The Race Route

Where I’ll be going.  Why I’ll be going.  When (the order) I’ll be going.  What I’ll be doing in each place, though, will vary immensely and I probably won’t know until I actually get there.

Guatemala A country aged with beauty and rich in history, Guatemala is the perfect place to initiate your World Race experience. Outside of its aesthetic appeal, it is a country in desperate need of God’s touch. Gripped by poverty and bound to a spirit of religion, the people of Guatemala are hungering to see the kingdom of God invade their lives. World Racers radically change the atmospheres that they find themselves in. So the kingdom of God that Guatemalans are eager to see? You’ll bring it to them in the form of relationships, hard work, and miracles.

Nicaragua The nation of Nicaragua has unfortunately been dubbed one of the poorest countries in the Western Hemisphere. Littered with hopelessness, addictions, destitution, and poverty, you’ll have the opportunity to ransack this place with God’s love through slum ministry, door-to-door outreach, VBS, and more. Plus, Nicaraguans are just cool.

Nigeria or Cameroon Who hasn’t ever wanted to go to Africa? For the World Race, western Africa is an entirely new experience. Help us unearth God’s kingdom and new ministries in this land ripe for revival, miracles, and growing churches. Are you thirsty for adventure? You’re sure to get a dose of it this month.

Ghana The country of Ghana is an old friend of Adventures in Missions (AIM) and we’re beyond thrilled to go back by sending the World Race. Ghanaians are ready and willing to hear the word of God preached, to have their orphans and widows cared for, and for a miraculous move of God to bust out in their country. World Racers prepare yourselves – this month is going to be unforgettable!

Pioneer Africa Twice during your World Race experience, your team will take a month to ATL (ask the Lord) for a new mission field. He may lead you someplace in the middle of a buzzing city or somewhere that can’t even be found on a map. Either way, it’s a time of listening to the Lord’s voice and following him with true abandon.

Romania The northern regions of Romania are home to the gypsy people. Though strangers in their homeland and forgotten by society, the gypsies are a strong and vibrant people who embrace the light of Christ in an inspirational way. Here you’ll teach English, lead sports camps, live life with the gypsies, and more. Check out the video to learn more about the gypsies.

Ukraine The country of Ukraine is plagued with a dark history. Caught between its past oppression under the USSR communist regime and the desire to be accepted by Western society, Ukraine is a land of many ups and downs. Thankfully, there’s hope, light, and life spreading like wildfire throughout this nation in the message that the World Race is bringing it. Is it the kingdom of God coming in power? We think so.

Pioneer Eastern Europe Reminisce on the memories of pioneering Western Africa… because you’ll be doing the same thing in Eastern Europe. God’s been waiting for a generation to go claim nations as its inheritance, to usher in his kingdom all over the world. This is your month to ask the Lord how to do that in Eastern Europe. Ready for some adventure? You’ll get it this month.

Vietnam One of the many exciting things about the World Race is that we take the Gospel to places that don’t want us to. It’s not that we’re rebellious; it’s just that we’re eager to share the love of Jesus with as many people as possible. The Church in Vietnam is thriving, although underground. Gripped by communist rule for decades, Christians in Vietnam are eager to be grown and encouraged in the faith. So this month, you’re going to risk a little and visit this country that has become a dear friend to many on the World Race.

Cambodia Do you remember learning about the Holocaust in school? What about the Khmer Rouge? More than likely it’s an unfamiliar name. Less than fifty years ago, Cambodia experienced one of the most gruesome genocides known to man where over one third of the country’s population was slaughtered. Still in recovery from their past, the people of Cambodia are thirsty for hope. With some of the worst slums in the world, affluent human trafficking problems, and a growing number of orphans, Cambodia is crying out for help. The World Race answers that call.

Thailand Have you ever been to a bar loaded with prostitutes who don’t want to be there? What about a small village in the countryside abandoned by the world? You’ll find both experiences heralding you in Thailand. With nearly two million people estimated to be stuck inside of prostitution in Thailand, it has become one of the most popular places for sex tourism. We recognize this as a bad thing, so we’ve partnered with several ministries that reach out to those in the bondage of darkness. Change lives in the city and rock worlds in the countryside. Thailand’s sure to capture your heart.