Experience a life-changing mission trip to Houston, Texas with It Is Written! This mission trip will focus exclusively on medical outreach. It Is Written will partner with AMEN (Adventist Medical Evangelism Network) and the Texas Conference to conduct a three-day medical clinic prior to a large-scale evangelistic series in Houston, beginning October 1. Each person served at the AMEN clinic will be invited to attend the series and offered Bible studies.

There are two components to this trip:

1. AMEN 3-day medical clinic: A variety of medical professions and skills will be utilized. Physicians, dentists, physical therapists, nurses, technicians, and other medical professionals are needed.

2. Non-medical support: Team members are also needed to assist in various capacities at the clinic.

Register at the AMEN site as they will need a copy of your medical license.

Additional information will be needed as we get closer to the event.

Schedule:

• Tue, September 21 - Arrive in Houston

• Wed, September 22 - Orientation/Setup (8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)

• Thu, September 23 - Clinic (8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)

• Fri, September 24 - Clinic (8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.)

• Sat, September 25 - Worship service, afternoon outreach, and Saturday night social activity

• Sun, September 26 - Clinic (8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.); Clinic tear-down (5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.)

• Mon, September 27 - Depart for home

Population:

Houston: approximately 2.4 million

Greater Houston Metropolitan Area: roughly 7.8 to 7.9 million residents

Climate:

In September, Houston, Texas transitions slowly from peak summer heat into early fall. Average daytime high temperatures drop from about 93°F to 87°F, while overnight lows cool to a more comfortable 72°F. High humidity persists, and the month coincides with the statistical peak of the Atlantic hurricane season.

Time Zone:

During the month of September, Central Daylight Time (CDT, UTC-5) will be in effect.

• 50-100 medical professionals (including medical, dental, vision, and other fields)

• 40-50 non-medical support staff

Please follow these instructions carefully when booking your flight:

1. Your flight should depart from your airport of choice in the U.S. to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) or William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) on Tuesday, September 21, 2027 (unless you arrive early for personal reasons.)

2. Your return flight from IAH or HOU should depart on September 27, 2027 (unless you stay later for personal reasons.)

3. If you plan to arrive early or stay late for personal reasons, you are responsible for all arrangements, accommodations, and expenses. Please notify us if you choose to do so.

4. If you need help booking your flights, you may contact Butler Travel in Oregon. They are an Adventist-owned travel agency that can assist you for a minimal fee. It Is Written is unable to assist with flight bookings. We encourage you to utilize their services for the best prices and flight options.
   

   Their website: Butler Travel

   Phone number: (503) 879-5005

   Office Hours:
   

   Monday-Thursday, 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. PST

   Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. PST

• This mission will require flexibility and sacrifice. Still, we strive to maintain safety and a comfortable and restful experience.

• Accommodations should be arranged at a local hotel and are your responsibility to book and cover. Suggested nearby hotel options will be shared when a venue is finalized.

• Should you wish to have a roommate to reduce your hotel expenses, please contact Tui Silafau at our office, and she can put you in touch with others seeking the same arrangement.

• Local transportation to and from the airport and the clinic will be the responsibility of participants.

• Vegetarian breakfasts and lunches will be provided each day for mission participants. Participants will be responsible for dinners, if desired.

• We are unable to accommodate gluten-free or other similar needs. You are welcome to bring any food items that will meet your needs while there. We encourage you to bring a variety of snacks such as crackers, granola bars, peanut butter, etc. Be sure to pack any liquid items above 3oz in your checked baggage.

• Other details will be shared during scheduled Zoom meetings. We will have at least 3 Zoom meetings before departure. As the time approaches, we will email you with dates and instructions.

$FREE mission fee, excluding airfare, hotel, and local transportation.

Breakfast and lunch each day and travel insurance are provided. You will also receive a custom It Is Written mission trip T-shirt.

Participants are responsible for the cost of accommodations, airfare, local transportation, personal and excursion expenses, meals outside of the clinic dates, and any additional baggage fees. We recommend bringing personal spending cash at your discretion (many participants bring between $100-$200).

Please register with It Is Written and AMEN by September 2, 2027.

If you need an extension due to extenuating circumstances or have any questions, please contact our office.

If you are viewing this after the deadline and are interested in the trip, please call us. There may still be vacancies or a particular skill set needed.

Once you have completed both the AMEN and It Is Written registration, you will receive an email confirmation. We are working on a new processing system, but rest assured that if you submitted your application, we have received it and will be in touch. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office.

If a participant cancels before we have booked and paid for the accommodations, internal flights (where applicable), travel insurance, and meal headcount plans, we will issue a full refund.

If a participant cancels after reservations have been made, we will provide a 25% refund.

Since these factors vary for each trip, please contact our office to discuss the details as soon as possible if you need to cancel.