Q & A

What are the dates of project?

You will need to arrive on Tuesday, June 17 and you are permitted to depart on Wednesday, August 6.

May I leave project for a special event?

In light of the unique nature of the project, we typically say no.  You can imagine what would happen if two people in the same band had two different dates they had to be gone, that puts the band at a disadvantage in their preparation.  We are willing to discuss your special events and decisions will be made on an individual bases.

How do I raise support? What if I don’t get it raised?  Will I have help?

Raising your own support is a great way to increase your faith and give people an opportunity to be part of the mission. Rarely do we run into cases where students don’t get all their money.  It truly is amazing to see God provide so abundantly.  If for some reason you are unable to raise all your support, we will discuss the options at that time.  Our encouragement, “Pray as if it depends on God and work at it like it depends on you.”
 
Will you have help?  Yes.  We will provide you with sample letters, conversations, and ways to ask. You will also be assigned a support coach who will track with you and encourage you in the process.

Where will I be living?

We will make arrangements for your housing.  At this time we are still in negotiations.  As soon as a decision is made, we will indicate the name and address of the location here.

Will I know where my band is touring before I arrive?

You will know a rough schedule.  Sometimes not all the concerts are  booked prior to your arrival.  You can send a concert schedule to family and friends once you arrive.  If you are traveling in the states, you may share your concert locations with whomever you want.  If you are traveling internationally, there may be reason to be vague about your location.  We will instruct you how to handle this situation if you are going into a secure country.

What will my schedule look like?

We will post the tentative schedule sometime next spring.  For now here are a few details:

• Weekly you will experience a small group Bible study, small group accountability, project events, training, and rehearsal times.
• We are also planning a men’s and women’s retreat.
• Your schedule will be full and busy.
• There will be time for personal and corporate times to
  connect with Jesus.
• Etc, etc, etc.

Can I get a job?

The pace and schedule for this project is intense and full.  There is not time to pursue a job.  If this is a concern, another summer project may suit your needs better.

Can I count my summer experience as an internship?

Maybe.  You need to work out the details with your professors and/or academic counselor.  There are students who have worked this out in the past.  Typically your professor or counselor will give you a list of requirements that we need to have.  We will make sure the criteria fits into the overall schedule and will let you know if it is possible.  We are confident this is clear as mud, so feel free to just to call or email us.

Can I still take summer classes?

If you need to take classes, it would need to be prior to June 17 or after your departure date on August 6.

Will I receive training to reach people who don’t know Christ?

Most definitely!  We will look at a variety of evangelism styles.  There is no right or wrong way, although some ways are more effective.  We will look at different ways to proclaim the gospel and equip ourselves with listening and speaking skills that will enhance our ability to listen and speak.

What if my parents have concerns or questions?

In all probability they will.  Feel free to contact us for specific questions or you may check out this site http://gosummerproject.com/parents.html

Who is CCC? What do they believe?

To learn more about CCC please click here http://www.campuscrusadeforchrist.com/aboutus/index.htm 
If you would like, you may download our statement of faith by clicking here. http://www.campuscrusadeforchrist.com/aboutus/statementoffaith.htm

What is the history of CCC's summer mission projects?

Campus Crusade is an interdenominational Christian organization founded in 1951 with the purpose of helping to fulfill the Great Commission of Jesus Christ as recorded in Matthew 28:18-20. When Bill and Vonette Bright first launched Campus Crusade for Christ, the underlying concept was to "win the campus today and change the world tomorrow." More than 50 years later, the mission remains the same.

Today more than 26,000 staff members and 225,000 volunteers work in more than 191 countries worldwide. We see ourselves as an extension of the local church with expertise in particular areas, working closely with pastors and churches throughout the United States and the world.
In 1965 we started our very first summer project to help a church in Ocean City, NJ reach the young people who flocked to the beach there each summer. This summer we will be sending approximately 3,500 students and staff members to 150 summer projects around the world! Every year our summer projects involve American students, recent graduates, lay people, and full-time Campus Crusade staff members.