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Arizona
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In the Sonoran desert of Arizona lies the Tohono O’odham reservation (the 2nd largest in the United States), home to a forgotten people group. Working with one of the poorest people groups in America will change your perspective on poverty and daily life in the US. You can get involved in sharing the glory of Christ by playing basketball with a local teenager, leading a Bible study, helping an elder with a craft at the nursing home, repairing a roof in a village, or just listening to the heart of a weary church member. Your gifts are vital to displaying the love of God in the life of a T.O. today!
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Location
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In the heart of the Tohono O’odham Indian reservation, the ministry base for trips to Arizona is the city of Sells. Trips are based out of First Papago Baptist Church in Sells and extend to many surrounding villages including San Miguel, Santa Rosa, Chui-Chui, and Vamori.
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History
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OWM has been working with First Papago Baptist Church since 2001. During that time a dormitory building has been built for mission groups and hundreds of people have come to a saving knowledge of Christ.
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Climate
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During the winter, the weather is typically in the 60’s to 70’s in the day and in the 30’s at night (snow can be seen in the higher elevations). Summer brings a dry heat that starts at 100 and goes upward. The reservation is located in the Senoran desert of southern Arizona.
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Housing
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A new community building, called the Mosaic Center, for housing groups was built in 2004. All groups are housed here and in the main church building. The Mosaic Center is equipped with 48 bunkbeds, bathrooms for males and females (with 5 showers each) and an industrial kitchen.
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Transportation
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Transportation on mission trips is the responsibility of the participating mission group. Driving is often required daily (and can be as extensive as 2-3 hours per day). Transportation considerations include rental vehicles, insurance and gas.
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Cost
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Each week-long trip is $300 which includes all housing, quiet time booklet, meals, and t-shirt.
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