ROTR Dominican RepublicWORK . WORSHIP . WITNESS | JUNE 26-JULY 3, 2018Welcome to the Dominican Republic ROTR! We’re excited that God has laid it on your heart to join us on this special overseas service trip. Thank you for taking this first step in joining us for another year! ROTR DR is a life-changing, culturally immersive experience that takes place in the heart of the capital of the Dominican Republic, Santo Domingo. We partner with the Cen-ter for Transforming Missions which takes care of our housing, food, project materials, project details, and transportation. For those of you traveling overseas for the first time, this will be a new experience! You’ll notice some similarities to the U.S., but other things will be completely different. That’s the fun part of a trip like this!

RISE will provide you with a journal before we leave to allow you to process your thoughts each day. We’ll give you time each day to let God reveal things to you while you’re in the Dominican Republic. Write them down in your daily journal so that when you get back home you’ll have them to look back on and remember your amazing trip.

Projects will take 3-4 days and will likely be one or two of the following: painting, mixing/pouring concrete, block work, and light construction. These projects are done for Christian schools, churches, and/or families in need. The team will also

have the opportunity to do some sightseeing that will include historic sights, other ministries, local shops, and the beauti-ful beaches of the DR. We, of course, will also have plenty of opportunities to interact with local Dominicans, especially kids! The end of our time in Santo Domingo is marked with an outreach event for one of the poorest communities in the city that features local praise and worship artists, and a speaker and/or entertainer from America. Temperatures in the Dominican are very warm, so please come prepared. Remember your sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat and a water container to stay hydrated. Purified water will be provided so that you can fill up your water bottle (Many times!) every day. Other recommended items for packing are listed in this booklet. If you have any questions please call RISE at 712-324-9763 or email Lee at lee@riseministries.com.

As you continue to prepare, remember to pray for your team-mates and those we will serve and meet. The Dominican Re-public ROTR will be a great trip and we’re excited to see what God has in store for us!

Partnering with CMTCentro para Mision Transformadora | Center for Transforming Missions

Mission/Vision of CMT

The Center for Transforming Missions works with a limited number of groups from the states every year for purposes of developing vision. We are headquartered in Santo Domingo, the first city established in America after the discovery in 1492. It has a metropolitan population of approximately 3.5 million.

Part of our vision in working with groups from the states is to share the beauty of God all around us. Secondly, exposing groups from the states to visionary leaders and cutting edge ministries run by Dominicans working in the hardest places brings us great joy. From the gut wrenching poverty of La Puya where 60,000 people live in a ravine, to the 4,000 homeless youth living on the streets of Santo Domingo, to Christian schools that provide access to education to over 5,000 children and youth in some of the most impoverished communities around Santo Domingo and other parts of the country. In the DR, yearly more than 400,000 children and young people do not get to attend school due to lack of room in overcrowded public schools or because their parents cannot afford to send them to private ones; to churches that are reaching out to young prostitutes on the streets of Santo Domingo. It is estimated that there are more than 30,000 registered prostitutes who make their living selling their bodies in the Dominican Republic alone, without counting thousands more who travel overseas to practice prostitution.

In this spirit of partnership and mutual “conversion,” we invite groups to come to the Dominican Republic on vision trips. Mother Theresa, when asked about what was happening in India would often simply answer with the statement, “Come and see. Why don’t you just come and see?” As part of a group coming to Santo Domingo we will go on a short-term vision casting experience, to COME AND SEE WHAT GOD IS DOING HERE. You and the believers of Santo Domingo BELONG to one another and have great NEED of one another and it is the image of that Kingdom vision that we look forward to exploring with you.

The Center for Transforming Missions is a collaborative effort in holistic mission that works in strategic partnership with other Christian organizations to serve/empower communities of grassroots leaders that live and serve in high-risk population. Today we have the privilege of reaching out to and making disciples of all young people and their families who do not know the redemptive power of relationship with Jesus Christ. We place a special focus on those whom are often considered in Latin America the least and lost such as gang members, street youth, drug addicts, those caught in the trap of poverty, etc.

Purpose of Short-Term Missons

One of the most urgent needs in Latin America is unmistakably the empowerment, equipping, and mobilization of grassroots leaders who serve those who have been wrongly labeled the least, last and the lost in vulnerable communities. The Center for Transforming Missions has set out to explore what it means to effectively reach out to and consider the voices and stories of those who are far outside the traditional scope of the local church. The desired impact will come by way of training which calls the church to bear witness to God’s saving grace among the most marginalized, un-churched, and hostile people.

TOTAL TRIP COST: $2,500Deposit $250 non-refundable due with registration

3 Payments of $750* due March 1, April 1, May 1*This is our suggested payment plan, but you may also pay in full

Final Balance of $2,500 due by June 1, 2018

Contact us for ideas on how to fundraise for your trip!

• Project Materials• Transportation• Meals• Housing• Airfare• Outreach Event

• Guides and Translators• Devotional Material• T-Shirt• Some Sightseeing• Staff

We’re Signed Up. Now What?Important Information for Your Trip

JUNE 26, 2018 - DELTAOmaha, NE to DominicanOmaha - Depart 5:50AMAtlanta - Arrive 9:05AM | Dep 9:50AMSanto Domingo - Arrive 1:10PM

We will be flying out of Omaha on June 26 at 5:50 AM. We will be meeting at First Reformed Sheldon at 12:30 AM to pack the vans, say goodbyes and head off to the airport. Below is a summary of our flights.

When we fly home on July 3rd, our flight arrives in Omaha at 11:00 PM. From there we will drive back to Sheldonand arrive at First Reformed at approximately 2:00 AM that night.

Passports can be applied for at county Recorder’s Offices (O’Brien County Recorder’s Office in Primghar, etc.). Passports will take 4-6 weeks. They can be expedited for 2-3 weeks upon request. Check with your local county seat offices. Please send or deliver a photocopy of your passport to RISE Ministries no later than June 1, 2018.

Travel Plans

Medication & Shots

Passports

Insurance

Cost Cost Covers

JULY 3, 2018 - DELTADominican to Omaha, NESanto Domingo - Depart 2:10PMAtlanta - Arrive 5:35PM | Dep 9:32PMOmaha - Arrive 11:00PM

Being prepared for an international trip is very important for everyone. Our bodies are not use to some of the things that the local people’s bodies are accustom to; for example food and lifestyle. Everyone should have seen a doctor already before the trip. Here are a couple of different things that were suggested by doctors in the past: Hepatitis A and B, Malaria, Typhoid.

For more information please visit http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/dominican-republic.htm to learn more about what you should be taking before going to the Dominican Republic.

If your insurance does not cover overseas there is a company on the internet that was recommended to by RISE’s insurance company. If you don’t have insurance or your insurance company will not cover you going to the Dominican please look this up at http://www.1stagency.com/internationalcoverage.htm. The plan is called Atlas Travel Series. You can find out what the insurance covers and get a free quote. If there are any questions please contact their office at 1-269-381-6630.

DURING OUR STAY IN THE DR

Housing Information

Address of Mission Center

Dominican Team Leads

Emergency Contact

While in the Dominican Republic we will be staying at the Ministry Center in Santo Domingo. This is a two story complex with showers and restrooms available. All of the morning and evening meals will be prepared and eaten in this area. The noon meal will be served at the work area. Bring a set of twin sheets, bath towels, and a beach towel. They do provide sheets and pillows but suggest bringing your own along for you to use during the week and then leave as a donation for the Ministry Center or for families in need around the area. You are not required to leave them there it is just a suggestion.

The Mission Center Calle 4, No. 6 Sector Los Angeles, km. 13 Autopista Duarte Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic

Mario L. Matos | Director of CMT

Phone: 1-829-523-0179

Mario L. Matos is the Director and Contact Person while we are in the Dominican Republic and can be reached on either of these numbers and by this email address:

• (809) 560-8587 (Office)• (809) 980-5125 (Cell)• mlmatos@ctmnet.org

*Internet will be available for contacting family during our time in the DR, but occasional blackouts may happen*International calling cards can be purchased while in the Dominican Republic.

Packing Checklist

Baggage & Packing Information

List of Items that you will need• Toothbrush & Toothpaste• Deodorant• Clock• Comb/Brush• Razor• Soap• Shampoo• Towels (bath & beach)• Any medication you require• Pepto Bismal & Imodium Tablets• Personal First Aid Kit• Bandaids• Asprin• “DEET” Insect Repellant

• Good Sunscreen• Walking Shoes• Sandals• Notepad/Pen• Personal Snacks• Hand Sanitizer• Pants/Shorts (modest length)• Sleepwear & Undergarments• Light Jacket or Sweater• Modest Swim Suit

(Ladies - one piece or tankini)• Sunglasses/Sun Hat• Spare Batteries• Camera

• Passport & another form of ID• Glasses/Contacts (take extra

contacts just in case)• Water Bottle• Bible• Flashlight• Work Gloves• Shower Sandals• Bags for Dirty Clothes and Shoes• Ziploc Bags for Liquid Items• Roll of Toilet Paper (in case the

facility doesn’t have enough)• Sheets for a Twin Bed• Spending Money

Luggage Options:One Personal Item FREEOne Carry-on Bag FREEOne Checked Bag FREE

Carry-on Bag & Personal Item

You can bring one small carry-on bag, plus one per-sonal item per passenger.

Carry-on Items Include: backpack, duffle bag, carry-on suit case. Carry-ons can not exceed overall dimensions of 45 inches (length + width + height).

Personal Item Includes: purse, briefcase, laptop bag OR a similar item such as a tote that does not exceed 36 inches( length+width+height) and must fit under the seat in front of you.

Make sure you have your passport and another form of ID with you when you check in at the airport. Both your passport and your boarding pass will need to be in hand when going through security, and when boarding the plane.

Checked Luggage

Your suitcase should be 50lbs or less and no larger than 62 in. (length+width+height). If it is more than that you will have to pay for an additional fee. For checked baggage the first bag is free and the second bag is $40. It is recommended that all liquids that are in your suitcase be put in plastic bags just in case they explode from the pressure on the plane. If you want to take souvenirs home make sure you save room when you pack.

Remember that you are responsible for the luggage that you bring along.

Overweight Baggage ChargesOver 51 lbs./23 kgs but less than 70 lbs./32 kgs is subject to a $100 USD overweight baggage charge.

Checked baggage which is between 71-100lbs will be charged at the rate of $200 per piece.

Visit www.delta.com for additional information.

• Light construction projects (mixing/pouring concrete, blockwork, light demolition, etc.) for schools, churches or homes

• Painting• Attending/helping with a VBS• Cleaning

Work ProjectsPossible Projects and Outreach

Work Projects Could Include:

Other Ways to Give Back

More specific details on projects will come closer to the time of our trip. Get ready to work hard and to play games with kids.

If team members would like to consider additional gifts such as school utilities, laptop computers or monitors, digital cameras, etc. All are things the local Christian schools need for better ministry performance.

Bringing personal items like towels, t-shirts, tennis shoes, bed sheets and blankets that we can leave upon departing are welcome. The only condition is that these items are still in good shape.

Learn more at www.riseministries.com/rise-on-the-road712.324.9763 | info@riseministries.com