What does Push The Rock
believe?
See our Mission, Vision, and Value Statements
What are the benefits of a mission trip?
The trip will be a life-changing experience that will broaden your global
view of missions. It will also allow you to use your God-given gifts and abilities
in a specific sport to fulfill the Great Commission. Your faith will grow and you
will be challenged as you move beyond your comfort zone.
Where has Push The Rock been?
God has given us the opportunity to share His message of Truth in a number of
areas, including Asia, East Africa, Eastern Europe, and Central and South America.
Who do we partner with on these trips?
We partner with local churches, missionaries, and / or Christian organizations in-country
to help them reach their local communities for Jesus Christ through sports.
What kinds of teams are put together?
Push The Rock sends out all different kinds of sports
teams. Thus far we have sent out basketball, soccer, and
volleyball teams consisting of both men and women. Team
size varies depending on the sport and the nature of the trip. Teams consist
of 6-18 members.
Can we send a whole team on a trip or do you only take individuals?
Push The Rock would love to talk to you about taking your team somewhere. We have
contacts all over the world who are very interested in teams coming alongside their
ministry. Teams come in all different shapes and sizes. Contact us about how we can
best serve your team!
What are the qualifications for the team?
- personal relationship with Jesus Christ
- passion to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ with others
- desire to work with kids
- commitment to fulfill financial obligations for the trip
- commitment to prepare spiritually and physically for the trip
Is there an age requirement for the trips?
There is no maximum age requirement for a trip, but there is a
minimum requirement. Applicants
must be at least 15 years of age. Any person under the age of 18 must fill out additional
paperwork to be authorized, notarized and submitted to Push The Rock before
the trip.
What positions are available on a trip?
- Players
- Coaches
- Athletic trainers
- Chaplains
- Administrators
How “good” of a player must I be to go on a trip?
We do have games at night against local club and pro team, but
our main focus remains the daily clinics.
There is no set requirement
on the level of play for team members because we believe that God can
use anyone. However, because we run daily clinics and play evening
games, it is important that team members have played before and have a
working knowledge of their particular sport. Tryouts are not necessary
for potential team members, but references will be followed up with.
The level of competition varies from trip to trip. Most games would require
a between a strong high school and small college level of play.
How long does it take to process an application?
Once we have received your application, including the $100 deposit, we will
contact you to schedule a phone interview. Typically, we will contact you within
7 days of receiving your completed application to schedule the interview.
What is the length of a trip?
Trips can run anywhere from 7 – 21 days, depending on location and sport.
What does a typical day look like?
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7:00 AM |
Wakeup |
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7:30 AM |
Breakfast |
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8:30 AM - 12:00PM |
Clinics |
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1:00 PM |
Team Time (team devotions and worship time) |
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2:30 PM - 3:30 PM |
Rest |
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4:00 PM - 6:00 PM |
Clinics / Informal ministry and community service |
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6:30 PM |
Dinner |
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8:00 PM |
Evening Competition |
- Dinner may follow the evening competition depending on game time
- Games are generally played every other night, giving us time for other
informal ministry in surrounding areas, including but not limited to one-day
clinics in other towns, visits to orphanages or detention centers, and activities
with the local church
How long are the daily clinics that we run?
Daily clinics run for 3-4 days in each location. On a single trip we will hit anywhere
from 2-4 locations. We may focus on 2-3 areas and then have the opportunity to run one-day
clinics in other areas.
How many games will we play on a trip?
Depending on the length of the trip, we play anywhere from 4-7 games.
Is there orientation before the trip?
Yes, there are two days of orientation at the US offices of Push The Rock in Emmaus, PA, before
the team heads out. We bring you here to meet the rest of your team, practice together, worship
together, pray together, receive cross-cultural training, and prepare your heart for the ministry
that lies ahead.
Is there a debriefing?
Your team leader on the field will handle the debriefing process with you. This is meant
to give you a time to relax and to express your experience verbally. The debriefing time
focuses on the re-entry process, how to share your experience, and where to go from here.
How much does a mission trip cost?
Every trip is different depending on the destination of the team and the length of the trip. Push
The Rock tries to provide the highest quality trip and experience while keeping the cost as
low as possible. Contact the Push The Rock office for the cost of specific trips.
What is included in the listed price?
The listed price of your trip includes: registration, orientation (pre-trip weekend), team equipment, international
travel, room and board, ministry expenses, visas, and medical evacuation insurance.
What is NOT included in the listed price?
The listed price does NOT include: passport fees, immunizations, your travel to and from Emmaus, PA, health
insurance, and personal spending money.
How do I cover the cost of the trip?
Push The Rock team members raise support to cover the cost of their mission trip by contacting friends, family, and
churches through letters and phone calls. It is important to note that there are times when a personal investment
on the part of the team member is needed. We have seen God provide abundantly for team members just like you over
the years. Once you are accepted as a part of the team, we will provide fund-raising tools and other materials to
help you raise the necessary funds. We will also be praying with you throughout the process!
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