2026 EPEK - Mixed Leader's Trip 2
Central Asia -October 2026.
Join Southeast Christian Church and EPEK on a powerful mission trip to Southeast Asia in 2026, where you’ll partner with local believers to share the love of Christ in both practical and deeply relational ways. This team of up to 10 adults (ages 18 and over) will spend 5–7 days in-country, with up to 4 days of additional travel, serving through a variety of impactful ministries. From teaching in home churches and leading Bible studies to participating in weekend worship services, you’ll walk alongside the local church in encouraging and equipping believers. The team will also help distribute food packages to refugee families, participate in prayer walks, and offer trauma education where needed. Opportunities to connect with children and youth through English and computer lessons will allow you to build lasting friendships and plant seeds of hope. You may even witness the joy of baptism ceremonies as lives are transformed. This trip offers a diverse, meaningful experience, and a more detailed schedule will take shape as we approach 2026.
Important information and requirements to attend this trip.
1. Complete a Southeast Volunteer Application.
2. If age 18 or over, complete the online MinistrySafe training.
3. All trips require a deposit, which is non-refundable. The IRS considers all monies going towards a mission trip as a charitable donation. To comply with IRS guidelines, we are unable to refund any monies submitted.
4. Once registration opens, you may begin fundraising. Please be aware, at no time are donations refundable. They are considered charitable contributions by the IRS, and as such, can not be refunded.
5. All passports must be valid six (6) months after return date. If your passport will be expiring within that time frame, it will need to be renewed ASAP.
6. Most common food allergens: dairy, gluten, and eggs.
7. Water: Local tap water is unsafe and bottled water will be provided by our ministry partner. Our partner recommends avoiding any foods washed in tap water while on-field.
8. Languages spoken: Tajik and Farsi.
For more information, reach out to the Short-Term Missions Team at [email protected] and they can direct you to the trip team leader.
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Financial
$3,600.00
$100.00
| $100.00 | Non-refundable Deposit Due 3/28/2026 | |
| 50.00% | Half-Funds Due 5/7/2026 | |
| 50.00% | Full-Funds Due 7/23/2026 |
Requirements
Prerequisites
- Southeast Volunteer Application must be completed within 5 days of trip application. Missions Ministry will send to each applicant who has not already completed one or needs a renewal.
- MinistrySafe online training must be complete within 5 days of trip application.
- NON-REFUNDABLE $100 deposit is required at time of application.
Responsibilities
- SE Volunteer Application completed by deadline - Missions Logistics will send to you if this is needed.
- Mandatory attendance at team meeting(s) and overnight team retreat.
- If your passport expires within six (6) months of trip return, it needs to be renewed prior to trip departure.
- It is the team member's responsibility to fundraise for the trip. If fundraising goals are not met, participant will either be required to cover the amount not raised or drop from trip.
- All deadlines must be met and participant acknowledges missing a deadline will cause disqualification from trip.
- Read & agree to the Social Media Policy.
Restrictions
- Please read full trip description before applying.
- Allergies: If you have a severe allergy requiring the use of Epi-Pens in a critical situation, please discuss with team leader.
Preparation
- Discuss trip with your family to determine if it is the right fit for you at this time.
- Reach out to the team leader with any questions you may have before formally applying.



