St Patrick's Challenge 2025

12 Mar 2025 -
19 Mar 2025
GBP 345.00

Journey Type

Outreach

Group Size

5-12

Apply By

12 Feb

Country

Ireland

Journey Overview

We want to use the context of St Patrick to remind the in Ireland of the message that St Patrick brought to the country long ago, and its relevance today. There will be an emphasis on personal evangelism and church partnership during this outreach. There is a national evangelistic campaign called What's The Story taking place around St Patrick's day 2025. Our annual St Patrick's Challenge is all about sharing the Gospel with people living in Ireland who do not have a personal relationship with Jesus, knowing that the Gospel will make an impact on their lives.

Note that visa costs, background checks, and travel to and from Ireland are NOT included in the outreach cost. More info about OM Ireland and our programmes can be found at our website www.om.org/ie. Once participants are accepted, we will send practical information. Price excludes flights, insurance and is subject to change according to the exchange rate.

Individuals applying must be 18 or over.

If you live in the UK, and are 18+, you can use this link to apply now https://www.uk.om.org/short-term-mission-application-form

As part of our Safeguarding policy, you may require a valid enhanced DBS certificate, which may cost an additional £15.

What To Expect

The programme begins with training and orientation at Lacken House, OM Ireland's headquarters. Participants will head out in teams to share the Gospel through St Patrick's Day activities in partnership with local churches across Ireland.

Participant Profile

Age Range: 18-70

We are looking for people who are passionate about Jesus and want to share His Good News with others. Participants need to be flexible, adaptable and teachable.

This journey is available to applicants from:
Austria
American Samoa
Australia
Christmas Island
Cocos (Keeling) Islands
Cook Islands
Fiji
French Polynesia
Heard & McDonald Islands
Kiribati
Marshall Islands
Micronesia
Nauru
New Caledonia
Niue
Norfolk Island
Pitcairn Islands
Samoa
Solomon Islands
Tokelau
Tonga
Tuvalu
Vanuatu
Wallis & Futuna
Ireland
Hong Kong SAR China
Macao SAR China
Falkland Islands
Gibraltar
Guernsey
Isle of Man
Jersey
South Georgia & South Sandwich Islands
United Kingdom
British Virgin Islands
Brunei
Malaysia
Belgium
Luxembourg
Netherlands
Suriname
Liechtenstein
Switzerland
France
French Guiana
French Southern Territories
Guadeloupe
Martinique
Monaco
St. Barthélemy
St. Martin
St. Pierre & Miquelon
Canada
Your country is not on the list? Please talk with us and we will try to work something out for you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will there be accommodation provided?

Initial accommodation will be at Lacken House. We provide bedding and towels. During outreach at churches, accommodation can vary so participants may need to bring a sleeping bag and pillow (check with office). If you have any particular need/requirement, please let your local OM office know.

Will there be food provided?

All meals are provided and included in the outreach cost. Please let us know if you have any special dietary requirements.

Do I need to make my own travel arrangements?

Please fly into Dublin airport (DUB) before 12pm on Wednesday 12 March.
Please book your departure flight (from Dublin) after 1pm on Wednesday 19 March.
We may be able to provided transport from the airport to Lacken House (2 hours away). If not we will advise on how to get the bus from the airport.

What should my health condition be like?

Check with your local OM office for travel insurance requirements.

Do I need a visa?

EEA and Swiss nationals do not need a visa to enter Ireland. If you are not an EEA/Swiss national, you can visit Ireland for up to 90 days without having to register with the immigration authorities. However, some nationalities will require a visa before they leave their country of residence. Please check if you require a visa to enter as a visitor and we will provide a letter of invitation if necessary. For more info visit www.inis.gov.ie

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