Author: Adventures

An Adventure Awaits You In Cameroon! Cameroon is one of the most diverse countries in the world, combining people groups like the Pygmies, ancient tribal kingdoms and shepherding Muslims.  Its diversity stretches to the landscape as well.  Cameroon boasts the tallest mountain in West Africa (Mount Cameroon), as well as dense rainforests and safari plains.   In the midst of this unique geography, the country struggles with significant challenges.  For instance, 60% of the population believes in either Islam or an indigenous religion.  Those who have heard the...

An Adventure Awaits You In Chicago   Just beyond the glamour of the Magnificent Mile, hearts lie in ruin.   Millions of guests visit the Windy City each year to experience the shopping, restaurants, and world famous landmarks. The famous elevated trains rumble above bustling streets that still retain the welcoming feel of a Midwestern community. Chicago’s warm, friendly atmosphere makes it a popular destination for tourists and businesses alike.   The most diverse region in the Midwest, Chicago boasts over 200 ethnic and language groups. From the famous deep-dish pizza...

An Adventure Awaits You In Haiti! Even before the 2010 earthquake, Haiti was the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere.          Now, the rubble of crushed homes lies everywhere. Unable to rebuild their homes, Haitians live in tent cities that sprawl across the country, even in the medians of roads.   The Haitian economy lies in ruins as well. More than two-thirds of the labor force lack formal jobs, and people rely on foreign aid for food because they do not have enough money. People live in fear of diseases that are unimaginable to most...

An Adventure Awaits You In Hilton Head Island!    Beyond the fairways and tennis courts of Hilton Head Island, the legacy of slavery lingers in the Deep South.    Considered one of the top ten family-friendly beaches in the world, Hilton Head Island, South Carolina hosts more than two million tourists a year from around the world. Hilton Head offers world-class tennis and golf, cultural events, and it boasts many gated communities filled with prominent and wealthy residents.   But just on the other side of the island, you will find dilapidated trailer homes of...

An Adventure Awaits You In Israel! In the very birthplace of Christ, the people are farther from him than ever.   Christianity’s history centers within Israel. Jesus was born here. He ministered here, and he was crucified here. He rose from the dead here. He commanded his followers to go and make disciples here.  It all started in Israel.   However, few modern Israelis have a personal relationship with Jesus.   A small community of Messianic Israelis is growing between the cracks of Orthodox Judaism and secularism, but they need partners who will...

 An Adventure Awaits You In New Orleans!   It takes far more than bricks and lumber to rebuild a devastated city.   In 2005, Hurricane Katrina swept through New Orleans, striking a devastating blow to the livelihood of every resident. Nearly 80% of the city flooded, leaving a trail of destruction. Overnight, thousands of people became homeless and unemployed.   The nation rallied around relief efforts in the early days following the hurricane, but with each new calamity, national attention shifted further away from those whose lives were destroyed. Residents of New...