A UPTE mission at Refuge Christian Fellowship. Andrew and Chantel work with Nexus International and the Wilderness Ministry Institute.
Underwoods with Nexus International
Current Projects & Needs
The aim of this document is to help the supporting friends, families and church communities stay up to date on the specific needs we have for our ministry and family. If you would like to contribute to a project or need, scroll to the bottom of the last page or reach out to us with questions.
We are so thankful for the support, prayer and friendship that you so consistently give, we always go further together!
Immediate Projects / Trips
We need to have 5-8 trips covered each year, sometimes more. Our desire is to help our supporters be really connected with what is going on in each area and how they can pray for, support and care for the leaders there. Most of these locations represent long-term relationships that will return each year and maintained throughout the year.
Each trip is budgeted to cover flights, food, lodging and other costs of the trip including the needed resources for the work we are doing there. Current annual travel need is ~$20,000
*PAST* Trip to Bulgaria/Romania; August 2022 - (100% Covered)
Relationship building with a local youth leader and training with leaders in Eastern Europe.
Trip to Mauritius; November/December 2022 - ( $0 of $3,500 covered )
Support & training for a couple of leaders who are growing in their desire and ability to lead disciple-making movements in the small island nation.
Trip to Colorado/ Staff Meetings; Jan 2023 - ($0 of $1000 covered)
Trip to India; Jan/Feb 2023 - ($0 of $3,250 covered)
Exposure WMI Training with a small group of key leaders
Trips in the Works
Honduras; Spring 2023 - ($0 of $1,500 covered)
South Dakota; Spring 2023 - ($750)
Romania; Spring 2023 - ($0 of $3000 covered)
Finland; Summer 2023 - ( $0 of $2,500 covered)
Ecuador; 2023 - ($0 of $1500 covered)
Mauritius; Fall 2023 - ($0 of $3,500 covered)
Colorado; September 2023 - ($0 of $1200 covered)
** We are praying for a small team of folks (3-5ppl) who can commit to $2500-$5000/year to help us sustainably cover all of the travel needs throughout the year.
Personal / Family Needs
Grow our monthly support - ($375 of $1,200/month committed)
This is the critical base of our support; Funding all of our salary, admin, insurance and ministry supply needs. This amount shows our current need for growth over the next year.
Ministry Resources, Assets & Training
Wilderness Ministry Equipment/Gear - $2,500
For leading groups and equipping youth leaders with the gear they need.
Long Term Projects, Goals
Masters Program @ Regent College; Vancouver BC - $25,000 (approx. $700/month for 3yrs)
This will provide Andrew with valuable theological, leadership and ministry training to elevate his ability to equip pastors, church leaders and students for the work of youth discipleship. Program is a 3 year, remote learning, cohort program; cost is estimated total with books, occasional travel, lodging and tuition included. The cost would be spread out over the three years.
How to Donate?
Send a Check:
To: NEXUS INTERNATIONAL
PO BOX 3885
Centennial, CO 80161
Memo: Andrew & Chantel Underwood
Online Donation:
www.nexusinternational.org/support
Select: Andrew & Chantel Underwood
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