Short Term Mission Trip Contract & Release

e3 Mission Trip Terms and Conditons

By clicking “I agree to the trip terms and conditions”, I am indicating that

I would like to participate in an e3 Partners Ministry Mission Trip,
I am committed to obtain all of the funds necessary to do so.
I understand all contributions are considered tax deductible contributions US federal income tax purposes to the extent permitted by law and cannot not be refunded.
I realize that all funds obtained for this Mission Trip are considered to be charitable contributions to e3 Partners Ministry, a 501(c) non-profit organization and are therefore the property of e3.
All funds with the preferred designated to my name for this trip are the property of e3 Partners.
e3 may increase the price of this Mission Trip upon notice to team members.

I understand I am responsible for all Mission Trip expenses incurred on my behalf by e3 for this trip. My fundraising goal amount will be determined by the e3 Trip Leader. I will submit:

50% of e3 Mission Trip price on the date established by the Trip Leader which is a minimum of 90 days prior to the Mission Trip departure date.
All remaining e3 Mission Trip funds will be in my account at a minimum of 30 days prior to the Mission Trip departure date.
The deposit and funds raised are non-refundable.

If I raise funds that exceed the trip cost. once all trip costs incurred on my behalf have been reconciled, I may:

Request the funds be saved in a pending account for another e3 for trip on which I go within the next calendar year, or
Request the funds be transferred to another trip volunteer, or
Request the funds be transferred to an e3 strategy fund.

Any funds moved to a pending account on my behalf must be transferred to another trip by the end of the following calendar year will be used for e3’s overall strategy.

In the event that I do not participate in the e3 Mission Trip, or an Mission Trip is cancelled due to reasons outside of e3’s control (pandemic, political turmoil, natural disaster, airline issues, etc.):

Any expenses incurred for me or on my behalf (airline cancellation fees, deposits, etc.) will be deducted from my e3 Mission Trip account, and I will be responsible for any deficit.
I will pay any deficit within fifteen (15) days following notice to me of the amount of such deficit. Any funds remaining in my e3 Mission Trip account, after all of my expenses are paid, may be used in the way described in the previous paragraph.

e3 Mission Trip Policy

I realize that the following elements are crucial to the effectiveness, quality, and safety of our e3 Mission Trip together. As a member of the e3 Mission Trip Team, I agree to:

Remember that I am a guest working at the invitation of a local pastor.
Remember that I have come to learn, not to teach. I may run across procedures that I feel are inefficient, or attitudes that I find closed-minded. I will resist the temptation to inform our hosts about “how I do things.” I will be open to learning other people’s methods and ideas.
Respect the host’s view of Christianity. I recognize that Christianity has many faces throughout the world, and that the purpose of this Mission Trip is to witness and experience faith lived out in a new setting.
Develop and maintain a servant’s attitude toward all nationals and my teammates.
Respect my Mission Trip leader(s) and their decisions.
Refrain from gossip. I may be surprised at how each person blossoms when freed from the concern that others may be passing judgment.
Refrain from complaining. I know that travel can present numerous unexpected and undesired circumstances, but the rewards of conquering such circumstances are innumerable. I will try to be creative and supportive.
Respect the work that is going on in the country with the particular church(es) or person(s) with whom we are working. I realize that our Mission Trip is here for just a short while, but that the local church is here for the long term. I will respect their knowledge, insights, and instructions.
Refrain from political comments or discussions concerning our host country’s politics.
Remember not to be exclusive in my relationships. If my close friend or spouse is on the Mission Trip, we will make every effort to interact with all members of the Mission Trip, not just one another.
Refrain from any activity that could be construed as a romantic interest toward a national. I realize certain activities that seem innocent in my own culture may seem inappropriate in others.
Abstain from the consumption of alcoholic beverages, the use of tobacco, or any un-Christ-like behavior while on the Mission Trip.

Mission Trip Release

I desire to travel to one or more foreign countries in cooperation with e3 Partners Ministry for the purpose of participating in one or more e3 Mission Trips organized by e3 Partners Ministry, or otherwise. On behalf of myself, my heirs, representatives and assigns, I hereby release and forever discharge e3 Partners Ministry, my church, their partners and affiliates, and their respective members, employees, officers, directors and representatives from and against any and all claims for any and all injuries (including death), losses or damages I might have or sustain on or in any way relating to any such e3 Mission Trip, any travel to, in and from any foreign countries or any stay in foreign countries, whether before, during or after an e3 Mission Trip or otherwise.

I understand that travel, particularly for mission purposes, may involve significant risks and that travel to some areas of the world involves greater health and safety risks than foreign travel in general. If I make changes in my flight itinerary, I understand that I am no longer under the responsibility of e3 Partners Ministry, and my travel insurance expires on the original scheduled date. I understand that it is my sole responsibility to gather whatever information I need in order to assess the risk involved in any travel, stay, or other activity contemplated by this RELEASE. My agreement on this RELEASE and my participation in any such activity means that I have to my full satisfaction obtained all information necessary for me to assess the risk and to participate willingly.

I am eighteen (18) years of age or older, and this RELEASE is binding on me and my executor, administrators, heirs, and assigns.

I grant to e3 Partners Ministry, its representatives and employees the right to take photographs of me and my property in connection with the above identified subject. I authorize e3 Partners Ministry, its assigns and transferees to copyright, use and publish the same in print and/or electronically. I agree that e3 Partners Ministry may use such photographs of me with or without my name and for any lawful purpose, including for example such purposes as publicity, illustration, advertising, and Web content.

Statement of Faith

I am a Christian and I understand that the Bible commands Christians to make every effort to live at peace and to resolve disputes with each other in private or within the Christian church (see Matthew 18:1520; I Corinthians 6:1-8). Therefore, I agree with e3 Partners Ministry that any claim or dispute covered by, arising from or related to this RELEASE will be settled by biblically based mediation and, if necessary, legally binding arbitration in accordance with the Rules of Procedure for Christian Conciliation of the Institute for Christian Conciliation. All such mediation and arbitration shall take place in Dallas, Texas. Judgment upon an arbitration award may be entered in any court otherwise having jurisdiction. I agree with e3 Partners Ministry that such mediation and arbitration will be the sole means available to us for resolving any controversy or claim covered by, arising from or related to this RELEASE and that we expressly waive our rights to file a lawsuit in any civil court against one another for such disputes, except to enforce an arbitration decision. Nothing in this paragraph shall prevent e3 Partners Ministry, or any released party, from asserting or pleading this RELEASE as a defense in any action or proceeding brought against e3 Partners Ministry, or any released party.

I have received, reviewed, and agree to adhere to all of e3 Partners Ministry’ policies, including the Mission Trip Release, Biblical Unity on an e3 Mission Trip, e3 Mission Trip Policy, and all other documents referred to in this or any of those documents (collectively called “the Policies”). I have read and fully understand e3 Partners Ministry’s policies and subscribe, whole-heartedly, to the principles inherent therein. Further, I agree to adhere to all guidelines, requirements, restrictions and other provisions set forth herein. I will work diligently to maintain and strengthen the e3 Partners Ministry and its members and will reflect the values of the e3 Partners Ministry in word and example.

I recognize the religious nature of e3 Partners Ministry and agree that e3 Partners Ministry has the right to dismiss me for public immorality, scandal, or rejection of the official teachings, doctrine or policies of e3 Partners, thereby terminating any and all rights that I may have (if any) as a volunteer, subject, however, to the personal due process rights promulgated by e3 Partners Ministry. I understand that I automatically forfeit all volunteer privileges for any conduct or avocation of conduct that stands in contradiction to e3 Partners Ministry’s stated beliefs, policies, and mission as set forth in the Policies. I understand that such beliefs or practices would make me unfit to advance e3 Partners’ mission as it would impede and burden the integrity and religious mission of e3 Partners Ministry. I submit to the designated authority of e3 Partners to resolve any disputes relating to volunteer policies and practices.”

I understand that my volunteer status may be automatically terminated prior to its expiration, or not renewed, for reasons relating to improprieties regarding e3 Partners Ministry’s teachings or laws, unsatisfactory performance, inattention to duties, incompetency, irregular attendance, insubordination, failure to follow policies and procedures, or for any other justifiable reason, provided that, if my volunteer status is terminated or not renewed, then I shall have, as the sole means of recourse, an opportunity to be heard in accordance with appropriate Doctrines Committee . A volunteer will not be discharged on account of disability if able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, the essential functions of the position. Acknowledging and accepting the religious and moral nature of e3 Partners Ministry’s purpose and mission, the undersigned agrees to conduct herself or himself at all times, professionally and personally, in accordance with e3 Partners Ministry’s teaching authority, law and internal governance. Charges of immoral behavior, or of conduct violative of the Policies or other written policies incorporated herein shall ultimately be resolved exclusively by the Doctrines Committee, as established from time to time.

Biblical Unity on an e3 Mission Trip

THE GOAL OF UNITY.

The task of finally finishing the Great Commission is bigger than any one part of the Body of Christ. God wants to use the entire Body of Christ to finish this task. e3 Partners Ministry seeks to be an answer to the prayer Christ Himself prayed in John 17:20-21:

I do not pray for these alone, but also for those who will believe in Me through their word: that they all may be one, as You, Father, are in Me, and I in You; that they also may be one in Us, that the world may believe that You sent Me.

UNITY BASED ON TRUTH.

e3 Partners Ministry seeks to serve as a catalyst for spiritual, Biblical unity in the Body of Christ as we serve various parts of the Body to plant new churches. While we pray and work toward unity, we also are mindful of Paul’s caution in Galatians 1:8, 9:

But even if we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel to you than what we have preached to you, let him be accursed. As we have said before, so now I say again, if anyone preaches any other gospel to you than what you have received, let him be accursed.

Marriage and Human Sexuality.

Preamble

We believe that all matters of faith and conduct must be evaluated on the basis of Holy Scripture, which is our infallible guide. (2 Timothy 3:16–17) Since the Holy Bible does speak to the nature of human beings and their sexuality, it is imperative that we correctly understand and articulate what the Bible teaches on these matters.

We are committed to the home and family as set forth in Holy Scripture. We believe God has ordained and created marriage to exist between one man and one woman, with absolute marital fidelity. The Bible sets forth specific home and family values, which include the distinct roles of husbands and wives, fathers and mothers, and children. It is our firm conviction that we uphold the dignity of each individual as we embrace the unchanging and longstanding principles of scriptural truth.

Religious Beliefs

Based on Holy Scripture and the constant moral teaching of the universal Church, we believe:

Marriage — e3 Partners Ministry defines marriage as the permanent, exclusive, comprehensive, and conjugal “one flesh” union of one man and one woman, intrinsically ordered to procreation and biological family, and in furtherance of the moral, spiritual, and public good of binding father, mother, and child. (Genesis 1:27-28, Genesis 2:18-24, Matthew 19:4-9, Mark 10:5-9, Ephesians 5:31-33)

Sexual Immorality — e3 Partners Ministry believes that sexual acts outside marriage are prohibited as sinful. Consequently, e3 Partners Ministry staff, board members and volunteers must resist and refrain from any and all sexual acts outside marriage — including but not limited to adultery, fornication, incest, zoophilia, pornography, prostitution, masturbation, voyeurism, pedophilia, exhibitionism, sodomy, polygamy, polyamory, sologamy, or same-sex sexual acts. (Exodus 20:14, Leviticus 18:7-23, Leviticus 20:10-21, Deuteronomy 5:18, Matthew 15:19, Matthew 5:27-28, Romans 1:26-27, 1 Corinthians 6:9-13, 1

Thessalonians 4:3, Hebrews 13:4, Galatians 5:19, Ephesians 4:17-19, Colossians 3:5)

Gender Identity — e3 Partners Ministry believes that God created mankind in His image: male (man) and female (woman), sexually different but with equal personal dignity. Consequently, e3 Partners Ministry staff, board members and volunteers must affirm their biological sex and refrain from any and all attempts to physically change, alter, or disagree with their predominant biological sex — including but not limited to elective sexreassignment, transvestite, transgender, or nonbinary “genderqueer” acts or conduct. (Genesis 1:26-28, Romans 1:26-32, 1 Corinthians 6:9-11)

Sexual Orientation — e3 Partners Ministry believes that God created and ordered human sexuality to the permanent, exclusive, comprehensive, and conjugal “one flesh” union of man and woman, intrinsically ordered to procreation and biological family, and in furtherance of the moral, spiritual, and public good of binding father, mother, and child. Consequently, e3 Partners Ministry staff, board members and volunteers must affirm the sexual complementarity of man and woman and resist any and all same-sex sexual attractions and refrain from any and all same-sex sexual acts or conduct, which are intrinsically disordered. (Genesis 1:27, Genesis 2:24, Matthew 19:4-6, Mark 10:5-9, Romans 1:26-27, 1 Corinthians 6:9-11,

Ephesians 5:25-27, Revelation 19:7-9, Revelation 21:2)

Sexual Redemption — e3 Partners Ministry believes that all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God and should seek redemption through confession, repentance, baptism, and faith in Jesus Christ.

Consequently, e3 Partners Ministry staff, board members and volunteers must welcome and treat with respect, compassion, and sensitivity all who experience same-sex attractions or confess sexually immoral acts but are committed to resisting sexual temptation, refraining from sexual immorality, and conforming

their behavior to e3 Partners Ministry‘s Statement of Faith. (Matthew 11:2830, Romans 3:23, Ephesians 2:1-10, 1 Corinthians 10:13, Hebrews 2:17-18, Hebrews 4:14-16)

Celibacy — e3 Partners Ministry believes that Holy Scripture grants two life-enhancing options for human sexual behavior: (1) the conjugal “one flesh” marital union of one man and one woman, and (2) celibacy. Either is a gift from God, given as He wills for His glory and the good of those who receive and rejoice in His gift to them. Celibacy and faithful singleness is to be celebrated and affirmed within e3 Partners Ministry. (Genesis 1:2728; 2:18, 2124; Matthew 19:46; Mark 10:58; Hebrews 13:4; 1 Corinthians 7:18; Matthew

19:12; 1 Corinthians 12:1213; Romans 12:10; 1 Timothy 5:1-2)

Holy Scripture:-

Marriage and Human Sexuality:

Genesis 1:2628; Genesis 2:1824; Genesis 19:510; Exodus 20:14;

Leviticus 18:723; Leviticus 20:1021; Deuteronomy 5:18; Judges 19:2224; Matthew 5:2728; Matthew

15:19; Matthew 19:49; Mark 10:59; Romans 1:2627; 1 Corinthians 6:913; 1 Corinthians 5:11; Galatians

5:19; Ephesians 4:1719; Ephesians 5:2527; Ephesians 5:31; Colossians 3:5; 1 Thessalonians 4:3;

Hebrews 13:4; 1 Timothy 1:810; Jude 1:7; Revelation 19:79; Revelation 21:2

Pastoral Care: Matthew 11:2830; Romans 3:23; Ephesians 2:110; 1 Corinthians 10:13; Hebrews 2:17-18;

Hebrews 4:14-16

Application

All of our staff, board members and volunteers must affirm and adhere to this Doctrinal and Religious Absolute statement on marriage and human sexuality to qualify for involvement with the ministry. This is necessary to accomplish our religious mission, goals, and purpose. Behavior or counter-witnessing that does otherwise will impede and burden our integrity and religious mission. We believe that God’s grace can wipe the slate of guilt and sin, though the consequences are still incurred.

Authority

The Bible is the inspired and infallible Word of God, acting as the source of authority over morality, our beliefs, Christian lifestyle and conduct. e3’s Doctrines Committee appointed by e3’s CEO is charged with the ministerial responsibility of Biblical interpretation and promulgating religious policy. The Doctrines Committee will determine life application as well as final matters relating to church theology, philosophy, Christian practice, faith, divine truth, morality, and theological and doctrinal resolutions.

Sanctity of Life.