Central Asia | Short-term 2026

Harris Creek, join us as we go to the nations and take the gospel to the ends of the earth!

For one week, our team will come alongside a faithful long-term missionary team in the Middle East—home to many many people who have yet to hear the name of Jesus. As Jesus declared, “You will be my witnesses…to the ends of the earth” (Acts 1:8). This is an opportunity to step into God’s global mission, bringing the hope of Christ where it is desperately needed.

 

ABOUT THE TRIP

This trip is designed for anyone who wants to apply their faith, boldly share the gospel, and learn how to make disciples in another culture. For one week, we will partner with missionaries already planted in this city to evangelize among unreached people groups—people with little to no access to the gospel.

For most people in unreached people groups, it is the norm for them to live and die without ever meeting a Christian, attending a church, or hearing the good news of Jesus Christ. As Paul writes, “How, then, can they call on the one they have not believed in? And how can they believe in the one of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone preaching to them?” (Romans 10:14). We believe God is calling us to be part of the answer to that question.

Together, we’ll take part in what God is already doing among the greatest concentration of lostness in the world. This trip includes hands-on ministry alongside local believers, prayer-walking through neighborhoods and urban areas, and engaging in gospel conversations with those who have never heard. Our goal is not only to share the gospel but to encourage and equip God's Church as we join in God’s mission to fulfill the Great Commission (Matthew 28:18–20).

 

ABOUT THE MIDDLE EAST

The Middle East—home to some of the world’s oldest cities and most influential cultures—is a region of deep history, stunning beauty, and complex contrasts. From modern skylines rising out of the desert to ancient marketplaces filled with tradition, the Middle East reflects both remarkable progress and profound spiritual need.

Spiritually, this region remains one of the least reached in the world. Home to hundreds of millions of people, the Middle East is shaped by Islam and rich cultural traditions that influence every part of life. While small but growing communities of believers exist, most people have never met a follower of Jesus or heard the message of the gospel. Yet even in places long considered closed, God is moving—drawing hearts to Himself and fulfilling His promise that “all nations will come and worship before you” (Revelation 15:4).

For security reasons, we do not publish the exact location of our trip. Please contact the trip leader for more details.
 

OUR FOCUS: PERCEIVE | PRAY | PARTICIPATE

Perceive – We will begin by perceiving the culture we are entering. Like Paul in Athens (Acts 17:22–23), we will observe the customs, study the primary religions, and learn from the long-term missionary team about their strategies to reach the unreached. This posture of humility allows us to serve wisely and effectively.

Pray – We will cover the city in prayer, praying how Jesus taught us to pray: “Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven” (Matthew 6:10). Through prayer-walking, we’ll intercede for neighborhoods, people groups, and families, asking God to soften hearts, open doors, and bring salvation. Missionaries often say, “Prayer is the greater work,” and we will join in faith-filled prayer because only God can save.

Participate – Finally, we will participate in the work of evangelism and discipleship. Our team will seek out conversations with locals, sharing our lives and the message of Christ. Our strategy for gospel conversations may be to connect with English speakers directly, or work with local believers and translators to bridge the gap and speak to those who have no English. Along the way, we’ll encourage and equip indigenous churches and disciples, standing shoulder to shoulder with them in the mission of God (Ephesians 4:12).

 

TRIP DETAILS

• Total Cost: $3,000 (+/- $200)

• Trip Grit Level: 4/5 — The Middle East is a spiritually dark and difficult place in the world, expect a lot of prayer and evangelism with muslims. The place we are visiting is fairly modernized so physical grit needed is less than other trips.

• Deadline to Apply: February 15th, 2026 at midnight

 
“Lift up your eyes, and see that the fields are white for harvest” (John 4:35). God is already at work in the Middle East, drawing people to Himself. Come join in what He is doing, and let’s take the good news of Jesus Christ to those who have never heard! If you have any questions at all, please reach out to us at [email protected].