding screened prior to joining the team. This includes baptism, church membership, and 6 months of active involvement at HFBC.

*Adult II Life Bible Studies are made up of people and families that are in or nearing the empty-nesting stage of life.

Team Leader: Don Munton

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Spring 2026

Love adventure, traveling to rural areas, meeting friendly people, and sharing the gospel? The New Ground Team is for you. After completing training in evangelism and cross-cultural ministry, you’ll travel to rural and unreached areas to sow gospel seeds where Christ has not yet been proclaimed. Come experience the power of stepping into the unknown for the sake of the gospel.

All team members must be Safeguarding screened prior to joining the team. This includes baptism, church membership, and 6 months of active involvement at HFBC.

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Spring 2026

Following our impactful 2024 trip, Thru the Roof returns to the Middle East! We’ll provide training for school staff and parents on how to better serve children with disabilities, especially those with autism. This trip focuses on building deep relationships and empowering local communities through education and the love of Jesus alongside our local partners. This is a team of specialists using professional training to make an impact.

All team members must be Safeguarding screened prior to joining the team. This includes baptism, church membership, and 6 months of active involvement at HFBC.

Team Leader: Daniel Williams

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Spring 2026

“Alcance” (ahl-kahn-seh) means “reach” in Spanish, and that’s exactly what we’ll do. Join our team in partnering with local churches for gospel-sharing and disciple-making ministry in a Spanish-speaking country. Team training includes evangelism preparation and cultural engagement, equipping you for impactful service.

All team members must be Safeguarding screened prior to joining the team. This includes baptism, church membership, and 6 months of active involvement at HFBC.

Team Leader: Ivan Adams

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