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The Baptist World Alliance, which the Baptist General Convention of Missouri is a member of, will be meeting for its next international gathering this summer in Hawaii. Individuals from the BGCM are planning a trip to the gathering and Missouri Baptists are encouraged to join along.
The BWA's Baptist World Congress occurs every five years as a time of worship, fellowship, and missions for the international Baptist family. This year's gathering will be July 28 - August 1 in Honolulu. For more information about the Baptist World Congress, visit www.bwacongress2010.org.
The trip plans involve individuals leaving from either St. Louis or Kansas City on July 27 and returning on August 3. One day has been built into the trip before the Baptist World Congress begins and one day following its conclusion for personal sight-seeing and other activities. Those who go will stay in the Ala Moana Hotel, which is located across the street from the meeting venue.
The cost of the flights will be $960.00 + tax and fuel surcharge, which is estimated to be $78.95 (subject to change). The flights will be booked through the convention office. A $50.00 deposit per person is required to hold your reservation. The remaining flight payment will be due to the convention by May 28, 2010. The room rate is $179.00 per night double occupancy for six nights. The deadline to reserve your room is April 21, 2010 at 4:00pm EST. However, we expect the rooms to all be taken well before that date. Once you contact the convention to indicate you desire a room, we will provide you with instructions for reserving your room from our BGCM block of rooms online. Each person will be responsible for paying their own hotel bill directly with the hotel. The Ala Moana Hotel adjoins the world-class Ala Moana Shopping Center with over 260 retailers showcasing the finest names in fashion and a delightful array of dining. The 76-acre Ala Moana Beach Park is about two blocks from the hotel. In addition to the flights and hotels, guests will need to complete a registration for the Baptist World Congress directly with the BWA. You may complete your registration at www.bwacongress2010.org. The cost for adults from the USA is $200.00 per person. We are currently negotiating airport transportation to and from the hotel in Hawaii. Each traveler will be responsible for any additional local transportation and all meals.
The Baptist World Congress promises to be an unforgettable time of worship, fellowship, and missions with Baptist brothers and sisters from around the world. Please make plans now to attend. If you have any questions or would like to reserve your spot on this trip, please contact the convention offices at: bettiejo@baptistgcm.org or (888) 420-2426 ext. 701.
