Reaching People Across the World
At James River Church, our #1 core value is to reach the lost. Planting new churches and investing in missions is an amazing way to reach people and help them meet Jesus! In 2024, we are partnering with the Church Multiplication Network and Association of Related Churches to plant 20 new churches across the United States. We will also support church plants and projects in key areas of the world where there is a desperate need for the Good News of Jesus. We can’t wait to hear all the amazing stories of God’s faithfulness through these church plants this year!
20 United States Church Plants
In 2024, James River Church is partnering with the Church Multiplication Network and Association of Related Churches to plant 20 new churches across the United States. We can’t wait to hear all of the amazing stories of God’s faithfulness through these church plants this year!
Global Projects
This year, our global mission projects are focused on key church plants across Vietnam and Kenya. We will be adopting several major projects which includes drilling 5 new water wells, strategically located next to the new church plants in Kenya. Your giving impacts the globe for Christ!
US Church Plants
River of Life Church
Belgrade, MN
Mitchell & Kimberly Wall
rlcmn.church
Undefeated Church
Bedford, TX
Trammel & Tangie Orr
undefeatedchurch.com
Palms Church
Oakland, MD
Brandon & Casey Shank
palmschurchonline.com
Neighbor's Church
Kansas City, MO
Justin & Sam Roberts
neighborskc.org
ReChurch
Brooklyn Center, MN
Chuchi & Sheng Xiong
ReChurch.home
Generations Cowboy Church
Hallsville, MO
Jason & Kendra Mauck
Life Connections Assembly
El Paso, AR
Steve & Melanie Miller
elpasolifeconnections.com
Valley Church
Tempe, AZ
Blare & Elise Wood
valleychurch.cc
Emmaus Church
Des Moines, IA
Brandon & Hannah Horst
Valley Church
Phoenix, AZ
Chris & Connor Moore
valleychurchphoenix.com
Promise City Church
Salisbury, NC
Derrick & Roshonda Hawkins
promisecity.church
Momentum Church
Momentum Church
Sugar Land, TX
Daniel & Ashley Gregory
buildmomentumchurch.com
Blueprint Church
Blueprint Church
Houston, TX
Matthew & Falyn Davis
blueprintchurch.us
Story Hill Church
Story Hill Church
Mukwonago, WI
Josh & Emily Koskinen
storyhillc.org
One City Church
One City Church
Nashville, TN
Hollis & Elise Thomas
theonecity.org
DEVO Church
DEVO Church
Denver, CO
Nate & Michaela Gay
devochurch.com
Lifepoint Phoenix
Lifepoint Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ
TJ & Courtney Williams
lifepointphx.org
Moments Church
Moments Church
Fort Worth, TX
Nathanael & Heather Sauce
moments.church
Awaken Atlanta
Awaken Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
Jonathan Sanders and Val Poe
awakenatl.com
Echo Church
Echo Church
Anchorage, AK
Jacquez & Inett Britz
Upcoming Missions Trips
Philippines
February 20 – March 2, 2025
Cost $4,300
Description
James River Church will be partnering with OneChild in San Fernando Cebu, Philippines. OneChild operates through Hope Centers all around the world, with one located in San Fernando Cebu! Hope Centers host a development program for children that offers meals, education, and teaches children the truth about God’s love. This trip will offer team members the opportunity to minister medically through these Hope Centers. Even those without medical experience are welcome to help host children and assist in organizing clinic days.
Registration
• The last day to register for this trip is Nov. 13, 2024. Registration may close earlier if all spots are filled.
• A non-refundable deposit of $200 will be due upon registration. Please note that your card will not be charged until your application has been approved.
• This trip is open to ages 18+.
Passport Requirements
• Passport must be valid for 6 months after returning from this trip.
• Passport must have 2 blank visa pages, not amendment pages.
• If you do not have a valid passport at the time of registration, please email the Missions Office at MissionTrips@jamesriver.church or call (417) 581-5433 x8758 before applying for this trip.
Cost
• Total cost: $4300.00, including deposit.
• Deposit (non-refundable): $200.00, due upon registration. Please note that your card will not be charged until your application has been approved.
• Final payment is due: January 5, 2025.
• Included in cost: all transportation, visa, lodging, in-country meals, training, and medical travel insurance
• Not included in cost: passport fees, meals in airports, non-medical travel insurance, and souvenirs.
• This trip is not open to travel deviation requests.
Health Info
• Please consult your physician for travel/health concerns and any immunization recommendations.
• You may also view CDC recommendations at https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel
Team Meetings
All team meetings are mandatory. Please set aside the following times for meetings:
• Meeting 1 – 12/15/2024 at 10:45 am
• Meeting 2 – 01/19/2025 at 10:45 am
• Meeting 3 – 02/14/2025 at 10:45 am
• Debrief – 03/07/2025 at 10:45 am
Questions?
• For additional information about this trip, or if you have registration questions, please email the Missions Office at MissionTrips@jamesriver.church or call (417) 581-5433 x8758.
Nicaragua
May 9-17, 2025
Cost $2,000
Description
We will be partnering with Nathan and Christine Alfaro, missionaries to Managua, Nicaragua. We will be helping local believers with street evangelism, prayer and service ministry, outdoor church services, and more!
Registration
• The last day to register for this trip is 01/27/2025. Registration may close earlier if all spots are filled.
• A non-refundable deposit of $200 will be due upon registration. Please note that your card will not be charged until your application has been approved.
• This trip is open to ages 16+. All team members aged 16-17 must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian.
Passport Requirements
• Passport must be valid for 6 months after returning from this trip.
• Passport must have 1 blank visa page per stamp, not amendment page.
• If you do not have a valid passport at the time of registration, please email the Missions Office at MissionTrips@jamesriver.church or call (417) 581-5433 x8758 before applying for this trip.
Cost
- Total cost is $2,000, including deposit.
- Deposit (non-refundable): $200, due upon registration. Please note that your card will not be charged until your application has been approved.
- Final payment is due 03/23/2025.
- Included in cost: all transportation, visa, lodging, in-country meals, training, and medical travel insurance
- not included in cost: passport fees, meals in airports, non-medical travel insurance, and souvenirs.
- This trip is not open to travel deviation requests.
Health Info
• Please consult your physician for travel/health concerns and any immunization recommendations.
• You may also view CDC recommendations at https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel
Team Meetings
• All team meetings are mandatory.
- Meeting 1 – 01/29/2025 at 6:00pm
- Meeting 2 – 03/19/2025 at 5:30pm
- Meeting 3 – 05/07/2025 at 5:30pm
- Debrief – 05/21/2025 at 6:00pm
Questions?
• For additional information about this trip, or if you have registration questions, please email the Missions Office at MissionTrips@jamesriver.church or call (417) 581-5433 x8758.
El Salvador Family Trip
June 1-10, 2025
Cost $2,200
Description
We will be serving AGWM Missionaries Don & Terri Triplett of Kings Castle Ministries in beautiful San Salvador! Our team will partner with King’s Castle’s own Bible School Leadership Team students, and will help with street evangelism, children’s ministries, and compassion ministries! This is a family missions trip, encouraging parents and their children to serve the Lord together in El Salvador!
Registration
• The last day to register for this trip is 02/23/2025. Registration may close earlier if all spots are filled.
• A non-refundable deposit of $200 will be due upon registration. Please note that your card will not be charged until your application has been approved.
• This trip is open to ages 9+ (all children ages 9-17 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian)
Passport Requirements
• Passport must be valid for 6 months after returning from this trip.
• Passport must have 1 blank visa page, not amendment page.
• If you do not have a valid passport at the time of registration, please email the Missions Office at MissionTrips@jamesriver.church or call (417) 581-5433 x8758 before applying for this trip.
Cost
• Total cost: $2200.00, including deposit.
• Deposit (non-refundable): $200, due upon registration. Please note that your card will not be charged until your application has been approved.
• Final payment is due: 04/07/2025.
• Included in cost: all transportation, lodging, in-country meals, training, and medical travel insurance
• Not included in cost: Passport fees, meals in airports, non-medical travel insurance, and souvenirs.
• This trip is not open to travel deviation requests.
Health Info
• Please consult your physician for travel/health concerns and any immunization recommendations.
• You may also view CDC recommendations at https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel
Team Meetings
• All team meetings are mandatory.
- Meeting 1 – 03/05/2025 at 6:00 pm
- Meeting 2 – 04/02/2025 at 5:30 pm
- Meeting 3 – 05/28/2025 at 5:30 pm
- Debrief – 07/2/2025 at 6:00 pm
Questions?
• For additional information about this trip, or if you have registration questions, please email the Missions Office at MissionTrips@jamesriver.church or call (417) 581-5433 x8758.
Kenya
June 7-21, 2025
Cost $4,800
Description
James River Church will be partnering with OneChild in Malindi, Kenya. OneChild operates through Hope Centers all around the world, with one located in Malindi. Hope Centers host a development program for children that offers meals, education, and teaches children the truth about God’s love. This trip will offer team members the opportunity to minister medically through these Hope Centers. Even those without medical experience are welcome to help host children and assist in organizing clinic days.
Registration
• The last day to register for this trip is 02/10/2025. Registration may close earlier if all spots are filled.
• A non-refundable deposit of $200 will be due upon registration. Please note that your card will not be charged until your application has been approved.
• This trip is open to ages 18+.
Passport Requirements
• Passport must be valid for 6 months after returning from this trip.
• Passport must have 2 blank visa pages, not amendment pages.
• If you do not have a valid passport at the time of registration, please email the Missions Office at MissionTrips@jamesriver.church or call (417) 581-5433 x8758 before applying for this trip.
Cost
• Total cost: $4800, including deposit.
• Deposit (non-refundable): $200, due upon registration. Please note that your card will not be charged until your application has been approved.
• Final payment is due: 04/06/2025.
• Included in cost: all transportation, lodging, in-country meals, training, and medical travel insurance
• Not included in cost: Passport fees, visa ($51), meals in airports, non-medical travel insurance, and souvenirs.
• This trip is not open to travel deviation requests.
Health Info
• Please consult your physician for travel/health concerns and any immunization recommendations.
• You may also view CDC recommendations at https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel
Team Meetings
• All team meetings are mandatory.
o Meeting 1 – 03/16/2025 at 10:45 am
o Meeting 2 – 04/06/2025 at 10:45 am
o Meeting 3 – 06/01/2025 at 10:45 am
o Debrief – 07/06/2025 at 10:45 am
Questions?
• For additional information about this trip, or if you have registration questions, please email the Missions Office at MissionTrips@jamesriver.church or call (417) 581-5433 x8758.
France
June 20-28, 2025
Cost $3300
Description
We are partnering with Builders International to serve AGWM Missionaries and church planters, Pastors Manuel and Tina Prabhudas in Beauvais, France! We will be serving at a recent church plant, Beauvais Church, with light construction projects! We also have the opportunity to do some music ministry!
Registration
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The last day to register for this trip is 03/02/2025. Registration may close earlier if all spots are filled.
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A non-refundable deposit of $200 will be due upon registration. Please note that your card will not be charged until your application has been approved.
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This trip is open to ages 18+.
Passport Requirements
• Passport must be valid for 6 months after returning from this trip.
• Passport must have 1 blank visa page per stamp, not amendment pages.
• The 12-page U.S. emergency passport is not valid for visa-free entry into France.
• If you do not have a valid passport at the time of registration, please email the Missions Office at MissionTrips@jamesriver.church or call (417) 581-5433 x8758 before applying for this trip.
Cost
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Total cost: $3300 including deposit.
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Deposit (non-refundable): $200 due upon registration. Please note that your card will not be charged until your application has been approved.
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Final payment is due: 04/27/2025
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Included in cost: all transportation, lodging, in-country meals, training, and medical travel insurance
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Not included in cost: Passport fees, meals in airports, non-medical travel insurance, and souvenirs.
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This trip is not open to travel deviation requests.
Health Info
• Please consult your physician for travel/health concerns and any immunization recommendations.
• You may also view CDC recommendations at https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel
Team Meetings
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All team meetings are mandatory. Please set aside the following times for meetings:
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Meeting 1 – 03/02/2025 at 10:45am
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Meeting 2 – 04/27/2025 at 10:45am
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Meeting 3 – 06/15/2025 at 10:45am
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Debrief – 07/13/2025 at 10:45am
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Questions?
• For additional information about this trip, or if you have registration questions, please email the Missions Office at MissionTrips@jamesriver.church or call (417) 581-5433 x8758.
Indonesia
July 3-13, 2025
Cost $3,400
Description
We will be serving AGWM Pastors Ben and Kathleen Struss of Bogor, Indonesia! We will be serving at a missionary kid (MK) program during the annual field retreat for missionaries to Indonesia and Malaysia while on Flores Island. Our team will pour the Lord’s love into missionary kids and teens while their parents attend meetings at the field retreat!
We will also spend time serving the International Church of Bogor!
Registration
• The last day to register for this trip is 03/24/2025. Registration may close earlier if all spots are filled.
• A non-refundable deposit of $200 will be due upon registration. Please note that your card will not be charged until your application has been approved.
• This trip is open to ages 18+.
Passport Requirements
• Passport must be valid for 6 months after returning from this trip.
• Passport must have 2 blank visa pages per entry stamp, not amendment pages.
• This country will not accept emergency 12-page passports for entry.
• If you do not have a valid passport at the time of registration, please email the Missions Office at MissionTrips@jamesriver.church or call (417) 581-5433 x8758 before applying for this trip.
Cost
• Total cost: $3,400, including deposit.
• Deposit (non-refundable): $200, due upon registration. Please note that your card will not be charged until your application has been approved.
• Final payment is due: 05/19/2025.
• Included in cost: all transportation, visa, lodging, in-country meals, training, and medical travel insurance
• Not included in cost: Passport fees, meals in airports, non-medical travel insurance, and souvenirs.
• This trip is not open to travel deviation requests.
Health Info
• Please consult your physician for travel/health concerns and any immunization recommendations.
• You may also view CDC recommendations at https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel
Team Meetings
• All team meetings are mandatory.
- Meeting 1 – 03/12/2025 at 6:00 pm
- Meeting 2 – 05/14/2025 at 5:30 pm
- Meeting 3 – 06/25/2025 at 5:30 pm
- Debrief – 07/20/2025 at 10:45am
Questions?
• For additional information about this trip, or if you have registration questions, please email the Missions Office at MissionTrips@jamesriver.church or call (417) 581-5433 x8758.
Guatemala
July 26 – August 2, 2025
Cost $2,300
Description
James River Church will be partnering with the James Project in Guatemala. The James Project is an organization designed to serve and minister to neglected children and widows inspired from James 1:27. We will be working alongside the Shadow of His Wing’s Children’s Home, a program stemming from the James Project, to serve children through various activities, games, Bible lessons, and so much more.
Registration
• The last day to register for this trip is 04/06/2025. Registration may close earlier if all spots are filled.
• A deposit of $200 will be due upon registration. Please note that your card will not be charged until your application has been approved.
• This trip is open to ages 16+. All children ages 16-17 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Passport Requirements
• Passport must be valid for 6 months after returning from this trip.
• Passport must have 1 blank visa page per stamp, not amendment pages.
• If you do not have a valid passport at the time of registration, please email the Missions Office at MissionTrips@jamesriver.church or call (417) 581-5433 x8758 before applying for this trip.
Cost
• Total cost: $2300, including deposit.
• Deposit: $200, due upon registration. Please note that your card will not be charged until your application has been approved.
• Final payment is due: 06/04/2025.
• Included in cost: all transportation, lodging, in-country meals, training, and medical travel insurance
• Not included in cost: Passport fees, meals in airports, non-medical travel insurance, and souvenirs.
• This trip is not open to travel deviation requests.
Health Info
• Please consult your physician for travel/health concerns and any immunization recommendations.
• You may also view CDC recommendations at https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel
Team Meetings
• All team meetings are mandatory.
o Meeting 1 – 04/09/2025 at 6:00pm
o Meeting 2 – 06/04/2025 at 5:30pm
o Meeting 3 – 07/23/2025 at 5:30 pm
o Debrief – 08/13/2025 at 6:00 pm
Questions?
• For additional information about this trip, or if you have registration questions, please email the Missions Office at MissionTrips@jamesriver.church or call (417) 581-5433 x8758.
Bahamas
August 9-16, 2025
Cost TBD
Description
We will be partnering with Convoy of Hope and Many Hands to serve alongside local Bahamians and Haitians. Together, we will be working to meet the immediate physical needs of the local community, specifically serving low-income residents of Abaco Island. This will include serving local churches, farms, as well as other ministry opportunities.
Registration
• Please check back for registration dates
• This trip is open to ages 14+. All children ages 14-17 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Passport Requirements
• Passport must be valid for 6 months after returning from this trip.
• Passport must have 2 blank visa pages per stamp, not amendment pages.
• If you do not have a valid passport at the time of registration, please email the Missions Office at MissionTrips@jamesriver.church or call (417) 581-5433 x8758 before applying for this trip.
Cost
• Total cost is TBD. Please check back.
Health Info
• Please consult your physician for travel/health concerns and any immunization recommendations.
• You may also view CDC recommendations at https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel
Team Meetings
• Please check back for meeting dates.
Questions?
• For additional information about this trip, or if you have registration questions, please email the Missions Office at MissionTrips@jamesriver.church or call (417) 581-5433 x8758.
Rockaway Beach
September 6-13, 2025
Cost $575
Description
In partnership with Convoy of Hope Field Teams. We are honored to partner with a growing local church (Bridge of Faith), whose pastor is fighting for the soul of his community. Field Teams work with him and his congregation in transforming this former resort town — filled with deep poverty, methamphetamine use, and broken families — into one where citizens flourish and understand their true identity. The church purchased an abandoned resort and is working to renovate buildings into local businesses that provide new jobs and opportunities. We will assist the church with renovating the site, engaging local citizens through church programs, and assisting with the church-run thrift store.
Registration
• The last day to register for this trip is 05/30/2025. Registration may close earlier if all spots are filled.
• A non-refundable deposit of $50 will be due upon registration. Please note that your card will not be charged until your application has been approved.
• This trip is open to ages 14+. All children ages 14-17 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
Cost
• Total cost: $575.00, including deposit.
• Deposit (non-refundable): $50, due upon registration. Please note that your card will not be charged until your application has been approved.
• Final payment is due: 07/27/2025.
• Included in cost: all transportation, lodging, and meals.
Team Meetings
• All team meetings are mandatory.
- Meeting 1 – 05/25/2025 at 10:45am
- Meeting 2 – 06/29/2025 at 10:45am
- Meeting 3 – 08/31/2025 at 10:45am
- Debrief – 09/21/2025 at 10:45am
Questions?
• For additional information about this trip, or if you have registration questions, please email the Missions Office at MissionTrips@jamesriver.church or call (417) 581-5433 x8758.
Slovakia
October 24 – November 1, 2025
Cost TBD
Description
We will be serving AGWM missionaries John and Daralena Bean in the rural villages of eastern Slovakia. Our team will serve the local Roma people in a variety of ways, including light construction, children’s ministry, compassion ministry, and evangelism!
Registration
• Please check back for registration dates.
• This trip is open to ages 18+.
Cost
Total cost id TBD. Please check back.
Health Info
• Please consult your physician for travel/health concerns and any immunization recommendations.
• You may also view CDC recommendations at https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel
Team Meetings
• Please check back for meeting dates.
Questions?
• For additional information about this trip, or if you have registration questions, please email the Missions Office at MissionTrips@jamesriver.church or call (417) 581-5433 x8758.
Czech Republic
November 7-15, 2025
Cost TBD
Description
We are partnering with Builders International to serve AGWM pastors Adam and Victoria Huantovi with construction projects! We will be helping to renovate a 24,218 sq. ft. former cinema and cultural center. This place of hope will be the future home of the Huantovi’s church and coffee house! The building will then become one of the first Christian preschools/elementary schools in the region! This construction ministry will spend a significant amount of time doing finishing work on the interior of the building, making it a comfortable place for the people to worship and learn.
Registration
• Please check back for registration dates
• This trip is open to ages 18+.
Passport Requirements
• Passport must be valid for 6 months after returning from this trip.
• Passport must have 2 blank visa pages per stamp, not amendment pages.
• If you do not have a valid passport at the time of registration, please email the Missions Office at MissionTrips@jamesriver.church or call (417) 581-5433 x8758 before applying for this trip.
Cost
• Total cost is TBD. Please check back.
Health Info
• Please consult your physician for travel/health concerns and any immunization recommendations.
• You may also view CDC recommendations at https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel
Team Meetings
• Please check back for meeting dates.
Questions?
• For additional information about this trip, or if you have registration questions, please email the Missions Office at MissionTrips@jamesriver.church or call (417) 581-5433 x8758.
Ethiopia Medical
November 7-17, 2024
Cost: $3900 estimate. Cost is subject to change
James River Church will be partnering with One Child Matters in Addis Ababa. One Child Matters currently operates several development centers in Ethiopia, which serve around 3,200 children each week. We will be visiting a few of the centers in Addis Ababa and the surrounding area. You will be primarily working with children on this trip, by helping in medical clinics or just playing with them as they wait in line. This is a great opportunity to see the child you support and visit the centers.
For information about upcoming Missions Trips, please email MissionTrips@jamesriver.church.
For all other Missions information including church plants and support questions, please call the Missions office at (417) 581-5433.
