Spotlighted Volunteer Mission Opportunities

The Rev. James Neuendorf, LCMS missionary to Puerto Rico, talks with guests of an English camp and members of the short-term team from St. Matthews Lutheran Church, Esko, Minn., at Fuente de Vida (Fountain of Life Lutheran Church), Ponce, Puerto Rico, on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2019. LCMS Communications/Erik M. Lunsford

Check out these spotlighted mission trips around the world! There are opportunities for individuals and for teams that are already formed. If you are interested in learning more, send us an email or click “Start the Process Today“.

Want to know more about sending a mission team with LCMS International Mission? Exploring International Mission Trips discusses who is responsible for which parts of the preparation, introduces key people, and lays out a rough timeline covering preparations to serving.

SPRING BREAK MISSION TRIP
February 28- March 7, 2026 — Czech Republic
Join missionaries Chelsea Irwin and Benjamin Helge in exploring the unique challenges and blessings that go hand in hand with missionary service. This opportunity is tailor-made for college students to explore missionary service.

ENGLISH BIBLE CAMPS
June 22- July 1, 2026 — Spain
July 8-20 2026 — Czech Republic
Share the Gospel with elementary and middle school aged children by partnering with a local Lutheran congregation to teach kids about Jesus and also give them a chance to practice their English skills. You will work together to put on an English Bible Camp. These are great opportunities for individuals to serve. Teams that are already formed could also serve in this opportunity.

MISSIONARY KID PROGRAM TEAM
October 15-19, 2026 — Ghana
Work with your team to prepare and lead the kid’s program for the children of our missionaries, ranging in age from toddlers to teens. The program can be modeled after a kids camp, VBS, or other types of active learning. We will provide the curriculum for you to use as a framework. This is a great opportunity for individuals to serve. A team that is already formed could also serve in this opportunity.

MISSION EDUCATION TEAMS
Flexible dates in 2025 — Belize
Flexible dates in 2025 — Dominican Republic
Experience and participate in the Lutheran Mission taking place in various countries in Latin America as you Spread the Gospel, Plant Lutheran Churches, and Show Mercy alongside missionaries and local leaders. We will strive to match your team members’ vocational skills and interests with different aspects of our work in that country. These are great opportunities for a congregation who wants to send a team!