NEW YORK

refugee ministry + local church ministry + youth ministry

Experience the heart of New York as you serve in both Long Island and the bustling city itself! The team will partner with a ministry that serves refugees and Muslim immigrants, helping meet both practical and spiritual needs. You’ll also serve alongside the local church, investing in kids and youth ministries and lending a hand in the food pantry to support families in need. This trip is a hands-on opportunity to make a real difference in diverse communities while experiencing the energy and culture of one of the world’s most iconic cities.

trip details.

FAQs

  • No passport or visa is required for New York as it is a domestic trip.

    Each student must carry their driver's license for identification to fly (or a passport if they do not have a US driver's license).

  • Each country’s immunization and medication requirements and recommendations are based on Travelers’ Health from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the recommendations of our contacts. These requirements and recommendations are subject to change based on outbreaks, government mandates, etc.  

    Students are personally responsible for making medical decisions regarding vaccinations and are encouraged to evaluate their own needs and risks. Students are financially responsible for the cost of their immunizations or medications; the cost of immunizations or medication are not included in the trip price.

    We monitor outbreak situations, and vaccine requirements and recommendations could change at any time based on what is happening in the world. 

    ORU Missions strongly recommends that all students are up to date on routine vaccines, including: polio, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, HPV, Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis, and Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR).

    Routine vaccines are recommended for New York.

    • No special skills are required for this trip

  • Peak 2 means moderate cross-cultural engagement; moderate travel time; predominately non-English speaking ministry; mix of American and non-American styles of food. If you’ve been on a mission trip or traveled a little bit before, Peak 2 is perfect for you.

    • You are eager to partner with the local church

    • You have a passion for refugee ministry

    • You enjoy big cities

    • You don’t enjoy big cities