Leaders: Charles and Gayle Perabeau
Cost: $2,400
Dates: March 7-14, 2026
Student Application Form
Description: Quito Quest partners with local ministries across Ecuador to create biblically based, impactful experiences for short-term teams and interns. Our goal is to serve alongside communities, strengthen long-term relationships, and share God’s love in meaningful ways. This year’s team will be traveling to Gualsaqui. The Church, “Fe y Gloria” in Gualsaqui, is part of a Kichwa community in the Imbabura province. The church was founded through the partnership of missionaries and a local leader, Pastor Luis, whose vision and faithfulness helped establish a spiritual foundation. Over the years, Gualsaqui has become both a spiritual and community center, where the church promotes growth through discipleship, education, and service. Visiting teams have supported this work by building classrooms and kitchens, leading children’s and youth activities, and providing health initiatives that strengthen relationships with families.
General Requirements:
- For trips outside the USA, you must have/apply for a U.S. Passport that is valid at least 6 months AFTER the last day of the trip (this cost is your responsibility).
- Physically capable of carrying all personal bags/luggage and participating in all activities. Make leaders aware of any limitations you may have. Some locations cannot accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Clear all screening: Academic, Student Accounts, ResLife, Chapel, Student Development
- Acceptance of a no cell phone policy except a one-time check in with family per week
- ALL Ministry Trip Students must attend ALL dates. Exceptions will only be made for student athletes if prior notice is given to Shalom Office during the application process:
- Information Meeting: October 8th, 5-6PM, Wisner room 137
- Applications due: October 15th at midnight
- Getting Started Session: November 8th at 9am
- January 30th or January 31st: Pre-Training Team Time
- Training sessions: February 7th and February 21st 9am12pm
- Commission Night: Friday, February 27th at 6pm (Spring Break)
- Commission Night: Friday, May 1st at 6 pm (Summer Break)
Social/Emotional Requirements:
- Commit to and cooperate within a diverse team of peers, leaders, and local community.
- Be respectful and be willing to follow the instructions of all authority: team leaders, site hosts, staff, etc.
- Emotionally stable, able to handle stress appropriately. Have personal coping skills for high anxiety-inducing situations.
- Be very flexible. Plans are subject to change daily for a variety of reasons.
- Be respectful and adaptable to the unique culture, whether domestic or international.
Financial Requirements:
- A non-refundable deposit (approximately 10% of the total cost) is required to secure a spot on the team upon acceptance.
- Trip cost includes all expenses EXCEPT passport fees, visa fees, immunizations, and souvenirs. A stipend will be given for travel meals, but it may not cover the full amount of food costs.
- The entire cost of the trip will be paid in full before departure, no exceptions.