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- What ministry opportunities will we have in Boston?
While in Boston, we will be partnering with Curtis Cook of Hope Community Fellowship. We'll perform in several dynamic outreach concerts, and serve the communities through servant evangelism/ministry projects in conjunction with various urban ministries.
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- Where will our group be staying?
We will be staying at Emerson College in the heart of historic Boston.
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- After arriving, what will be the mode of transportation?
Our group will travel on the "T" train.
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- How do I apply for the 2010 Boston Music Mission Trip?
Applications are available online. The link to the application will be available in an email sent from either the Student Worship Ministry Office or the Prestonwood North Student Ministry Office. The email will contain a link to the application, along with information regarding required member ID number. You must have this number in order to submit your application.
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- Once I start filling out the online application, can I finish it later?
We recommend you allow time to fill out the application completely once you start it, as it cannot be saved. Be sure to leave your browser open so you don't lose any information if you have to step away from your computer!
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- I noticed on the application that there are two more forms I need to fill out. How do I get them?
The Medical Information and History Form and the Release Form can be downloaded from the link contained in the online application. These forms must be MAILED to the Student Worship Ministry Office, 6801 W Park Blvd., Plano, TX 75093, by the deadline date of March 28, 2010. The application will ONLY be considered complete and your spot on the trip secured once these forms are received in our office.
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- What if I don't have medical insurance?
You must have medical insurance in order to participate. If you don't have insurance, you can purchase travel insurance for the trip. Check with the Student Worship Ministry office for more details.
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- When is the application deadline?
March 28, 2010
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- I didn't apply before the trip became full, but I would still like to go. What can I do?
You can submit your application online and you'll be added to the waiting list. Students on the waiting list will be taken in the order they applied, should a spot become available.
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- Do I need to make a deposit when I turn in my application?
A non-refundable deposit of $100 is required when you submit your application. Remember, the application deadline is March 28, 2010.
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- Do I need to provide credit/debit card information when I submit the application?
Yes. The deposit will be charged to your credit/debit card, and then future payments will ONLY be charged on the payment due dates if the student's account does not reflect the minimum balance required on each due date.
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- Can I pay by check or cash instead?
Yes. Invoices will be emailed two weeks prior to each due date, so you can make a cash or check payment as long as it is received in our office by the due date. If no other form of payment is received by the payment deadline, then the credit/debit card on file will be charged.
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- How much does it cost for me to go on the mission trip?
The cost of the trip for Prestonwood Baptist Church members is $795. Non-members will be charged $1.400. This cost is all inclusive, including air and ground transportation, lodging, all meals,trip T-shirts, Brentwood-Benson CD, etc., with the exception of the following: required shorts/capris and tennis shoes, and optional spending money.
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- What is the payment schedule?
You will receive invoices via email two weeks prior to the scheduled due dates of May 16 and June 8.
PBC Member Payment Schedule- $350 - 2nd Payment due on May 16, 2010
- $345 - Final Payment due on June 8, 2010
Non-Member Payment Schedule- $750 - 2nd Payment due on May 16, 2010
- $650 - Final Payment due on June 8, 2010
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- Are there any discounts for families with more than one person going on the trip?
Yes! A family discount is available to Prestonwood Baptist Church members. The first family member pays the full price, and the second family member receives a 25% discount. Each additional family member receives a 50% discount.
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- Will I need any extra money for the trip?
Students may wish to bring some spending money; however, this is optional and not required.
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- What if something happens and I am unable to go on the trip. Can I get a refund on the money I've paid?
No. Since mission trip payments are considered a tax-deductible donation, the IRS does not allow us to make refunds, and the money cannot be used to pay for non-tax deductible expenses such as beach camp or other Student Ministry activities.
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- How do I know if I'm "qualified" to be a part of the mission trip?
We ask that all students that participate on short-term mission trips meet the following spiritual criteria:
- Have made a personal commitment to Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord.
- Have been scripturaly baptized by immersion after your salvation experience.
- Have active membership in a church ministry, such as Bible study fellowship, music ministry, etc.
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- Do I need to be a member of Prestonwood to go on the mission trip?
No. However, Prestonwood members are given application priority. Non-member applications and deposits will be held until after the application deadline of March 28, 2010. You'll be notified of your acceptance status by the Student Worship Ministry after the deadline date.
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- I attend church at the North Campus of Prestonwood. Can I still go on this Mission Trip?
Yes! Contact the Prestonwood North Student Ministry Office for details.
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- Are scholarships available?
Prestonwood makes a significant financial investment for each participant by providing a large portion of the cost for church members. Because of this investment, we are unable to provide any additional financial assistance for students. However, as in previous years, all students will have several opportunities to raise money to help pay for mission trip costs.
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- What kinds of fundraising opportunities do I have?
There are three different ways you can raise funds. We strongly encourage you to participate in all three programs!
- Student for Hire - You can sign up to participate in the program that runs from April to June. Church members hire students for various jobs, and funds earned will be credited to your mission trip account.
- Donation Letters - Students may choose to send a personalized donation letter to family and friends that gives details about the trip and provides an opportunity for donors to give financial and prayer support to the student. Instructions on how to submit addresses to the Student Worship Ministry office will be provided to each student who wishes to participate. Students will prepare their letters and envelopes for mailing after rehearsal/training on Sunday, April 18. Postage will be paid for by the Student Worship Ministry.
- Fall Follies - Proceeds raised through the Fall Follies show held in October will benefit students who participated in the show. The specific amount each student receives will be announced in May and the credit will be deducted from the second payment due. (Invoices sent out in May will reflect this credit. These funds cannot be used towards the deposit.)
In previous years, many students who have participated in all three of these fundraisers have raised more than enough funds for their trip!
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- How do I find out how much money has been donated to my account?
Funds raised will be included on the payment invoices mailed two weeks prior to each due date. A complete list of donors will be emailed with the final payment invoice.
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- If I raise more money than I need for the trip, will I get a refund?
If you participate in fundraising opportunities and end up with more than $795 ($1.400 for non-members) in your account, the excess funds will go into the general trip budget. We cannot issue refunds on the overage since the donations are tax deductible. The majority of the fundraising opportunities will happen in the fall, so students could potentially earn a major portion of the trip cost before the second payment is due.
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- If I raise more than I need, can the extra money be transferred to another person in my family?
Yes! We will make adjustments on accounts for immediate family members only.
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- Are there any attendance requirements?
Attendance to rehearsals and training sessions is vital! You must meet the minimum attendance requirement (75%) in order to participate on the trip. Attendance requirements go into effect beginning Sunday, April 11. When you sign up for the trip, agree to attend the following number of times for each activity listed below:
- Sunday afternoon rehearsals and training, beginning Sunday, April 11
(7 out of 10 rehearsals--held at both campuses)
- Family group meetings (5 out of 7 meetings--held at both campuses)
- Two mandatory rehearsals/meetings on July 6 & 7
- Homecoming Concert on Sunday, July 18, at 5 p.m., Prestonwood Plano campus
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- Is there any way to have an absence excused?
There are no "excused absences." You can be absent up to three times from rehearsals, and two times from family group meetings. All absences, whether due to illness, vacation, school-related events, sports activities, employment, family or ministry activities, will count toward the total absences allowed.
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- Is the Homecoming Concert mandatory?
Yes! Prestonwood makes a significant investment in each mission trip participant's life, both spiritually and financially. This is your opportunity to celebrate the results of the mission trip and express your appreciation to the church family.
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- My family has vacation plans at the end of the mission trip. Can I make separate flight plans?
No. All mission trip participants are required to fly to and from Boston with their assigned group. Flight deviations, late arrivals and/or early departures will not be permitted.
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