08/27/2026
Y’all, last Thursday was a night that every kid at Champion will remember forever! ❤️ And yes, I know we say that a lot… but honestly, it happens a lot around here! 😂
Last Thursday kicked off the first night of our Mission Trip Simulation, and we are so excited because we’ll be continuing this adventure for the next five weeks! 🌎✈️
Before heading out on their first “mission trip,” our kids got to learn all about what it takes to prepare for a trip like this. They learned about fundraising, booking flights and hotels, visiting the doctor, getting the necessary shots and medications, and preparing for what life might look like in another country.
They even got to visit our Passport Office! 🛂📸 They filled out their passport applications and had their pictures taken so they could officially get ready for their “trip.” Y’all, they were SO excited about this part!
We also talked about how things may be different from what we’re used to and how important it is to respond with kindness, patience, and love. ❤️
And of course… they got to try food from different countries! 🌎🍴 We talked about how we may not like the taste, smell, or even the way something looks—and that’s okay! We can still be respectful and kind when something is different from what we’re used to.
One of my favorite parts was watching them use the “money” they raised to actually pay for the different things along the way. 💵✈️🏨 They were learning, making decisions, asking questions, and figuring things out as they went.
Y’all, watching their faces light up and seeing those wheels turning as they took everything in was SO much fun! 🥹❤️
I think our Champions are definitely ready for their first destination this week! 🌎✈️
Who knows where they’ll be headed next?! 👀🌍
We can’t wait to see what God teaches them along the way! ❤️