Nicaragua is the largest country in Central America and has sometimes been called “the land of lakes and volcanoes.”  The population of Nicaragua is just under 6 million people who are of mixed European and Native American ancestry.  It is predominantly a Roman Catholic country and the main language is Spanish.  For more information about Nicaragua, follow these links: Lonely Planet, Nicaragua.com , CIA World Factbook, Infoplease, Nation Master

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:   June 16-26, 2008             Cost:    $1575

Team Leader:

Kyle Chamberlain-Hermantown Community Church /(218)729-8797 pastorkyle@hermantownchurch.com

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 American Airlines:

Depart from Minneapolis Monday, June 16 at 7:35am

Return home from Managua Thursday, June 26 at 10:55pm

Important 2008 Dates:

Jan. 9 – Application with Consent Form Due

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

Feb. 10 – First Payment of $500 due

Mar. 19 – Second Payment of $575 due

Apr. 30 – Final Payment of $500 due