Do you know what to bring on a mission trip?
In this article, you are going to learn the topic. Let’s move forward!
Mission trips are for people who want to experience new places, learn new things, and serve in the community. They are a great way to use your talents!
They are typically two to four weeks long and take you away from your normal routine. You will be away from family and friends, working with people with different cultural values, goals, and lifestyles. You will be exposed to different faith traditions and ways of helping people.
It can be difficult when you come back home because you were really gone during the trip. You will have a tough time returning to normal so make sure you take time to rest and recharge.
The trip can be very hard on your emotional and physical health due to the work we have to do and the change in culture, environment, & lifestyle we’re involved in. We must be careful how we handle our trip policiesBeforehand & after math.
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Deodorant
Deodorant is very important on a mission trip. Without the right scent, your trip will be very hard to complete.
Many missionaries find that having at least a roll-on deodorant and a body lotion is all that is necessary to stay in good health and get great results from the trip.
If you are not a deodorant fan, try mixing some coconut oil with your soap to make it less dry. Or replace it with one of the prescription brands offered. Many doctors will even let you substitute one drug for another if there is not too much difference in cost.
Body lotion can be expensive to purchase, so having some without you on the trip may help save money. If you have no luck buying anything at all at the store, there are many online sellers that sell luxury “naked” skin products to you.
Shampoo
Your bishop or mission president will review your “What to Bring” list and determine which items are needed for you to successfully connect with local residents and friends on your trip.
If you have special needs that need to be addressed, then add them onto the list. If you are afflicted with an infectious disease, include a pharmaceutical for treatment on your “What to Bring” list.
If you have allergies, add an anti-allergy medication on the list. If you have a medical condition, add a medical marijuana therapy if legal in your country on the “What to Connect With” list.
Your bishop or mission president will help you pick “essential” items for your trip that are needed but not necessarily bought on the trip itself. These are items that are needed but not available in your home country or even readily accessible overseas.
These can be things like hand sanitizer, travel sized beauty products, and warm clothing if it is winter in your area of origin.
Conditioner
Even though it is relaxing, a good conditioner should be maintained at all times. This includes keeping your hair hydrated, avoiding breakage and damage, and always having some form of blow drying or dry shampoo available.
Your hair can get very frizzy with all the different things you use on it, including conditioner! To prevent hair from breaking while you work, use a good quality budget-friendly hair moisturizer or brush out your own hair before joining the group.
To keep your hair looking healthy while you are working, save some of your cheap conditioners so that you can use them as topping for blowouts or in a twist out. You can also purchase more expensive conditions if you are able to sustain the work flow.
You can also store some of your less favorite conditions in case of emergency.
Toothpaste
You should have a mouthwash and/or toothpaste. This is important for either cleaning your teeth or removing the debris that gets stuck in your teeth while eating and drinking.
Toothbrush is also valuable in case of any forgotten spots or difficult tooth alignments. Wash your hands thoroughly to make sure every scratch, dip, and curve is accounted for.
If you have braces, you should take them off before going on mission to avoid any discomfort. Many times, oral surgeons will recommend taking them off after one visit!
On a mission can be expensive. If you are careful about how you save your hard-earned money, you can afford to buy some nice things. Dentists are a good source of funds- see if you can get some free visits from time to time!
traveling with children can be tricky depending on their age. Some people may not feel ready to go out into the community with such young children that are a little bit too big for vehicles so they travel in infant carriers.
Brush
Your lipstick should be sealed in a brush. Most lip products have a small lip brush that you can use to buff your lips. Bring your favorite lip product so you can add a little gloss!
The brush should also be cleaned regularly to ensure it works well and stays working. Many companies recommend using a damp beauty towel to clean the brush, but to keep it fresh, also use an actual dry wipe every few uses.
Floss
Your floss should be prepared for any trip. There are several ways to bring your floss.
Folleseas with a carreer bookmark or with a heavy phone case can be used to brush and floss. A heavy wallet or handbag may be used to carry the necessary items such as some mints, breath mints, and small toiletries.
Many mission trips include an outdoor adventure where you might get dirty. A large backpack might hold all the materials you need for an entire week of layering. If you do not plan to go camping, then a lightweight insulated bag is sufficient.
If going hiking, the best bet is probably to get into the water at least once and take your sweet time getting out! Getting some physical activity in helps keep you motivated on your trip.
Makeup
Makeup is a must on all mission trips! Even if you are not super concerned about appearances, you should be sure to pack some makeup and/or a beard grooming kit.
You will be spending a lot of time in church and interacting with other people, so you will need to look presentable. Plus, it helps to know what kind of missionaries you are when others know what type of medicine they take but not them.
Some medicines can not be matched up very well. For example, some take Tylenol while others take Aleve. You can help prove this by bringing two different kinds of medication for someone to take.
Make sure to also bring some winter clothes or ones that keep you warm against the weather.
Clothes
You will want to bring a pair of khaki or brown pants, a white undershirt, a white tank top, and a black or brown jacket if it is hot. These are the main clothes you will be wearing on your trip.
The other clothes you may wear are white socks and shoes, a t-shirt, baggy sweatshirt or jacket, and a summer jacket or sweater. You may also need more clothing because you will be outside in hot weather conditions frequently.
To keep up the appearance of being in shape, get into shape by packing some nice-fitting jeans, shorts, and burnt-orange sport pants/jeans/knee-boots. If you are not very fit, try to think of what pieces you would take out that would help keep you in shape!
If someone asks what clothesyou are wearing, tell them that you are exercising in bed or at the gym with them! Few people will suspect that is the reason for your clothing.