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Mission Travel Study - May 1 - 16, 2003

Mexico


Mexico is located between two regions: tropical facing the South and non-tropical facing the North, which divide the Mexican territory in two. In Mexico there are different altitudes superimposed one over the other. The result is a mosaic of contrasts: arid weather, opulent ecosystems and tremendous uniformity of environments, populated areas, small towns, widely dispersed, fertile and arid soil, impressive mountain ranges and soft plains.

map of Mexico
Mexico's current population is estimated at 95.7 million. This figure places Mexico 11th worldwide, behind nations as China, India and the United States. Mexico's population growth rate is estimated at 1.9% per annum, relatively low for a developing country.

The Mexican Government places a high priority on publication education, and most young people from the ages of six to 14 years attend free compulsory elementary schools. The work force absorbs many young Mexicans as soon as they reach the age of 15. Fewer than 10 million students attend secondary schools and regional technological institutes where training emphasizes skills needed for national development.


Approximate cost - $2,000

Cost of Tour Includes: Round-trip fare to/from departure city; ground transportation; group accident insurance program; airport/hotel group transfer; hotel (double occupancy); all taxes and meals. Cost excludes: Trip interruption and/or baggage insurances; excess baggage fees; personal items; food/beverages outside set meals. Additional personal insurance (optional.). Additional cost for single occupancy and immunizations.

 

The Mission Travel Study (MTS) is an opportunity for United Methodists to experience Methodism in Mexico. Participants will be exposed to the complexities of dealing with today's present realities of the country and challenges we face together as Christians.

The following areas will be explored:

 

  • History/People

  • Growth of Protestant Church

  • Issues/Concerns

  • Mission Opportunities

  • In Mission together

  • UMC Missionaries/Projects

Stone Ruins


There is one God who is the Father of all people. Not only is God above all others, but he works by using all of us, and he lives in all of us. (Ephesians 4:6, CEV)



Mission Purpose


Goals

  • learn about the ways in which the Methodist Church in Mexico can be in mission.

  • Inquire about model projects going on at present.

  • get a bird's eye view of Mexican history in order to understand present day Mexico.

    Objectives

  • Visit the Mexico Annual Conference, and with their leadership and guidance, interface with the other five (5) Annual Conferences.

  • Dialog with church leadership, seminary/university students and professors, to understand the issues and concerns facing the Methodist Church in Mexico.

  • Visit key mission projects and new mission initiatives.


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