MISSIONS
Benin Mission Trip
OCTOBER 26 - NOVEMBER 4
Benin is a country in West Africa bordered by Togo, Nigeria, Burkina Faso, and Niger. The majority of its 13 million residents live on the southern coastline and the most populous city and economic capital is Cotonou. It is a tropical country with an economy heavily dependent on agriculture, and the official language is French. The population of Benin is about 50% Christian, 25% Muslim, and 18% animist.
During the duration of our trip, we will be working with Grace Chapel’s long-term mission partner Truth Unleashed Ministries to help construct a church in the town of Hevie. In the evenings we will be doing evangelism and outreach in the community.
Cost: $2,100 per person (includes airfare, in-country transportation, food, lodging, travel insurance) *Fundraising opportunities will be available.
Commitment deadline: June 16th with $750 deposit
Entry requirements: Passport and Yellow Fever Immunization. Malaria medication recommended.
Preparation: Team meetings and devotions will be held regularly prior to the trip.
Questions? Reach out to:
Pastor Steven Sardisco | ssardisco@gracechapel.org
Lela Perkins | 303-929-1850 or lelaperk@gmail.com
What We’re Doing Locally
SPANISH SERVICE: If you speak Spanish or would like to work on your Spanish as a second language, please join us on the 3rd Sunday of each month in the High School room by the gym. We will enjoy worshiping together through music and The Word.
Denver & Douglas county
Grace Chapel has long term relationships with key inner-city ministries, working among the poor, homeless, and refugees. They offer needed supplies, hope and encouragement.
What We’re Doing Globally
Malawi
Malawi is beautiful, very welcoming yet is the 3rd poorest country in the world. It exists to demonstrate God’s love for homeless youth in Blantyre, Malawi.
West Africa
For the last 20 plus years we have served in three countries in West Africa Benin, Burkina Faso and Niger. Our current focus is community development centered around a church. We help fund a church building, new solar power well, schools and a clinic.
North Africa
Grace has been involved in this area for over 20 years. As a Muslim country With very few believers , this area remains basically unreached. Our focus is on personal relationships in rural areas, visiting schools, Community projects and sharing the love of our Lord we are able.
Asia
Asia with its unique blend of cultures remain a priority for us despite the challenges of travel and language. We focus on teaching English as a Second language, discipleship, encouragement to national believers, and training.
Middle East
Lebanon has been in the news a lot these days with the recent riots and major explosion in the port area of Beirut. Less known is the ongoing corruption and staggering economic crisis which hangs over the whole country like a wet blanket. Inflation is crippling the country making life incredibly difficult.