El Salvador is situated on the Pacific coast of Central America with Guatemala to the west and Honduras to the north and east. It is the smallest of the Central American countries and has a population of nearly 7 million.  Over 2 million of the population resides in the capital of San Salvador.  It is predominantly a Roman Catholic country and the main language is Spanish.  For more information about the country of El Salvador, follow these links: Lonely Planet, CIA Factbook, El Salvador Tourism, El Salvador Today. NationMaster.com

This team will be ministering with King's Castle, led by missionaries Don and Terri Triplett and Gerritt and Tara Kenyon, through street crusades, school assemblies, kid’s ministry, and relational evangelism

Dates:  March 22-30, 2008            Cost:  $1495

Ages: 16 or older - Exceptions considered if youth pastor is traveling

Forms:   Adult Application, Minor Application, Sample Fundraising Letters

Immunizations:  The CDC recommends that routine vaccinations be up to date and to consult your doctor to determine any additional vaccinations you may need.  Visit their website to read more on their recommendations.

Passport: Passports are required for this trip and are not included in the trip cost. There is a fee of $97 for those 16 or older, $82 if under 16.  Click here find the nearest gov't office to apply, or for more information visit the Dept. of State's website.  It takes 4-6 weeks to process applications, so apply now!

Flights from United Airlines:

Depart from Minneapolis Saturday, March 22 at 3:30pm

Return home from San Salvador Sunday, March 30 at 9:48pm

Important 2008 Dates:

Jan. 9 – Application and Consent Form Due

Feb. 2 – Statewide AIM Training Day – Passport Copy Due

Feb. 10 – First Payment of $750 due

Mar. 9 – Final Payment of $745 due