Every year, PCA dedicates a week to going on mission to places all around the world. Whether you serve in Plano or the Amazon, the impact is equally important. As the time comes closer for students to sign up for a trip, everyone is contemplating which trip they desire to go on.

Sports is one great way to connect with people. When two people share the love of a sport, it is much easier to relate and have impactful conversations. The basketball team gets the opportunity to visit the Dominican Republic as a team.

Freshman Marcus Spears said, “I want to go to the Dominican Republic because it sounds really fun to play basketball with the people there.”

Some desire an experience that is different from what they are used to. Whether it is a language barrier or a different culture, the experience gained is like no other. There is serious

Junior Taylor Clark said, “I want to go to Uganda because I have always wanted to go overseas and visit somewhere in Africa.”

A memorable experience can also be built with your friends, creating memories for a lifetime.

Senior Lauren DenBraber said, “I want to go to Germany because I want to go international and serve others with my friends.”

Not only do these trips impact those you serve, but they impact you as well. The memories and friends you make out of it will be something to remember for a lifetime. As you consider your trip, think about what you want to get out of it.