WDA Philippines Mission Trip 2027
Dates: June 3 – June 18, 2027
Location: Metro Manila + Palawan, Philippines
Estimated Cost: $3,053 Base Cost per person + Airfare*
Interested parties should complete the WDA Mission Trip Screening Form.
Trip Highlights
This trip is designed to capture the heart of the Worldwide Discipleship Association (WDA) ministry in the Philippines, moving from the official “Big Launch” of WDA Philippines in Metro Manila to the deep-relational discipleship in the rural provinces. During the trip, we will experience the Philippines Independence Day cultural celebrations, participate in evangelism and discipleship opportunities, and connect with and encourage pastors and ministries across the region who are ready to launch discipleship in a more meaningful way. There will be hiking involved to reach certain rural areas, and some rest days to enjoy the beach or local towns.
Best For: High-energy, able-bodied travelers passionate about evangelism, discipleship, leadership development, and ministry. Teens welcome.
Location & Safety: The Philippines is a tropical environment. It will be hot & humid. It is a Christian nation with low safety risk.
Guest Capacity: 15 Travelers are invited to accompany us on this trip.
*Base Cost covers the cost of all of the on-the-ground details on the trip, except for personal spending money. Roundtrip Economy Airfare to the Philippines will likely cost between $2,400 – $2,700 depending on the time of booking. Trip participants can be put in touch with WDA’s Travel Agent to complete air travel booking according to their preferences. Trip participants can choose to personally pay WDA for the base cost and can pay the travel agent directly for their flight, or choose to raise support to cover the base cost + airfare through a mission travel account provided by WDA.
Team Leaders:
- Ivan Gervacio, WDA Philippines President/ Director
- Derio Dotosme, WDA Philippines
- Reign Astorga Bucsit, WDA Philippines
- Jen McClin, WDA HQ
- Nate Harkness, WDA HQ
- Richard & Rachel Sharp, Operation Mobilization
Prayer Requests:
- Anointed preparations
- Safe travel
- Good health for the team
- Team unity
- Powerful sense of God’s presence
Trip Itinerary
Itinerary is subject to change.
Depart from USA – June 3 Thursday
Day 1: Arrival in Manila – June 5 Saturday
Day 2: Church Anniversary, Batangas – June 6 Sunday
Day 3: Cultural Immersion (Urban Poor), Manila – June 7 Monday
Day 4-5: Launch of WDA Philippines & Pastors Conference, Manila – June 8-9 Tue-Wed
Day 6: RYH and Life Coaching Focus w/ Local Ministries – June 10 Thu
Day 7: Cultural Immersion (Aeta tribe) & Adopt a Church – June 11 Fri
Day 8: Philippines Independence Day Tour & Flight to Palawan– June 12 Sat
Day 9: Palawan Ministry & Experience – June 13 Sun
Day 10: Team Building and Debrief, Palawan – June 14 Mon
Day 11: Island Fun and Relaxation, Honda Bay – June 15 Tue
Day 12: Discipleship Mission Summit, Palawan – June 16 Wed
Day 13: Down Day & Team Brief, Manila – June 17 Thu
Day 14: Departure Day – June 18 Friday
Trip FORMS & FAQs
All forms must be submitted & total trip balance raised or due 10 days prior to departure. Failure to do so may jeopardize participation on the trip.
Trip Forms
Required Paperwork & Immunizations
- Valid Passport
- Philippines e-travel authorization
- Required Vaccinations: N/A (updated regular vaccines recommended)
- Travel Medical Insurance
Contact trips@disciplebuilding.org with additional questions or interest.