Relational: We believe that it is only by the power of God that life change occurs, but that He designed that change to occur as people interact with other people. Giving our participants the opportunity to listen to others’ stories and share their own stories is one of the primary goals of Kaleo Missions. As a result, in all of the ministries we participate in, we put people in contact with other people. Whether it’s serving the homeless, the elderly, kids, or refugees, we focus on relationships and conversations between people. It is only in face to face conversations that people feel valued for who they are, stereotypes are challenged, and the story of the Gospel is communicated in the clearest possible way.
Network: We are a ministry of American Missionary Fellowship, an organization that has been committed to ministry in the United States since 1817. AMF has missionaries in 38 states and well over 100,000 people are impacted each year by AMF missionaries. As a result, participants of Kaleo trips have the opportunity to serve along side of ministries that will continue well after the teams have gone home. In addition to AMF, we have many other incredible ministry partners who love the Lord and faithfully minister in their neighborhoods year-round. We believe that our network of diverse ministries allows us to provide a truly transformational ministry experience.
Training: We are committed to ensuring that our participants are well trained to do all the ministries that we partner with. As a result, we provide many resources to group leaders in the areas of fundraising, team dynamics, issues in the city, servant leadership, etc.
Excellence: In all aspects of a Kaleo trip, from the registration process, to leader training, to actually leading the trip, we strive to do all things “as unto the Lord” (Col 3:23). We are committed to making sure that every Kaleo mission experience fulfills our mission statement of encountering Christ, transforming lives, empowering ministry and inspiring the church.
Affordability: We understand that for all of us, especially in Christian ministry, money can be tight. We are constantly striving to provide the best possible missions experience at the lowest cost possible. As a result, our trips only cost $55 per person per night. All housing, meals, programming, ministry supplies, training, and on-site staff for guidance and debriefing are included.
Leadership: We desire for church leaders to be able to focus primarily on leading their teams during the week. As a result, we want to make sure that all the logistics of the trip are taken care of. Each Kaleo site has an on-site director to oversee the ministry as well as staff members who will help prepare your team for the ministries you will be serving with, accompany you to the ministry sites, take you to activities and restaurants, and overall serve as your guide for your trip.
