Sending Well, Receiving Well: Preparing and Hosting Short-Term Mission Teams (Short Term Missions)

  • Breakout Session
  • MG Meeting Rooms Jetstream 2
  • November 22 2025 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

A practical and insightful panel designed to equip individuals, churches, mission organizations, and host communities with best practices for both sending and receiving short-term mission teams. Panelists with experience from both sides of the mission partnership will share their wisdom on key topics such as cultural sensitivity, logistics, communication, team preparation, mutual expectations, and long-term impact. This session will also include time for Q&A, allowing attendees to bring their own questions and challenges to the table. Whether you're a participant, mission's coordinator, team leader, or host partner, this panel aims to foster healthier, more effective mission relationships grounded in respect, partnership, and shared vision.