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What Is the World Race? Discovering God’s Heart Through Adventure, Service, and Transformation

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Imagine stepping into a world that’s bigger than your comfort zone, a journey that takes you to places you’ve only dreamed of while drawing you closer to God’s heart. That’s what the World Race offers – a life-changing mission that combines faith, service, and adventure in an 11-month, 9-month, or semester journey to some of the most beautiful and spiritually significant places on earth.

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For those seeking a shorter commitment, the World Race offers Semesters and Gap Year trips designed to make a profound impact in just a few months. Whether it’s sharing the Gospel in Southeast Asia, building relationships in Guatemala, or experiencing the culture of East Africa, each route reveals more of God’s heart for His people and His world.

A Journey That Changes Everything

For Emily, her journey with the World Race started with a longing for something more. “I was living comfortably, but I felt like I was missing out on the fullness of what God had for me. I wanted to know Him in ways I never had before,” she shared.

What Emily discovered was a world bursting with God’s creativity and love – a world that invited her to step into her purpose while seeing life from His perspective. Over the months, she experienced a transformation that could only come through stepping out in faith, immersing herself in diverse cultures, and saying “yes” to God.

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Experience Intentional Community

One of the most defining aspects of the World Race is the intentional community Racers experience. From the moment you arrive at Training Camp to the months spent traveling together, you’ll do life alongside a squad of people who become your family. These relationships are built on shared faith, vulnerability, and encouragement, creating a support system that lasts long after the trip ends.

“My teammates became my safe place,” Emily shared. “We prayed together, laughed together, and walked through challenges together. They weren’t just people I traveled with – they were people who pointed me to Jesus when I needed it most.”

Community on the Race isn’t just about having friends; it’s about growing together in faith and living out the Gospel side by side.

Serve with Purpose

Every destination on the World Race is an opportunity to live out your faith through service. Whether it’s teaching English in Cambodia, leading Bible studies in Guatemala, or providing care for children in Eswatini, Racers have the chance to meet tangible needs while sharing the love of Christ.

Emily’s favorite memory was her time in Ethiopia, where her team partnered with a local church to serve children living in poverty. “We didn’t just meet their physical needs,” she said. “We had the opportunity to show them God’s love through our presence, prayers, and relationships.”

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These moments of service not only impact the communities Racers visit – they transform the Racers themselves, teaching them to rely on God and trust Him with the outcomes.

Grow in Discipleship

The World Race isn’t just about doing good work – it’s about becoming more like Christ. Through mentorship, Bible studies, and intentional times of prayer, Racers are challenged to grow in their faith and lean on God in new ways.

“I thought I knew what it meant to trust God,” Emily reflected. “But the Race showed me how much deeper I could go. In every challenge, I saw God’s faithfulness, and it completely changed how I live my life.”

Discipleship on the World Race equips participants to live a life of purpose long after the journey ends, carrying the Kingdom mindset into their careers, relationships, and communities.

Explore Upcoming Routes

Are you ready to embark on your own life-changing journey? The World Race offers a variety of routes for young adults, from 1-month Semesters trips to 11-month Expeditions. Here are some of the opportunities waiting for you:

Semesters (Ages 18-22)

Guatemala | June 8 – July 4, 2025

Southeast Asia | June 8 – July 31, 2025

East Africa | June 8 – July 31, 2025

Application Deadline: March 21, 2025

 

Gap Year (Ages 18-20)

Route 1 | August 29, 2025 – May 13, 2026

Traveling to Ethiopia, Thailand, Cambodia, and Guatemala.

Route 2 | August 29, 2025 – May 13, 2026

Traveling to Guatemala, Eswatini, South America, and Indonesia.

 

Expeditions (Ages 21-30)

Route 1 | August 2025

Traveling to Guatemala, Colombia, Morocco, Spain, Cambodia, and Vietnam.

Route 2 | August 2025

Traveling to Cambodia, Taiwan, Japan, Kenya, Ethiopia, and Guatemala.

 

Each route offers a unique opportunity to serve, grow, and see God’s Kingdom at work in different parts of the world.

Take the Next Step

Are you ready to leave your comfort zone, discover God’s heart for the nations, and grow in your faith like never before? The World Race invites you to step into a story bigger than your own – a story of transformation, service, and eternal impact.

Whether you choose a Semesters trip, Gap Year, or Expedition, this is your chance to see the world through God’s eyes and experience His love in new and profound ways. Don’t wait—check out our upcoming routes and apply today.

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