EXPLORE Christar

How does God want to use you in the Great Commission?

Let this weekend experience propel you toward an answer.

Join us September 26-29, 2025 in Dallas for EXPLORE Christar!

This long weekend is designed to help you discover how you fit into God’s plan of salvation for all nations. Through interactive sessions, time with experienced global workers, dynamic group activities and guided reflection, we’ll help you gain clarity about your next step in the Great Commission.

Join us September 26-29, 2025 in Dallas for EXPLORE Christar!

Considering cross-cultural ministry? Come to:

Listen to stories from those who’ve lived overseas and ask questions about cross-cultural ministry.
Work with fellow participants to troubleshoot baffling cross-cultural scenarios.
Discover your best contribution to a team whether abroad or stateside.
Connect deeply with God as you contemplate His heart for all nations.
Learn how Christar serves those who minister in least-reached communities.
Commit to your next step in missions, within Christar or elsewhere.

Are you a pastor or church leader seeking to send well? We invite you to:

Be equipped to cultivate Great Commission participation in your church.
Learn how partnering with Christar can help you effectively and efficiently send members of your congregation to serve in least-reached communities.
Hear how deeply Christar values you and your church as partners.
Get to know other missions-minded church staff and be mutually encouraged.

EXPLORE will also include:

Intentional time with cross-cultural workers
Meal and discussion in the Christar U.S. Director’s home
Interactive team activity
Encouragement and challenge from God’s Word
Reflective individual challenge regarding your best next step
Engaging adult learning style sessions

Considering cross-cultural ministry? Come to:

Listen to stories from those who’ve lived overseas and ask questions about cross-cultural ministry.
Work with fellow participants to troubleshoot baffling cross-cultural scenarios.
Discover your best contribution to a team whether abroad or stateside.
Connect deeply with God as you contemplate His heart for all nations.
Learn how Christar serves those who minister in least-reached communities.
Commit to your next step in missions, within Christar or elsewhere.

Are you a pastor or church leader seeking to send well? We invite you to:

Be equipped to cultivate Great Commission participation in your church.
Learn how partnering with Christar can help you effectively and efficiently send members of your congregation to serve in least-reached communities.
Hear how deeply Christar values you and your church as partners.
Get to know other missions-minded church staff and be mutually encouraged.

EXPLORE will also include:

Intentional time with cross-cultural workers
Meal and discussion in the Christar U.S. Director’s home
Interactive team activity
Encouragement and challenge from God’s Word
Reflective individual challenge regarding your best next step
Engaging adult learning style sessions

Whether you come to explore the possibility of overseas ministry or to connect with others committed to sending well, you’ll be encouraged to pursue your role in God’s redemptive work around the world and challenged to pursue the path on which He is leading you.

Registration Deadline is Sept. 1, 2025

Frequently Asked Questions About EXPLORE

Is this only for those who know they want to serve with Christar?

EXPLORE Christar is for anyone who’s open to being used by God in His global work.

For whom is EXPLORE Christar best suited?

EXPLORE Christar is designed for those over 20 years old interested in serving abroad, candidates applying to serve with Christar and interested church leaders.

What if I’m not sure God is leading me into cross-cultural ministry?

We welcome you! EXPLORE Christar is designed to help you clarify how the Lord is leading you and identify next steps.

When should I arrive/leave?

The event starts promptly on Friday at 4 p.m. and ends after lunch on Monday at 1 p.m. Plan your flights accordingly, including your 30-45-minute trips to/from the Dallas/Ft. Worth International Airport or Love Field Airport.

If I am a possible candidate with Christar, does EXPLORE count toward my orientation to Christar?

Yes. You will have to do a bit of make-up work, but everything you participate in will count toward your pre-field training. We also ask that you consider staying through Monday evening in order to complete interviews Monday afternoon.

What’s the cost?

$500 per person. Ask your church leader(s) if your church might pay this fee.

What’s included in the cost?

Three nights’ lodging, meals and snacks, engaging sessions, activity with Group Dynamix, ethnic restaurant experience, time with overseas workers and more.

Will child care be available?

No, child care will not be provided for this weekend event. For those with children requiring child care and who are more seriously considering Christar, we recommend our weeklong New Personnel Orientation.

Will transportation be available?

Part of your “adventure” is to get yourself between the airport and the hotel and back—just like you will have to figure out how to get around overseas. Once onsite, transportation is provided.