ADVANCE
Advance Teams are short-term, cross-cultural trips designed for student and ministry groups to engage the global refugee crisis while tracing the story of the early church. Over 10–14 days in Athens, Greece, participants experience hands-on exposure to missions and gain a vision for how God is moving among the nations.
HIGH SCHOOL GROUPS
Ideal for juniors and seniors (ages 16+). Leaders can bring their student groups for a transformational summer trip.
COLLEGE GROUPS
College pastors and campus leaders can bring teams of students to serve and learn together.
INDIVIDUALS
Students and young adults ages 18–25 can sign up on their own and be placed on a Nextwave team.
WHO CAN JOIN?
*Group leaders and pastors: Reserve a spot for your team through our interest form.
*High school or college students: Fill out an individual application form to join a team this summer.
WHY JOIN AN ADVANCE TEAM?
EQUIP THE NEXT GENERATION
Youth leaders and college pastors can help their students grow in maturity, leadership, and passion for the Gospel.
SEE THE GOSPEL IN MOTION
Step into a story that connects the book of Acts with the modern refugee movement.
EXPERIENCE DEEP FORMATION
Students grow not just in knowledge but in faith, courage, and cultural awareness.
CATCH A VISION
These trips are about more than service—they’re about exposure. Students gain a global perspective and return with a clearer sense of how God might use them.
Next Steps
Individuals:
Fill out the Advance Team Application Form to be considered for the next team.
Group Leaders:
Reserve a summer slot for your student group today. A Nextwave staff member will connect with you to walk through logistics.