Preparing Your Church Team

Everything you need to know to lead a life-changing outreach with confidence and joy

At Amazing Grace Maritime Missions, we don’t just invite your church to come — we walk with you every step of the way. From the moment you say “yes,” our team becomes your partner in prayer, planning, and preparation so your people return home forever changed and your church is renewed in its calling to be the hands and feet of Jesus.

Team Preparation & Training We Provide

We make it simple and Spirit-led for your church leaders and team.

Before You Arrive

• Personalized Planning Calls — We schedule one-on-one calls with your team leader to customize the outreach to your group’s gifts and goals.
• Complete Curriculum & Training Materials — You’ll receive our ready-to-use Armor of God, Disease Prevention, and Dulce Dental curricula, along with detailed leader guides, skit scripts, station setups, and supply lists.
• Virtual Team Training — We host a live training session (via Zoom) to walk your team through the daily schedule, cultural tips, spiritual preparation, and how to lead each activity with both excellence and love.
• Prayer Support — We pray with and for your team before, during, and after the trip.

On the Ground in Mazatlán

• Full Day of Outreach Preparation — The day after arrival is dedicated to team building, final training, supply loading, and a time of worship and commissioning. Your team will feel equipped, united, and ready to serve.
• Side-by-Side Coaching — Our experienced staff and local Mexican partners work right alongside you, demonstrating each station or activity so your team feels confident and supported the entire time.

We handle the heavy lifting

So your leaders can focus on shepherding their people and watching the Holy Spirit move.

Outreach Logistics – What a Typical Trip Looks Like
6 Days / 5 Nights – Simple, Spirit-Filled Schedule

• Thursday — Arrival in Mazatlán | Welcome dinner & vessel (or hotel) orientation
• Friday — Outreach Preparation & team training day
• Saturday & Sunday — Full days of health & education outreach in local communities (Armor of God, Disease Prevention, Dulce Dental — whatever programs your team chooses)
• Monday – Tuesday — Free day + optional excursions (beach time, historic tour, or sailing on Redemption for Redemption Outreaches)
• Wednesday — Departure (or additional ministry day for some teams)

Lodging
Comfortable, clean hotel rooms (or private staterooms on the catamaran Redemption for sailing outreaches). Rooms typically have one or two queen-size beds. We divide the cost among roommates so no one is burdened. All lodging is air-conditioned and located near shopping and the marina.

Food
All daily meals are included — from hearty welcome dinners to packed lunches on outreach days and celebration meals at the end. We provide safe, delicious Mexican and American-style meals that everyone loves. Dietary needs are accommodated whenever possible.

Safety & Peace of Mind
Your safety is our top priority.

• 8+ years of incident-free service with the same local guides and partners.
  
• We work only in trusted communities and partner closely with local churches.
  
• 24/7 support from our on-site team and executive directors.
  
• Mexico travel insurance is recommended (we provide guidance).
  
• You’ll receive a full safety briefing and emergency protocols during training.