WHAT is Expedition 237
Every Expedition is as unique as we are but there are five things we hold in common:
- Pre-field
Training Tool Box:
We knew we would not be able to get all the answers ahead
of time for every issue and challenge we would face but
we were able to get a "tool box" from which we
could draw to be resourceful and successful. We took part
in an eight-week cultural intensive which was designed to
help us understand and research a culture, learn to work
together in community, discover and sharpen our passions
and skills which God wired into us, and find out how God
can use us to start spiritually focused groups and churches.
- Experiential
Ministry:
We need to have hands-on experiences. Our desire was to
put into practice what we knew and what we had learned.
We needed to express our passions, learn some language,
and have the opportunity to work side-by-side with others
of faith. By doing this we gained a vision to see groups
of God seekers among every tongue, tribe, and nation. Just
like the Bible says. We found ourselves right in the thick
of it, working and developing a long-term impact.
- Field
Driven Budget:
Our budget isn't making us rich but we are able to do what
we came to do. It gives us enough to live, play, and give.
We also have enough to pool together so that we can take
trips and even attend retreats in some fun places.
- Mentoring:
We live in community and get to unpack what God is talking
to us about on a regular basis. Our team leader helps us
by bringing insight, accountability, and guidance as we
evaluate what we are learning, feeling, and still dreaming
about in light of potential future desires and steps.
- Debriefing: As we round the last turn of our expedition, our team leader along with Expedition237 leadership help unravel what God is saying to each of us. A time of sharing and assessment have helped us figure out our next steps. If you see God leading toward a longer commitment, you'll get help as you think through how and where that may be.
