YOUTH MISSION TRIP

If you are a Junior or a Senior and you have
a heart for Jesus,
a desire to grow in your faith,
a willingness to step away from comfort,
and a burden to make a difference in the world
then this adventure could be for you.

Unusual Soldiers will be taking a few students to engage and bless the Lakota Sioux on a reservation in South Dakota. This will be a work related trip, and it may not be easy, but the rewards of being Jesus to these people is worth it. This trip will require five training Sessions to help prepare students. Sessions will teach students how to raise support, how to connect with God, and how to respectfully engage those from another culture. Before students go to the Rez they will spend a couple days in the Black Hills to gain understanding of the history, sorrows, and beliefs of the Native Americans in South Dakota. During the mission trip phase we will be teaming up with Next Step Ministries and joining other mission minded youth from around the USA.

To be a part of this program you must apply. After you apply, your application will be reviewed, and you will be contacted shortly after to see if you there is a place for you on the team. If you are accepted then you will need to quickly send in a $50 deposit to solidify your spot. Space is currently limited to only 7 students (who are currently in their Junior or Senior year of high school) so those that apply late may lose their chance or be placed on a waiting list.

TRAINING/MISSION TRiP SCHEDULE

PRE-MISSION TRIP TRAINING DAYS

SUN, JANUARY 21st
Application Deadline
WED, FEB 7th, 7:15-8:30 @Crossgate
Session One: Orientation
WED, MARCH 20th, 7:15-8:30 @Crossgate
Session Two
WED, APRIL 3RD, 7:15-8:30@Crossgate
Session Three
WED, MAY 1ST, 7:15-8:30 @Crossgate
Session Four
WED, JUNE 5th, 9PM-11:30 @TBA
”Session Five”

MISSION TRIP: JULY 12-20

JULY 12th, 8am Leave from Crossgate
JULY 13th Black Hills/Lakota Immersion
JULY 14th-20th Mission trip to Cheyenne River Rez with Next Step Ministries
JULY 20th. Drive home

TOTAL COST: $1,300

Status: Now taking applications

MISSION TRIP PHASE

FROM NEXT STEP MINISTRIES…

THE MISSION IN CHEYENNE RIVER, SOUTH DAKOTA

This reservation is full of rich stories, beautiful scenery, and diverse culture. But like many Native American reservations, its history is also marred by hardship and injustice — the effects of which can still be felt today. Alcoholism, drugs, unemployment, abuse, and suicide all impact family dynamics and the larger community on a daily basis. 

Our desire is to humbly walk alongside the friendships we have built and faithfully support the local organizations who work day in and day out on the reservation. Although families and individuals on the reservation face many challenges, there is hope. We know that Jesus deeply cares about this community and He is empowering individuals from Cheyenne River to rise up, advocate for their community, feed the hungry, clothe the naked, and love the broken. God is there, and God is working.

While every partnership and project looks different, our goal is to meet the tangible, physical needs of people living on Cheyenne River. Usually this involves teams of students working on trailers and homes across the reservation. Even though our primary platform for partnership on Cheyenne River is construction-based, the heart of our ministry is relational. Students will have the chance to spend meaningful time with community members and hopefully leave their trip with a better understanding of the Cheyenne River Sioux tribe.

With Cheyenne River being a relatively new site, we are working hard to foster trusting relationships with the community. With your help, we will continue to be able to build relationships with families and organizations that are founded on trust, rooted in humility, and centered on learning.

  • Twin Size Air Mattress

    Bedding & Pillow

    Fans?

    Water Bottle

    Sunglasses

    Sunscreen

    Insect Repellent

    Towel

    Toiletries

    Swim Suit

    Work Shoes

    Work Clothes

    Casual Clothes

    Work Gloves

    Safety Glasses

    Hammer

  • We are housed at the Eagle Butte School dormitories. Groups sleep on air mattresses in rooms that are approximately 15x15. Each room has its own bathroom.

  • TBA

  • This training event will be lead by Caleb Bislow, Becky Holmes, Pastor Kasey Loschen, and occasionally some Unusual Soldiers staff members. On the mission trip phase students will be under the leadership of Next Step Ministries.