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The Cult of Mission Trips

Sounds Like A Cult

CHAPTER

Mission Trip Realities

This chapter critically examines the exploitative nature of some mission trips, emphasizing how volunteer satisfaction can overshadow the actual needs of communities. Through personal anecdotes, it discusses the pressure on individuals to share personal stories, potential spiritual manipulation, and the problematic dynamics of missionaries viewing themselves as saviors. Additionally, it reflects on the ethical dilemmas associated with these trips and their implications for both the missionaries and the communities they intend to help.

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