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When you think of Peru, what comes to mind? Alpacas, Machu Picchu, Disney’s animated classic The Emperor's New Groove?
Peru is far more than all of that. The third-largest country in South America is home to over 33 million people who live on the coastal plains, in the Amazon, and throughout the Andes mountains. Their culture is vibrant and distinct: a blend of Incan and Spanish traditions expressed throughout their architecture, fashion, art, and the people themselves.
During your time here, you will join the story of what God is doing through the churches and the missionaries of Arequipa. Come be an encouragement to the church on this mission trip to Peru.
Outreach
A significant part of your time in Arequipa will be spent partnering with local churches and assisting them in their ongoing local outreach, such as:
- Leading English-language Bible studies with native Spanish speakers from a variety of religious backgrounds
- Facilitating youth group events to encourage and develop young believers in the church.
- Assisting local churches with various work projects
- Hosting an event for missionary kids and giving their parents a chance to rest.
Ministry in Peru is highly relational and will give you an opportunity to learn from others and grow in your faith.
Adventure
Personal development
Adventure is everywhere in Peru! Join us and get the chance to experience:
- The magnificent beauty of this country, either by exploring the bustling cities of Lima and Arequipa or visiting one of the deepest canyons in the world
- Authentic Peruvian cuisine: rocota relleno, ceviche, salchipapas, and lomo saltado
- Opportunities to meet many incredible people with whom you can form friendships and share your faith
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Team Dynamics
Growth
You will have plenty of opportunities for personal growth this summer in Peru through hands-on discipleship from team leaders who will:
- Train you in evangelism and sharing your testimony
- Facilitate daily Bible studies and small group discussions
- Prioritize regular prayer and worship
- Guide you in summer-long memorization of Scripture
If all of that isn't enough for you, we'll be living in basic conditions, 4,000 miles from home for a month! Certainly a challenge that will stretch you. If you are willing to say goodbye to your comfort zone this summer, we guarantee that you will find that you've grown leaps and bounds as a follower of Jesus.
What are students saying about royal servants?
Students 13 - 18
Staff 19+
the royal servants experience
Every Royal Servants Trip is different, but some things that never change.
From Training Camp to debriefing, every aspect of our ministry is focused on discipling our students. Through small group discussions, large group teachings, and an extensive debriefing process, we want to ensure your student is not only emotionally prepared for a summer overseas but also that they are prepared to apply what they learn in the summer to their life at home.
It is important for our teams to start with a solid foundation before they embark overseas. At Training Camp, you will begin building relationships with your team, learn how to share the Gospel, and prepare for what life will look like overseas. You will leave Training Camp ready to face any challenge that may come your way.
Over the course of the summer, you will experience how transforming life in Christian community can be. Through daily quiet times and small group discussions, you will deepen your relationship with God. Through outreach, you will gain new understanding of God's heart for the world and the Church. Through being in community, you will learn how to love those around you.
After weeks packed full of ministry outreaches, you will transition into a week of debriefing. Going home after an intense summer ministry experience can be challenging emotionally and spiritually. Debriefing is a time of reflection about what you have experienced, seeking wisdom from God, and preparing for the challenges you might face going home.
Throughout the summer, you will hear teachings on foundational Christian truths. Our biblical worldview is best described as historic Christianity, and we teach from a traditional perspective on morality and values that the church has held for over 2000 years. Refer to our Statement of Faith and make sure we are the right fit. On everything else, we encourage students to seek answers from their parents and local church community.
Royal Servants takes the safety and health of each participant seriously. We go to great lengths to ensure participants remain healthy and safe throughout the trip.
Therefore, no participant is allowed to be alone in any city; Royal Servants always travel in groups of three or more, and when possible, with either a male or Summer Staff in each group. The Trip Leaders also continually monitor conditions within the host country before and during the trip. The team will be moved to a stable location if a situation threatens the team's security, whether from political or environmental conditions.
Royal Servants mission trips are led by Reign Ministries’ staff, not part-time volunteers. Our staff care deeply about students and see leadership as a privilege. Each staff member is intensively trained on how to connect with and lead students. They are fully engaged in every aspect of the mission trip, whether being involved in ministry, leading Bible studies, or just hanging out building relationships. They are intentional to ensure that each student is discipled beginning at Training Camp and through debriefing prior to returning home.
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