Ireland Mission Trip

“Sunday Bloody Sunday” was more than a song by U2—it was a tragic event in 1972, part of the ongoing “Troubles” that plagued Ireland for years. And though there is now peace between the Catholics and Protestants, tensions still remain under the surface.

The Ministry

You’ll be partnering with a church in Londonderry, Northern Ireland, working with the church’s youth group, running Bible clubs, and performing street ministry. Then you will head to the beach (not to swim; you’ll freeze to death!) to minister in Skerries, a bedroom community of Dublin. You’ll be doing a bit of everything: a kids club, evangelism on the beach, and ministering in the center of Dublin itself.

Dates

Students: Jun 23—Jul 28, 2012 [5 wks]
Staff Disciplers: Jun 16—Jul 28, 2012 [6 wks]

The Ireland mission trip is 35 days (5 weeks), so if you are looking for a mission trip that leaves much of your June and all of your August free, Ireland is a great option.

Required Support*

Contributions equal to:
 Students Staff
Airfare & Ground Costs $3,350 $3,350
Spending Money $390 $425
Total $3,740 $3,775

* $USD. For information about Canadian contributions and tax deductibility for Canadian citizen click here.

Ready to take the next step? Download our application.

There are 3 easy steps to apply to go on a mission trip:

  1. Download the application: Complete the request form below, Check your email, and Click the link.
  2. Print and complete your application.
  3. Send it in with the $40 application fee.
Royal Servants Application Request Form

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Visa Costs:

The Ireland mission trip does not require a visa.

Domestic Travel:

You are responsible to make and pay for your domestic travel arrangements to and from one of our Royal Servants meeting locations and notify us of your plans.

Getting Prepared:

Your participation with Royal Servants may require you to get or update your passport and purchase other incidental expenses.  For a list of these possible expenses click here

Adventure

In between days of ministry, you’ll have a chance to sit beside the Irish Sea, explore the beautiful streets of ancient Dublin, or drink tea and eat Lion Bars (which some claim are the best candy bars in the world) in cozy local shops. If you prefer, enjoy simply listening to the Irish talk to you!

Spiritual Growth

Ministering to the Irish will give you a first-hand look at a people who have pretty much rejected Christ. You’ll come face-to-face with two “religions”— Catholic and Protestant—that refuse to live in peace and people who live lives centered on the empty promises that consumerism offers. It will challenge you to a renewed commitment to follow Jesus more closely!

New Friends

Friendships develop fast as you search together for shamrocks, look for leprechauns, and eat Lucky Charms. OK forget the shamrocks, leprechauns, and Lucky Charms.  You and your teammates will work hard together preparing at Training Camp.  Your appreciation for each other’s strengths and gifts will grow.  You will develop a loving acceptance of their weaknesses, because in five weeks of ministry together they will see yours!  But that’s the good stuff, learning how to love each other for who you are.  That is the way Jesus said it should be.  You will walk away from the mission trip with friendships that will not only encourage you but give you strength!

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By Hank Dahl

I am the Ireland mission trip leader along with my wife Jackie. I spend a lot of my time discipling High School students, working on the baseball field, and looking for someone to prank. Follow Hank Dahl on or or support Hank Dahl with a donation