One Year

 

 
WHAT: a one year mission experience through the Chapel
 
WHO: for graduating high school students
 
BEFORE YOU PROCEED:
  • you must be 18 to apply
  • if your health insurance is dependent upon you being a full time student, you may need to purchase a temporary plan
STEP 1:
  1. Complete this QUESTIONAIRE
  2. Turn it in to Steve Garcia
  3. After receiving it, we'll contact you for interview
STEP 2: 
  1. Meet with you and your parent(s) to discuss
  2. If all goes well, we'll connect you with Global Missions office
  3. They will conduct a 2nd interview with you
  4. If all goes well, apply to specific ministry organization
  5. If that is OM then click HERE

Read the blogs of students currently serving on One Year by clicking on their pictures!

 

   

 

Frequently Asked Questions:

 

1. What is the overall cost?
Cost varies depending on where in the world you end up going. If you are approved and meet all of the necessary requirements, the Chapel will cover up to 50% of your expenses and you are responsible for raising support for the remaining amount.
 
2. What are the requirements?
  • Must be a member. Click HERE for more information on Membership Class.
  • Must enroll in missions course called "Pathways to Global Understanding."
  • This class is offered twice a year: The first was in September, the second is happening now. It is too late at this point to sign up if you haven't already.
3. Are there any additional costs?
Yes. The Pathyways course costs $50. Depending on which mission organization you go with, some additional training is required and costs could be involved. Operation Mobilization requires a trip to their Atlanta office. You will be responsible for this airfare. There may be some other small fees associated with applications.
 
4. Is it really a full year?
Yes, it's a full year. Which means you wouldn't be coming home for things like Christmas vacation or spring break.
 
5. Would I lose any college scholarships if I am gone for a year?
Every school varies. Most colleges look very favorably upon this kind of "humanitarian" effort. The best thing to do is to contact the school and work out the details on your own.
 
6. What if I go through this whole process only to find out I didn't get accepted?
It's always important to have a Plan B in place. Going on One Year is a privilege for a select few. You should continue to apply for colleges and/or seek employment as a back up plan should this not work out.
 
7. What if I'm not in 12th grade yet, is there anything I can do to prepare?
As you know this opportunity is only available for graduating seniors (and older). However, if One Year is something that interests you now, there are 3 things you could be working on: #1) Keep praying for God's guidance. #2) Go through the membership class. #3) Enroll in the Pathways class.