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Building Christian Community on the World Race

Building Christian Community on the World Race: Squads, Teams, and Lifelong Friendships One of the most transformative aspects of the World Race is the vibrant Christian community you experience along the journey. On the Race, you’re not just traveling to new countries and sharing the Gospel – you’re doing it alongside a squad of like-minded young adults, all united by a desire to serve God and grow in faith. This unique community structure, built around squads and teams, is designed to help you thrive spiritually, emotionally, and relationally. Here’s a breakdown of how squads and teams...

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Finding Your Calling

 Embracing a Gap Year After High School with the World Race So you graduated from high school… what now? The world and education systems have changed dramatically, making post-graduation decisions more complicated than ever. The traditional path – high school, college, then career – might no longer be the best way to fulfill God’s purpose for your life. It’s Not Too Late to Consider a Gap Year Have you thought about taking a gap year but worried about how it might affect your future plans? Questions like “What is a Gap Year?” or “Is a Gap Year worth it?” might...

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The Camino Is Calling: Will You Answer?

There’s a path in Spain where seekers from every tribe and tongue walk together. They come for answers, for purpose, for a deeper connection to the unknown. This summer, you can meet them there—with the Good News in your heart and on your lips. The Camino de Santiago is more than a historic pilgrimage; it’s a gathering of hearts in search of meaning. And as a World Race alum, you know what it means to carry the hope of the Gospel into places where souls are longing. This is your moment to do it again. This isn’t just another mission trip. It’s a chance to step into God’s story in a bold new...

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Discovering Intimacy with God: A Journey of Faith on the World Race

At the heart of the World Race lies a powerful truth: true transformation begins with intimacy with God. Beyond the service projects, cultural immersion, and global adventures, the World Race invites participants to draw closer to the Father, experiencing His love and presence in profound ways. For many Racers, this journey is deeply personal, yet universally impactful. Frances, a World Racer, shares her testimony of discovering God’s love in a way that reshaped her faith and her life. Her story is a glimpse into the essence of what the World Race is all about – living in close communion...

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Discovering the Unreached: A Glimpse of the Kingdom in a Greek Village

In June of 2022, a World Race squad journeyed to a small village just outside Corinth, Greece, eager to live out their mission of sharing the Gospel and building relationships. Little did they know, this quiet village would profoundly shape their understanding of what it means to bring the Kingdom of God to unreached places. An Unlikely Welcome Upon their arrival, the team faced resistance. A local café owner rushed out, shouting, “You can’t be here!” It was an unusual welcome for a team prepared to serve and share the love of Christ. As they explained they had rented an Airbnb for a...

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What Happens After the World Race? How Alumni Carry the Mission Forward

The World Race is a journey of growth, faith, and transformation, but its impact doesn’t end after 11 or 9 months on the field. Many Racers discover that the real mission begins when they return home, where they carry forward the lessons, faith, and purpose they gained on the field. Let’s look at how World Race alumni continue to live out the mission, transforming communities and impacting lives long after their trip ends. Building on Spiritual Growth On the World Race, participants spend almost a year focusing on spiritual growth and deepening their relationship with God. This intense...

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