232: Developing Vision for Short-Term Trips with Teens
Jun 3, 2025
In this episode, we explore the unique challenges and opportunities of involving teenagers in short-term missions with Tristan Kruse, who’s spent years walking with youth in this space. From planning and preparation to ethics and discipleship, you’ll hear thoughtful insights on how the Church can steward these experiences well for the good of the teens and the global Church alike.What do you think of this episode?
Tristan Kruse is a husband and father to three beautiful kids. He is currently serving as the National Director for Christar Canada, an organization that focuses on reaching out with the Gospel to those who have yet to hear the good news of Jesus.
He has been active in youth ministry both in Canada and overseas and has a heart to see this next generation equipped to fulfill Christ’s call on their lives, wherever that might be.
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The vision statement referenced at 7:30 —
“We strive to send our youth into the world as missionaries in training, so that they can form a heart for the nations. We see our kids as the future of the Church and we strive to foster in them a love for both local and international ministries.”
Find this episode’s companion resource, “5 Steps For Youth Short-Term Applications,” at globalmissionstoolbox.com.
Connect with Tristan Kruse at tristan.kruse@interlinkmanagement.net.
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