Call it an “urban ministry sampler.” Your group will participate in several (or all) of the following:

• Spend 3-4 days in Priority 1 housing in New York City (check for availability, may include some summer-month weekends)

• Help feed the homeless and disadvantaged families

• Assist with a soup kitchen/food pantry

• Tutor and build relationships with inner-city children at an after-school program

• Sort and package donations for distribution to the needy at the World Vision Storehouse

• Gain a greater understanding of the lives and needs of people in the inner city

• Personally engage in opportunities to share your faith through word and service

• Grow a greater burden and passion for people in your own heart as you share the love of Jesus

• Experience cross-cultural missions without leaving the country

• Priority 1 & all ministry partners have made adjustments concerning CDC safety & health concern guidelines

Who can participate in NYC Encounter Weekends (weeks): [Group size: minimum - 5]

• Church groups - Youth, Sunday School classes, Bible Study groups, Small groups, College/Career groups, Families, Retirees, & others

• School groups - Jr/Sr High School with adult leaders, Christian school classes, Christian sororities/fraternities, & others (during school breaks)

Weekend cost: $190/person (more than 3 nights will be prorated); Full-week cost: $350/person

Cost includes lodging, most meals, training, and orientation

For more information, email: bonnie@priority1ministries.org