Every time you back out of your driveway, you’re going on a mission trip. God has placed you somewhere strategically to do what you do to glorify Him and to be on mission for Him.
Serving leads to life change, and we believe that every follower of Jesus should be living a on mission in their community, state, nation, and the world.
International Missions
Romania (July 10-18, 2026)
Join us on the Romania mission trip and you’ll have the opportunity to invest in the lives of children through the local community center’s Gypsy kids program. In addition, we’ll engage in general outreach ministry throughout the city of Medgidia, building relationships and sharing Christ’s love in practical ways. This trip is a hands on chance to serve, grow, and see God at work in powerful ways.
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Team Leader: Jason Wiltshire ( )
Doune, Scotland (September 4-12, 2026)
Experience Burnt Hickory’s first mission trip to Scotland! In the charming town of Doune, the team will partner with local churches through community outreach and evangelistic outreach. There is potential for skilled and unskilled construction projects, hosting a community barbecue and a spiritual heritage tour.
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Team Leader: Kimberly Reed ( )
Kenya Fall Break (September 18-26, 2026)
Join us this fall for a life changing mission trip to Kenya, where we'll be hosting a VBS for children and extending much-needed support to widows in the community. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact by sharing the Gospel with the young, and offering compassion and resources to those in need. You will create lasting memories for the children through fun activities, while also bringing hope and sustenance to widows facing challenging circumstances. Come be a part of this life-changing journey, where your presence and efforts can bring about life change.
Cost: Estimated $2400
Team Leader: Curt and Donna Bonacci ( )
Kenya winter Break (february 12-20, 2027)
Join us for a life changing mission trip to Nairobi, Kenya, where you'll spread the Gospel and serve alongside local children and families through VBS activities, deliver food and hope to widows in Kibera, and provide new shoes to children in need. This journey is about genuine connection while sharing Christ's love transforms your own heart.
Cost: Estimated $2400
Team Leader: Brad and Lisa Harper (
Doune, Scotland (March 19-26, 2027)
Be part of Easter transformation in Scotland. Join us the week before Easter 2027 as we partner with local churches to share Christ's love through community outreach. Your heart will be changed as much as the lives you touch.
Cost: Estimated $2600
Contact: Kimberly Reed ( )
National Missions
Trailways Camp for special needs adults (October 10-16, 2026)
Join us as we serve at Trailways Camp in LaBelle, Florida. Trailways Camp enables adults with special needs, and those who care for them, to grow their social, emotional and spiritual relationships. This team will be assisting camp staff with daily activities such as arts and crafts, horseback riding, fishing, and camp parties. This trip is for those who have a heart for adults with special needs and are ready to serve this amazing population to share the love of Jesus!
Cost: Estimated $1100
Team Leader: Gayle Evans ( )
Local Missions
Cobb County, Paulding County, and the greater Atlanta metro area is a beautiful place to live and do life with others. Many people in our own community have needs that are going unmet because they do not have anyone who can help meet their need. You or your LifeGroup may be just the ones to help these people, all while showing them the love of Jesus Christ. We have planted our lives in this community, so let’s be the ones that make a difference in our community and with our neighbors.
See below for a list of our Local Mission partners and find out where you can help meet the needs of those in your community.
Calvary Children’s Home is a home for “children needing placement apart from parents.” Volunteers can serve as mentors in various school subjects, groups to help provide and cook items for weekday dinner meals as well as groups to take on “fix-up” projects. To find out how you can assist, contact Calvary at (770) 794-1500 or e-mail
. First Care Women’s Clinic is a pregnancy center in Marietta that helps women in crisis and saves lives of the unborn. Volunteers can help sort donated supplies and clothing; qualified persons can assist with counseling. Contact the CPS office at 770-590-9361. Crafting Ministry is creating several craft/sewing projects to send into the mission field as well as help fill Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes. Craft/Sewing times are Thursdays, 10-12 pm. Contact Elaine Smith (
). Kimberly Personal Care is an outreach ministry that provides biweekly worship services for residents at Kimberly Personal Care in Dallas on Saturdays. To help, contact Jim Chester
. Operation Christmas Child is a seasonal outreach opportunity that offers opportunities for volunteer individuals, families or LifeGroups during the months of October and November to help reach the families of needy children worldwide with the love of Christ during the Christmas season. Volunteers pack and collect shoeboxes for delivery by Samaritan’s Purse or help in a processing center. Contact Mariea Brown at
or 770-715-1870. Paulding Pregnancy Services in Paulding County helps women in crisis and saves lives. PPS needs volunteers to help counsel or sort baby supplies at their Hiram location. Contact Mary Ellen Lamb,
Shepherd’s Rest Ministries in Dallas operates a safe-house for battered women children and needs volunteers to help with transporting residents for job searches and doctor appointments. Contact Shepherd's Rest at
. The Table on Delk in Marietta ministers to the homeless women and children living in hotels along the Delk Road corridor who are currently, or at risk of, being sexually exploited. They provide a meal and a safe, peaceful place for them to hang out and get connected to resources that they might not know about. Contact Tina Williford at
. Victoria’s Friends is an outreach ministry that helps change the lives of women working in adult entertainment clubs. Volunteers have opportunities to help create “Baskets of Love” baskets as a ministry tool for the team that makes these visits Baskets are made 2-3 times a year but donations are welcome anytime. Contact Victoria's Friends at
.Ongoing Local Opportunities
Community Volunteer Directory