| Description | Come and see what is happening in Norway with the European Baptist Federation. “Do you have a passion for justice? Do you want to see peace in our world? Do you want to take the mission of God to all of the world? Do you want to take the mission of God into your own hometown? Do you want to imagine what church may look like in the future?” With these probing questions, the General Secretary of the European Baptist Federation extends the invitation to “a global summit of Christians from all over the world” in Stavanger, Norway – July 5-9, 2023! Non-refundable deposit of $250 reserves your spot. Final date to register and pay in full is April 7, 2023. $1,400 + Airfare (for Double Occupancy at designated hotel) or $1,600 + Airfare (For Single Occupancy at designated hotel) Please join our IM-sponsored Discovery Trip to Stavanger, where “we will share inspiring testimonies of what God is already doing through Baptist churches and unions to spread the Good News of Jesus Christ and how it is changing lives and transforming communities. We will hear from gifted keynote speakers as well as insightful Bible study and seminar leaders, collectively listening for God’s voice in directing us in our mission for the future. We especially look forward to the contribution from younger people making or seeking to make a difference in the world today, as they help us explore the context and needs that we are facing. Through inspiring worship, prayer times, and sharing meals together, we want to encourage and support one another, building friendships across nations, cultures, and languages – expressing our solidarity in Jesus Christ who unites us all together.” Our tentative group itinerary will be: Day 1; Sunday, July 2 Depart U.S. Day 2; Monday, July 3 Arrive Stavanger, Norway; hotel check-in; dinner Day 3; Tuesday, July 4 Guided tour of Stavanger Days 4 – 8; Wednesday - Sunday, July 5 - 9 Attend the SENT Global Mission Conference Evening of Day 8, Sunday July 8 Return to US or Day 9; Monday, July 10 Return to U.S. (There may be an optional mission trip to Honningsvåg, Norway, July 10 – 14 – to visit the community of the North Cape Baptist Church, which may be the northernmost Baptist Church in the world. Additional costs will apply). Cost for individuals staying in Single Room at hotel is $1,600 +Airfare Cost for individuals staying in Double Room at hotel is $1,400 + Airfare |
| Language | English |
| Country | Norway |
| Ministry Priority | From Everywhere to Everyone | Discipleship | Short-Term Mission Engagement | Youth and Young Adults |
| Duration | 1 - 2 Weeks |
Discovery Trip to Norway - 7/2/23 - 7/9/23
