Hey everybody. I am going on a mission trip in a few weeks to Mexico-specifically Tijuana and Ensenada. Anyone have any experiences? Any advice? What to bring, how to minister, what its like? Anything you have to say will be appriciated.
2007-05-14 14:44:15 · 8 answers · asked by bigdaddy9145 2 in Travel ➔ Mexico ➔ Other - Mexico
I live in between Tijuana and Ensenada. I have lots of missions experience here...
Bring a sweater or light coat, because it gets cool out at night, espe. near the ocean.
Eat at places that have sinks- sinks means they can wash hands and keep clean- no sinks- no clean= extra time on the porcelain lazy-boy!
Come with a willingness to serve. You are serving the Lord by serving His people.
Leave your prejudices behind. You may find yourself judging the way people live differently than you- It will destroy your witness and ability to serve Jesus well!
Most folks understand English, speak respectfuly at all times or you'll destroy your witness!
Enjoy the people- they will show you the Love and Joy of the Lord in a way you may never have experienced it.
Shake hands with people when you meet them.
Repect the pastor - he is a highly respected person in his church and neighbourhood- treat him in such a way- to not do so (or to ignore him) is to "dis" him and that can work against your ability to serve.
Serve
Serve
Serve.
Love and you will do well- you may never be the same!!
2007-05-15 19:55:51 · answer #1 · answered by pastrbuzz 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Anyone who says it beautiful has never been there. That area of Mexico is dirty, poor and dangerous. The drug gangs run Tijuana and people are being killed in the streets (including the police). Ensenada ia nice but again it's dirty and poor. Remember Mexico is a third world country, and this isn't one of it's better parts.
Good luck all the same.
2007-05-14 15:07:28 · answer #2 · answered by Just a friend. 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I've been too many times to count but I think I was always on a different 'mission'. If seeking out the 'gods of tequila' is something of interest I can speak the gospel but I'm afraid that's not why your going! Have fun. Mexico is gorgeous but bypass Tijuana if possible. It's gross!!!!!
2007-05-14 16:41:24 · answer #3 · answered by sayulitabobbi 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hey, you know there is nothing in Tijuana except strip clubs and brothels right?. I mean people don't go on vacation in Tijuana except to get some extra activities. if that's what you are looking for, go for it...Tijuana is also a little dangerous. Be careful.
2007-05-15 13:22:04 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm sure you'll be welcomed by your local Mexican denomination. It will be a great experience for you.
2007-05-16 04:58:41 · answer #5 · answered by lpaganus 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it's beautiful there. Just be aware of pick pocketers and make sure no one rips you off. Have fun!!
2007-05-14 14:48:11 · answer #6 · answered by Idon'tknow 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you will only get signal close to the US border, this phone does not have roaming and will not be usable in Mexican netoworks
2016-05-18 02:49:50 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ive never bin
2007-05-17 10:11:52 · answer #8 · answered by tiffany_bratz 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋