Mexico Put-Together (1)

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Welcome to Men for Missions (MFM), a ministry of One Mission Society. We
trust the Lord for His provision, inspiration and direction for your Ministry
Team in the work to further His kingdom.
OMS is a non-denominational Mission Agency, which began in 1901 as the
Oriental Mission Society. Since then, the Lord has blessed OMS with field
locations in more than 74 different countries, many of which have sent their
own missionaries into other countries as well.
MFM exists to involve laymen in foreign missions. MFM is not about men to
the exclusion of women. Rather, we are for the inclusion of men. Our priority
is The Lordship of Jesus Christ in each person’s life at home and around the
world. Individuals God calls to be involved with MFM are willing to:
Do whatever God wants you to do
Go wherever God wants you to go
Give whatever God wants you to give
The tag-line for MFM is Your Life-Changing Journey. What is it God wants
you to learn and experience as you go through this journey? It is our sincere
desire that He would move powerfully in your life as you prepare for and
serve on this short-term trip.
Sincerely,
The MFM Staff

Table of
Contents
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Country Welcome
2
OMS Mexico History
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Current Team and Ministries
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Before You Arrive
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Adjusting to Mexico

1
Country Welcome
Thank you for praying and planning to come to the
One Mission Society Mexico Field. Mexico is a
beautiful country, displaying a rich cultural heritage
that blends Spanish-European, American, and
Mexican-Indian traditions. The being said, a tangible
need for Jesus exists in all of Mexico's cultures.
Ancient religions and pagan customs are subtly
blended to confuse a people searching for the truth.
We hope that the enclosed information is concise
and complete and will help you to prepare for your
time on the field. Please consider the information
within and pray with us for the Lord to bless the work
He has prepared for you and your team.

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OMS Mexico History
One Mission Society first entered Mexico in 1941 when Lettie
Cowman committed OMS to initiating a Great Village Campaign in
Mexico. After six years of work, churches were handed over to the
Pilgrim Holiness Church. The ministry of OMS rebegan in Mexico when
prayer crusades visited the city in 1988.
Two years later, OMS started ministry outreach in rented facilities.
The first leadership training effort was called the Christian Studies and
Ministry Center. As the number of interested students grew, the
program was formally developed and contextualized as the United
Families Center. Today, the Biblical Seminary of Mexico continues in
the form of a hybrid residential program in partnership with the
Christian Missionary and Alliance seminary in Guadalajara and the
Evangelical Methodist Church in Torreón. Students and graduates from
the seminary are engaged in team evangelism ministry.
The OMS-established national church in Mexico is called the
United Families in Christ (UNIFAM) Churches of Mexico, and it was
established in 1991. Church planting is focused in Mexico City and
Acapulco utilizing “Encounter With God,” and social outreach ministries,
as well as other traditional methods. OMS also pioneered the La
Hacienda Christian Academy, missionary children's elementary school
and partners with the Southern Baptist Mission Board and others.

OMS Mexico History Cont.
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One Mission Society currently has ministries in three of Mexico’s
32 states: Guerrero, Jalisco, and the state of Mexico. Ministries in
Mexico provide water, transportation, housing, sewage treatment, and
food to people in need while also providing the most important thing of
all– the good news of Jesus Christ. As we conduct our ministries, our
daily focus is on training, equipping and supporting the ministry of
UNIFAM in order that Mexico may be reached for Christ. We are
helping to build a Great Commission Church in Mexico that will
continue the job of bringing this nation to Christ.

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Current Team and Ministries
Our OMS Mexico Team
Troy and Jenny Gentry first received a calling to serve God
in Mexico in 1999, while still in college. They were accepted by
One Mission Society and appointed to Mexico City in 2007.
Troy is the rector at the OMS-related Biblical Seminary of
Mexico (SEMBIMEX), providing leadership to the seminary, as
well as teaching classes. He also serves as the OMS Mexico
field director. Jenny is a part-time trainer with HOPE61, One
Mission Society’s human trafficking prevention ministry. HOPE61
trainers train and equip churches worldwide to understand the
issue of human trafficking, identify the causes of vulnerability of
local people to become involved in human trafficking, and
discover the gifts, talents, abilities, and resources that God has
given each church to reduce the vulnerability of those around
them.
The Gentrys' two oldest children, Tayler and Clayton, are
attending Barclay College in Kansas. Their two youngest
children, Tori and Cody, live in Mexico with their parents.

Current Teams and Ministries Cont.
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Our Current Ministries
UNIFAM
SEMBIMEX
ECC
English Ministries
Proyecto

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Before You Arrive
Packing Suggestions
__ Airline Tickets, Passport, Etc.
__ Alarm Clock
__ Bible
__ Books (reading material)
__ Flashlight
__ Hand Sanitizer
__ Insect Repellent
__ Imodium/Cipro (for diaherria)
__ Kleenex Packets
__ MFMI Information Packet
__ Motion Sickness Tablets
__ Mouthwash
__ Pain Killer
__ Razor and Blades or
__ Razor, Electric
__ Shampoo
__ Shoes, Work
__ Shoes, Dress
__ Soap
__ Sunglasses
__ Sunscreen
__ Toothbrush/paste
__Umbrella
__ Wash 'n Dry Towelettes
Contact Lenses: Bring additional solution. It may not be available in
some locations. Also, an extra pair of glasses would be helpful in case
of breakage or loss.
Electric Appliances: You might not be able to use plugs with
polarized (triangular) plugs. Bring appropriate electrical adapters for
the country in which you will be traveling.
Cameras: Pictures of everyday sights you encounter will be
valuable when sharing your experience with family and friends. Include
pictures of people you work with, but be sensitive to cultural
perceptions of foreign "picture takers". Also, don't let the zeal for a
picture take away from the reason you went in the first place. The
missionaries on the field will be your best source of information for
picture taking.

Before You Arrive Cont.
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Prescription Medications: Bring copies of all Medications you are
currently taking and information on possible side effects. Bring
medication in original containers (if possible) for easy verification if
required. Be sure to have enough medication for the entire time you will
be away. Take medication in a carry-on, NOT in a checked bag.
Clothing: This is a suggested list. It may or may not be complete
depending on the type of team and the country in which you will be
working. Use this as a basic guide:
___ Beach Footwear
__ Hat for Sun Protection
__ Heavy Gloves (work team)
__ Jacket or Sweater
__ Raincoat/Poncho
__ Sleepwear, Robe
__ Slippers
__ Sturdy Work Shoes
__ Sweater or Jacket (cool areas)
__ Swimsuit (if desired) and Sandals
__ Travel Slippers
__ Underwear
__ Walking Shoes, comfortable
__ Work Clothes
As far as the dress code or clothing, this is what we request:
Sunday (Church)
- Men: dress slacks or khakis for church (no jeans), polo or buttondown
shirt, dress shoes.
- Ladies: a dress or skirt would be best. Please: Modest dress. No
cleavage, no short dresses.
- No shorts
- Lightweight jacket may be needed, as well as an umbrella.
- No camo

Before You Arrive Cont.
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Monday through Thursday (Days of Evangelism)
- Khaki-style pants or jeans. No holes please.
- No shorts
- Polo/golf collared shirts, or plain tee shirts
- Please plan to carry a small compact umbrella and small backpack.
- Comfortable walking shoes for door to door (tennis shoes are fine)
- (Ladies): slacks, jeans or capris. Comfortable and casual blouse,
polo/golf collared shirts, or plain t-shirts. Modest and nothing fancy,
minimal jewelry.
- Lightweight jacket may be needed
- No camo
Friday (Day of Tourism)
- Jeans, polo/golf shirts or plain tee shirts, tennis shoes
- No shorts outside hotel
- Modest and nothing fancy
- Please plan to carry a small compact umbrella.
- Lightweight jacket may be needed
- No camo
Health Information
Refer to the vaccines and medicines listed below and visit your doctor
(ideally 4-6 weeks before your trip) to get vaccines or medicines you
may need.
All travelers should be up to date on routine vaccinations while
traveling to any destination (please refer to
wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/page/routine-vaccines). Some vaccines may
also be required for travel. It is highly recommended to be up to
date on all routine vaccines before you leave. These vaccines
include measles-mumps-rubella (MMR), diphtheria-tetanuspertussis,
varicella (chickenpox), polio, and your yearly flu shot.

Most travelers should get certain vaccines based on where they are
traveling and the possible risks in the country. For your trip to Mexico
please refer to this link
(www.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/mexico).

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Adjusting to Mexico
[Culture Tips, Goals for the Trip, Most Important
Sights to See, What You May Experience, Etc]