"The charity which burned in the house at Nazareth should be an inspiration for every family."
-Pope St. John XXIII
You can expect to participate in a variety of mission activities, from community outreach and teaching faith education to assisting with parish events. You can expect to spend time with the residents, work on construction projects, share stories, meals, and prayers. The beautiful town of Belize City and Benque Viejo del Carmen offers the perfect backdrops for this spiritually enriching experience.
Belize City, Belize
Family Participation
Acts of Service for all ages
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Door-to-door evangelization in local neighborhoods.
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Visit and serve the sick in hospitals.
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Building projects at St. Mary Magdalene center
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Assist with parish programs and community outreach at Divine Mercy Parish.
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Visiting and helping the students at the schools.
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Participate in or lead faith education classes.
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Rosary walks and daily Mass.
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Participate in Eucharistic Adoration and spiritual formation talks.
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Cultural immersion activities like visiting Mayan ruins.
Help younger team members discern their gifts and plan outreach activities suited to the group and mission timing. Adults will lead by example in prayer and are encouraged to share personal testimonies. Be prepared to pray with others and model this for the younger participants.
Young Adults (18-25)
Teens will engage in formation exercises, learn to share their gifts, and be ready to give testimonies and share the gospel. They will also assist in event planning and act as role models for younger participants.
Teens (13-18)
Younger participants will also go through formation, learning to discover and share their God-given gifts. They may assist in planning and execution, and, where comfortable, participate in sharing testimonies and helping lead events.
Children (7-13)
Even the youngest missionaries contribute by simply being present. They are welcome to participate as much as they are capable of and will witness and absorb the mission experience.
Young Children (6 & Under)
Accommodations
On a mission trip to Belize, families stay together in the St. Therese House, which offers apartment-style accommodations for up to four families. Each apartment has 2 sets of bunkbeds and a double bed. From this base, you will serve at Divine Mercy Parish in Belize City, St. Mary Magdalene Center in the Belama 4 district of Belize City, the Mother of Mercy Montessori School, and Our Lady of Lourdes Parish and school in the village of Maskall.
Sample Itinerary Family Mission Experience
Sample Itinerary for a Week-Long Family Mission Trip to Belize
Day 1: Arrival and Orientation
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Morning:
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Arrive in Belize City and transfer to St. Therese House.
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Welcome and orientation session.
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Afternoon:
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Tour of St. Therese House and surrounding area.
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Unpack and settle into accommodations.
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Evening:
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Dinner at St. Therese House.
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Introduction and formative talk by Fr. Scott.
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Night Prayer.
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Day 2: Liturgy Prep and Community Engagement
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Morning:
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Breakfast at St. Therese House.
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Liturgy preparation session.
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Mass and Adoration.
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Afternoon:
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Visit the sick in the hospital.
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Lunch break.
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Door-to-door evangelization in the local community.
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Evening:
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Dinner at St. Therese House.
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Formative talk by Fr. Scott.
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Night Prayer.
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Day 3: Serving the Community
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Morning:
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Breakfast at St. Therese House.
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Rosary walk around the neighborhood.
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Visit the prison (optional).
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Afternoon:
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Lunch at St. Therese House.
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Pass out food to those in need.
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Play soccer with the school kids.
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Evening:
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Dinner at St. Therese House.
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Adoration and reflection time.
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Night Prayer.
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Day 4: Cultural Immersion and Evangelization
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Morning:
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Breakfast at St. Therese House.
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Mass and Eucharistic Adoration.
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Afternoon:
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Visit the Mayan ruins.
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Picnic lunch near the ruins.
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Door-to-door evangelization.
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Evening:
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Dinner at St. Therese House.
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Formative talk by Fr. Scott.
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Night Prayer.
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Day 5: Service and Recreation
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Morning:
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Breakfast at St. Therese House.
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Visit the sick in the hospital.
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Rosary walk.
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Afternoon:
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Lunch at St. Therese House.
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Free time for reflection or recreation.
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Evening:
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Dinner at St. Therese House.
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Adoration and reflection time.
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Night Prayer.
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Day 6: Community Engagement and Spiritual Growth
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Morning:
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Breakfast at St. Therese House.
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Mass and Eucharistic Adoration.
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Door-to-door evangelization.
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Afternoon:
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Lunch at St. Therese House.
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Pass out food to those in need.
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Visit the prison (optional).
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Evening:
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Dinner at St. Therese House.
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Formative talk by Fr. Scott.
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Night Prayer.
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Day 7: Reflection and Departure
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Morning:
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Breakfast at St. Therese House.
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Final Mass and Eucharistic Adoration.
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Reflection session with Fr. Scott.
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Afternoon:
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Pack up and prepare for departure.
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Lunch at St. Therese House.
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Free time for personal reflection and goodbyes.
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Evening:
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Departure for Belize City Airport.
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Farewell and safe travels.
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Life-Changing Family Mission
3 Simple steps to Life-Changing Family Mission!
Our sign-up process is simple:
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Apply – Secure your spot with a quick application.
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Confirm – Work with your dedicated Mission Guide to finalize all the details.
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Prepare & Go! – Get ready spiritually as a family, then embark on your mission experience.
“We know that all things work for good for those who love God, who are called according to His purpose."
Romans 8:28
