Staycation 2026

Ventspils, Latvia - Student Outreach!

In 2026, the Southeast Christian Church LaGrange Campus is heading to Latvia to partner with Josiah Venture for an unforgettable week of ministry! Latvia is a country where many young people are searching for purpose and authentic connection, and our team will step in to meet them with the love of Christ. This trip isn’t just a week of ministry—it’s a chance to spark lasting faith, encourage local leaders, and witness God move in the hearts of a new generation. Get ready for an adventure full of energy, laughter, and life-changing experiences in the beautiful Baltic nation of Latvia!

There are a few requirements to attend this trip.

1. Complete a Southeast Volunteer Application sent to you by Short-Term Missions.

2. Complete the online MinistrySafe training supplied by Short-Term Missions via email link.

3. All trips require a deposit, which is non-refundable. The IRS considers all monies going towards a mission trip as a charitable donation. To comply with IRS guidelines, we are unable to refund any monies submitted.

4. Once registration opens, you may begin fundraising. Please be aware, at no time are donations refundable. They are considered charitable contributions by the IRS, and as such, can not be refunded.

5. All passports must be valid six (6) months after return date. If your passport will be expiring within that time frame, it will need to be renewed ASAP. 

6. Most common food allergens: cow's milk in janu siers (cheese) and kefir (fermented milk drink); eggs in items such as pelekie siren ar speki (boiled gray peas with smoked bacon and onions) auksta zupa (cold beetroot soup with beets, kefir, cucumbers, dill, and hard boiled eggs); tree nuts are common in tortes and rupjmaizes kartojums (a dessert made from rye breadcrumbs, whipped cream, and nuts).

For more information, reach out to the Short-Term Missions Team at [email protected] and they can direct you to the trip team leader.