RESOURCES
Go on a Mission Trip!
Short Term missions opportunities
Interested in going on a missions trip with Oasis World Ministries? Do you and others from your church have a passion for world missions? If you are interested in finding out more information about a group from your church joining Oasis on one of their trips, contact our office at 763-425-9355 or send an e-mail to: info@oasiswm.org.
Church missions
This is an opportunity for you and your church to go on a missions trip and really share the gospel of Jesus Christ using our ONE MINUTE WITNESS tool!
FAQ & information
How long is a typical trip?
Trips can range from 10-24 days. Each trip is different and planned based on the itinerary.
What are the costs involved on each trip?
The trip cost is $1,100 + airfare, so approximately $2700. This will cover trip expenses, airfare, transportation, 1-2 meals per day, lodging, and insurance. You will need to bring additional spending money for meals, snacks, souvenirs, etc.
What do I need to fill out to go?
When you contact the Oasis office, they will send you an application as well as paperwork for insurance through the AGWM. You will also need to have a passport and visa.
When do you travel?
We typically travel to India in the months of February, May, and November.
Where do you stay while overseas?
We usually stay in rural hotels. Picture a dirty Motel 6. We try to at least get rooms with AC
Do I need to be part of a group from a church to go?
You need to have a pastor’s reference and total support, but do not have to come as a church group.
Is there an age limit?
Anyone under 18 must come with a parent or assigned guardian.
What does a trip consist of? What will we do?
Many new things. We go into villages and dedicate water wells, new church buildings, pray for the sick and preach the gospel. We attend evening Festivals, and pray for the sick with an interpreter. We love on the people through your testimonies and kindness. You can even preach in a church on Sunday if you so desire.
Typical Schedule
Village Ministry:
Oasis World Ministries ministers to unreached and under-reached villages where many people have never heard about Jesus Christ.
Varied activities; village ministry with translators; pray for the sick; preaching opportunities during church services; building relationships with nationals.
Beginning at 9am-2pm.
Allow for up to 1 hour travel time one way from hotel to conference location.
Lunch will be provided. (Timing is variable so it is recommended to bring a snack).
Gospel & Healing Festival (five days):
Up to 10,000 people travel from remote villages as far away as 30 kilometers to attend each festival. Many hear about Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior for the very first time.
Lunch will be provided. (Timing is variable so it is recommended to bring a snack).
Varied activities; intercession during the festival and pray for the sick who attend; building relationships with nationals.
Begins around 6:30-10pm.
Pastor Tom and team arrive around 7:30pm.
Allow for up to 1 hour travel time from hotel to the festival grounds.
“5-Star Evangelism” Training Seminar for Pastors (three days):
These three-day seminars equip 300-500 pastors and leaders to bring new believers in the faith.
Varied activities; teaching opportunities; building relationships with nationals.
Beginning at 9am-2pm
Lunch will be provided. (Timing is variable so it is recommended to bring a snack).
Allow for up to 1 hour travel time from hotel to conference location.
Daily Devotions:
Rotates between team members.
Typically held an hour before the events of the day around 9am.
*Note: When festival and seminar grounds are a long distance away, the team leaves in the morning and returns after the festival is finished. A daypack is highly recommended. Pack festival clothing, insect repellent, personal items, snacks & evening meal.
Gas Buy-down Events
Experience the energy of seeing people excited about sharing their faith. Tom Elie, Evangelist and President of Oasis World Ministries, teaches a unique approach to sharing one's faith in 60 seconds while at the gas pump. He uses the One-Minute Witness faith-sharing tool.
Everyone wins! Drivers are eager to get a gas discount. Station owners are thrilled with the added traffic flow to their businesses, and Christians learn a no-pressure approach to sharing their faith.
Participants simply ask the driver, "What is the best thing that has ever happened to you?" Then they ask,"May I share the best thing that has ever happened to me?" And if given the opportunity, they share how they have come to know Jesus Christ and the difference He has made in their lives.
After two hours at the gas pump, it's a win-win for everyone. This is why the gas buy-down is one of the world's best faith-sharing events used today!
Kurt Steinbach - Tennessee, US.
“One Minute Witness has been a great experience. We did a gas buy down and it’s been like fish in a barrel. To be able to tell people about Jesus in a non threatening way is refreshing.. its been cool to see our people empowered to share their faith. We will be using these tools in the future everyday!”
Testimonies
"Our GAS BUY-DOWN was amazing!
I can't believe we touched over 200 people with the Gospel in 2 hours. It only cost our church $473 and we got more publicity and blessed our community more than anything else we could have done. People were so moved by simply receiving 25-cents off per gallon; a few were in tears. Many asked what the fund-raiser was for and then couldn't believe it was just for them.
In our church, people are continuing to step out and ask, "What's the greatest thing that has ever happened to you?" Your simple training on Saturday opened so many people up to sharing their faith in a very real way.
Thanks again for the idea and training. Our team looks forward to our next gas buy-down opportunity."
Mark Olson
theMount.org
More Testimonials
"The most fun outreach we have done... it made sharing your faith fun and enjoyable."
—Pastor Craig Morre
St. Cloud, MN
"Very effective! We have seen many people saved through this outreach... it really works."
—Pastor Bob Wallace
Kent, WA
"This is the easiest outreach we've ever done... Seven customers were weeping as we shared how Jesus changed our lives."
—Pastor Greg Stone
St. Peter, MN
National Evangelists
Bringing the Good News to Those Who Haven't Heard
In 2004, Oasis hired two national evangelists who began traveling weekly to remote villages of India and sharing about Christ's forgiveness and eternal life with people who have never heard about a personal and loving God.
"While my white skin drew many people to large gospel festivals," said Tom Elie, "the locals knew best how to relate with their culture. They could travel to remote areas that would be too dangerous for an outsider like me.”
Since 2004, Oasis national evangelists have grown from two to thirty-two full-time workers. Oasis plans to support many evangelists in the coming year, with some going into northern India where the need for evangelists is even greater.
Donate»
Will you help Oasis national evangelists reach the unreached people of remote villages?
National Evangelist: $7,500
Each national evangelist conducts weekly three-day festivals and shares the Gospel with people who live throughout India’s most unreached villages. Sponsorship covers a pastor's full-time salary, transportation and festival expenses.
Oasis World Ministries is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit corporation in the USA. It is a member in good standing with the Christian Stewardship Association. Donations are tax-deductible.
NationChangers
Serve God. Explore the World.
We are Looking for a Few Good Men and Women
… people who want their lives to have an eternal impact… people who want to synergize their gifts with a worldwide evangelistic ministry.
NATIONCHANGERS ARE PEOPLE WHO:
enjoy traveling the world, meeting new people and influencing leaders.
like volunteering, 3-4 weeks/year.
visit their targeted nation twice yearly.
help to train interdenominational seminars for pastors, leaders, and school teachers.
assist developing nations with computers for schools or water wells for thirsty souls.
take cross-cultural steps of faith to impart Biblical truths to spiritually-hungry people.
Our goal is to influence entire nations for Jesus Christ through its churches, schools and media. We train and equip pastors and leaders to share their faith with confidence and compassion, and then challenge them to train and equip their entire congregations.
NEXT STEPS:
1. Pray about how God could use you.
2. E-mail your letter of interest* to info@oasiswm.org.
3. Call our office at 763-425-9355 to set up a phone interview.
*Letter of Interest should include your contact info, your testimony, your pastor's contact info, and why you are interested in learning more about NationChangers.
Will you help us multiply Christian resources? Sponsor NationChangers!
Oasis World Ministries is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit corporation in the USA, and is a member in good standing with ECFA (Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability). Donations are tax-deductible.
PARTNERSHIPS
TEAMING THROUGHOUT THE WORLD
We work with leaders and leading organizations as we increase Good-News evangelism in the earth. If your team would like to integrate our evangelism training for personal faith-sharing using the ONE MINUTE WITNESS, we’re here to help. Many pastors and leaders choose to meet us in the USA when convenient for them. Other leaders partner remotely and see increase in harvest as they simply use what’s provided. Let us know how we can help; E-mail us at info@oasiswm.org.
TEAMING THROUGHOUT THE WORLD
We work with leaders and leading organizations as we increase Good-News evangelism in the earth. If your team would like to integrate our evangelism training for personal faith-sharing using the ONE MINUTE WITNESS, we’re here to help. Many pastors and leaders choose to meet us in the USA when convenient for them. Other leaders partner remotely and see increase in harvest as they simply use what’s provided. Let us know how we can help; E-mail us at info@oasiswm.org.
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“What type of leaders’ conference is better than a conference where souls are won for the Kingdom of God; where pastors forget their big names and join in asking for people’s ears, one on one? I really enjoyed today’s training and feel I’ve done a great job in the shortest time ever!” —Bishop Zake from Eswatinie, Africa
(Many more quotes and video testimonies on our Stories page here!)
Contact Us
OUR OFFICE
6254 Douglas Court N.
Champlin, MN
CONTACT
763-425-9355
info@oasiswm.org