Once an applicant is accepted, the applicant must pay a 2k reservation deposit due no less than six months before the selected dates to arrive. The reservation is non-refundable but can be used as a one-year voucher if a cancellation is made.
Each church must have all individual participants register at least 2 months before arrival. The application will be closed 2 months before arrival.
Each individual participant will be able to drop out from the trip at least 1 month before arrival.
All funds are to be paid in full at least one month before arrival.
There are no refunds after one month before the arrival date.
Cost/Requirements
SEPE International will only receive and manage monies from SEPE International-brokered groups.
SEPE International is unable to receive monies intended for groups brokered by Honduran churches.
Groups can pay by mailing a check.
$725.00 per person for up to 7 nights. The cost for every night after the 7th day is $95.00. This includes housing, 3 meals per day, use of facilities, and transportation to church on Sunday.
SEPE International will handle the funds for meals that are within the program. Meals planned by the group outside of the program will be the group’s responsibility.
Travelers to Honduras or Mexico do not need special documentation other than a U.S. passport valid for at least six months after their arrival.
SEPE International Van Rental
SEPE International can rent out its 15-passenger van for $750 a week for SEPE International-related activities.
The cost for the van and bus for the week is $1455.
Travel
In our proactive efforts to ensure a positive experience and transition to SEPE locations upon entry, please coordinate travel itineraries with the IPC before purchasing airline tickets.
Work/Time in SEPE International
All group participants will be housed in assigned dorm rooms on the SEPE International campus.
Men and women are not to be in each other’s room at any time for any reason.
Couples may stay in a designated room if available.
Quiet hours are between 10:00pm and 7:00am.
Group participants are asked not to hang out/convene in SEPE International common areas after 11pm.
The SEPE International Director will instruct, guide, and coordinate the group.
Meals
General Meal Times (subject to project plan schedule)
Breakfast
7:00am
Lunch
12:00pm
Dinner
6:30pm
Pictures and Media Use
By signing this document, you hereby authorize and provide SEPE International and SEPE permission to take, use, publish, and reproduce photographs, videos, and other images of you for SEPE International records, websites, brochures, group photos, or any other media.
Personal Possessions
Cash and any valuables should be kept locked in your room. The SEPE International office can exchange bills or currency if needed. SEPE International assumes no responsibility for any lost or stolen personal items.
While participating in SEPE International programs, individuals are not permitted to carry or store weapons of any kind. *Exceptions are as follows. Pocket knives with a blade of 4 inches or less are allowed by group members 18 years or older. Machetes can be purchased as souvenirs by group members 18 years or older. If a group member buys a machete, the machete must be kept with the director until the time of departure.
Souvenirs, snacks, etc. are purchased at the participant’s expense.
Personal Appearance and Behavior
All participants must comply with SEPE International’s dress code and code of conduct.
Modesty and Appropriateness: Examples of appropriate clothing: T-shirts, polo shirts, blouses, knee-length skirts, dresses, and long pants. Prohibit: Low-cut tops, crop tops, leggings worn as pants, overly tight clothing, or clothing with inappropriate logos/messages.
Full Coverage: Examples: Wear pajamas or modest lounge clothes if stepping out of your room at night (e.g., for water or a restroom break). Avoid leaving your room in undergarments or sleepwear that does not meet modesty standards.
Shorts Policy: Examples: Knee-length shorts or work-appropriate shorts for outdoor activities, such as construction projects or sports. Prohibit: Short shorts or athletic shorts above mid-thigh. No shorts are to be worn during ministry actives or functions.
SEPE International/staff/missionaries reserve the right to ask any group member to change an article of clothing if they deem it necessary.
While participating with SEPE International, it is not permitted to get any new body piercings, tattoos, or extreme haircuts, i.e. head shaving, hair dyeing, or anything outside of a normal haircut.
Consumption of alcoholic beverages, marijuana, and/or tobacco is prohibited while at SEPE International.
Sexual misconduct is contrary to Christian virtue. It is forbidden, and it is always outside the scope of activities at SEPE International. “Sexual misconduct” is sinful behavior as defined by God’s Word.
Medical Needs
All health/medical needs and expenses while in Honduras are the group member’s responsibility.
Groups are required to carry their own international medical policy. The policy should include emergency medical transport out of the country.
The medical policy will be collected five days before arrival. Group members may not arrive at SEPE without an active international medical insurance policy.
Group leaders are asked to communicate pre-existing medical conditions and any unique medical needs on the team to SEPE International at the time of application or after that, once the need is made known.
Though SEPE International seeks to ensure a safe environment for all, accidents and medical emergencies may occur. Under such circumstances, group members, as with all SEPE International staff, will be dependent upon the healthcare available in the host country of Honduras.
