College Students & Young Adults

College and young adulthood are unique seasons of life. They're years of asking important questions, discerning God's calling, building lifelong friendships, and developing convictions that will shape decades to come. They also provide an incredible opportunity to explore what it means to follow Christ in an increasingly diverse and globally connected world.



HarvestCall's short-term mission opportunities are intentionally designed to help young adults grow beyond simply gaining experiences to developing lifelong perspectives. Through cross-cultural engagement, meaningful partnerships, and intentional discipleship, participants learn to engage others with humility, see people through Christ's eyes, and discover how God may be inviting them to participate in His global Kingdom for years to come.

Which Opportunity is Right for Your Group?

Journey Week – Clarkston, Georgia

Discipleship & Cross-Cultural Foundations

Best for students wanting to...

• Build a biblical foundation for living missionally.
• Deepen their walk with Christ.
• Explore God's heart for the nations.
• Gain a global perspective of the state of missions today.
• Begin cross-cultural engagement.

Highlights

• Biblical discipleship and spiritual formation
• Global missions perspective
• Cross-cultural immersion
• Inter-generational teams
• Practical outreach and ministry experiences
• Guided reflection and discussion

Ideal for:

Students wanting to establish a strong biblical foundation for lifelong discipleship while gaining a broader vision of God's global Kingdom and their place within His mission.

Salaam Week – Midwest locations, enquire

Understanding Muslim Neighbors

Best for students wanting to...

• Better understand Islam.
• Build friendships with Muslim classmates and neighbors.
• Grow in confidence sharing Christ with humility.

Highlights

• Muslim culture and worldview
• Mosque visit and respectful dialogue
• Cultural immersion
• Gospel conversations
• Guided reflection and discussion

Ideal for:

Students wanting to grow in understanding, confidence, and compassion as they learn to build meaningful relationships with Muslim neighbors while sharing the hope of Christ with humility and grace.

Shanti Week – Bloomington/Chicago

Understanding Hindu Neighbors

Best for students wanting to...

• Understand Hindu beliefs and culture.
• Learn to engage classmates with respect and gospel clarity.
• Better understand one of the world's largest religious communities.

Highlights

• Hindu beliefs and worldview
• Temple visit
• Cultural immersion
• Gospel conversations
• Guided reflection and discussion

Ideal for:

Students wanting to better understand one of the world's largest religious communities while learning to engage Hindu neighbors with wisdom, respect, and the hope of the gospel.

Diné Hózhó – Thoreau, New Mexico

Learning & Serving with the Navajo Church

Best for students wanting to...

• Serve alongside an indigenous local church.
• Experience cross-cultural ministry within the United States.
• Learn partnership instead of projects.

Highlights

• Vacation Bible School
• Community outreach
• Navajo culture and history
• Helping Without Hurting principles in practice

Ideal for:

Students wanting a relational service experience that combines ministry, cultural learning, and encouragement for established local ministry partners.

Inner City - Tucson, Arizona

Partnering in Urban Gospel Ministry

Best for students wanting to...

• See those society often overlooks through Christ’s eyes
• Discover how the gospel restores lives and communities
• Learn to build relationships across cultural differences
• Serve alongside trusted urban ministries

Highlights

• Urban ministry
• Gospel restoration
• Community engagement
• Homelessness learning
• Relational ministry

Ideal for:

Students wanting to experience gospel ministry in an urban setting while learning to serve with dignity, humility, and respect.

Rebuilding Ministry - Location TBD

Restoring Homes. Strengthening Communities

Best for students wanting to...

• Serve alongside a broad cross-section of the national Church.
• Put their faith into action through practical service.
• Experience the impact of compassionate disaster recovery.
• Serve alongside experienced ministry leaders and volunteers.

Highlights

• Disaster recovery
• Home restoration
• Community engagement
• Team-based service
• Daily devotions and reflection

Ideal for:

Students wanting to experience hands-on service in community with the broader national church while learning how practical acts of compassion can strengthen communities and demonstrate Christ's love.

Summer Camp Counselors/Staff - Illinois & Indiana

Discipling the Next Generation

Best for students wanting to...

• Invest in the spiritual growth of children and youth.
• Develop leadership through serving others.
• Build meaningful relationships while pointing others to Christ.
• Grow in discipling others.

Highlights

• Mentoring campers
• Small group leadership
• Team-based ministry
• Worship and teaching

Ideal for:

Students wanting to grow as servant leaders while helping create an environment where children and youth can encounter Christ, build friendships, and grow in their faith.

Traveling VBS - AC Small Church Locations, USA

Supporting Small Churches Through Children's Ministry

Best for students wanting to...

• Encourage smaller churches through practical ministry.
• Learn more about small church culture.
• Discover how local churches can impact their communities.
• Share the love of Christ with children and families.
• Serve in small ministry teams.

Highlights

• Local church partnership
• Community outreach
• Team ministry
• Family engagement

Ideal for:

Students wanting to strengthen local churches by serving children and families while experiencing the joy of ministry through encouragement, teamwork, and gospel-centered outreach.