Turkey 2027
In a land of 85 million people, only 8,500 are born-again Christians. That puts the Christianity percentage at 0.01%. We will be partnering with a local church in Istanbul to serve alongside them bringing encouragement and support. The team will be reaching out through prayer, evangelism, and relational activities.
While public evangelism is illegal, on one day, April 23rd, it is allowed! We will seize the opportunity through public praise and worship, sharing testimonies and prayer/prophetic ministries. This team will be shining the light to everyone they can!
Country Information:
- Population: 85 Million (2021), 15.46 Million in Istanbul
- Religion: 99% Muslim (Sunni)
- Language: Turkish spoken by 90%, along with 70 other languages and dialects
- Currency: Turkish Lira
- Average temperature: 68F High/55F Low in October
- Time change: 9 hours ahead of Alabama
- More info: Visit Lonelyplanet.com and cia.gov/the-world-factbook/
Ministry Opportunities:
- Relational outreach
- English language club
- Engaging in conversation with people about the Gospel
- Encouraging local believers
Passport: A passport is required for this trip. Passports must not expire within 6 months of return date and must include 3 blank visa pages. A passport must be signed to be valid.
Cost:
- Costs are estimated and subject to change due to the number of participants and changing prices from vendors. Payments are due as scheduled leading up to the trip.
Charitable Giving: This trip IS qualified as charitable giving. Payments for mission trips are considered charitable giving and will be reflected in the donor’s annual giving statement.
- If paid by check make payable to CityHope Church
- All Checks should include the trip code: Turkey – 2025
Personal Fundraising:
- Personal support raising through this platform, Managed Missions (much like a gofundme), is encouraged.
- Reduce your luxury spending (coffee, eating-out, entertainment, etc.)
- Collect and sell unwanted items
- Possibly get a second temporary part-time job
Included in the cost: Air transportation, lodging, food, ministry project supplies, and a Global Missions team t-shirt are included in the cost of the trip. Trip participants may be asked to collect items that will be donated or used during the trip.
Refunds: If for any reason you cannot or prefer not to go, we will refund/credit as much of the trip cost as possible. We will work with you to get as much of the airfare cost credited/refunded as well. The timing of your cancellation and deposits paid to vendors will determine how much can be refunded.
Max Team Size: 15 Team Info/Age Requirements: Adults of any age may apply who can maintain the posture of a Christ-centered servant while navigating the unique challenges of mission work.
Health/Vaccinations: The question of vaccinations is left to the discretion of the team member and their physician. The CDC does have recommendations for vaccinations. Visit a travel clinic, consult your personal physician and check out cdc.gov for further information.
Lodging Accommodations: Hotel
Food: Some meals will be made for the team, other meals will be at restaurants. If you have food allergies, please notify us in advance and be prepared to bring snacks.
Packing: Each trip is different and you’ll be given a packing list for this specific trip at the mission trip info meeting before our departure.
Pre-Trip Team Training Meetings: Your trip leader will reach out to you about team meetings before the trip. This will be an opportunity for you to meet your team, begin coordinating tools and supplies needed, and learn more details about what is recommended to pack. Attendance is required for all team meetings, training, and practical ministry experiences.
Get Started:
- Apply for the trip (using the “Apply” button on this page)
- Once applications have been received, they will prayerfully be considered and selected applicants will be notified
- Start raising financial support Questions: If you have additional questions about this trip, please contact the global missions department via email: missions@cityhope.cc.
