Cambodia
Coordinator: Mike Collins 704-322-9653 mcollins@wnccumc.org
Orientation: TBA
Project: Methodist School of Cambodia
Location: Phnom Penh
The work possibilities are expanding and adding a fl oor above the present facilities. Work would
include column construction, block and cement work. Educational opportunities with the students and/or local pastors are possibilities, if qualifi ed instructors wish to participate. The Methodist Church is growing in this Buddhist country. There is much brokenness in the country as a result of the Civil War. As we reach the children, we can best turn the country into a thriving community. Cambodia is one of the new initiatives of the General Church. It is a young church – 15 years old. The school began with kindergarten and 13 children. As the children age, new classes are started. Now there is a need to expand the school as it has over 300 children. The school is rated as one of the top schools in the country. The team will be situated in a nearby hotel with noon meals at the school. Other meals will be at the hotel or nearby restaurants. Cambodia is a hot country. Precaution must be taken to keep as cool and hydrated as possible. Approximately 5 days of the team time will be to explore the country’s historical sites and the Methodist Mission of Cambodia.
Team 6 March 6–19, 2010 W. Overcash $2,700
Team 7 March 18–April 2, 2010 B. Buchanan $2,700

Laos
Coordination: Mike Collins 704-322-9653 mcollins@wnccumc.org
Orientation: TBA
Project: Laos Samphang Methodist Center Location: Vientiane
Lay floor tile; install wood ceiling and electrical wiring. Other possibilities include English with children and youth, leadership training and Bible women training for women if qualified persons are on the team. The Methodist Church is growing in this Buddhist/Communist country. There is much brokenness in the country. As we reach the children, we can best turn the country into a thriving community. Construction and education possibilities in Laos include general construction and English Language and Leadership Training. The team will be fed Lao foods with a cook provided. No low-cut dressing, kissing or hugging in public. No preaching or distribution of Christian materials or Bibles. Curfew after 11:30 p.m. Team size limited to no more than 6 by the government.
Team 24 Feb. 10–24, 2010 Cher Lue Vang $3,000

Philippines
Coordinator: Michael Collins 704-322-9653 mcollins@wnccumc.org
Orientation: TBA
Project: Ethnic Center, Metro Manila Location: Manila
Work with ethnic minorities and “special needs individuals” in construction of a center and educational possibilities in the Metro Manila area. Other educational contact with children possible. The Methodist Church in the Philippines is a vibrant church, growing to meet the needs of the people. It is now a “sending” church, sending missionaries to other countries.
Team 33 August 2–15, 2010 Ariel and Mike Collins $2,700