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Short-Term Mission Trip | Disaster Relief in Kerrville
- Location: Kerrville, Texas
- Dates: March 8–13, 2026
- Cost: $300
This short-term mission trip offers a meaningful opportunity to serve close to home while stepping into the long work of restoration. Come spend your Spring Break in service, partnering with Just Help One, Oak Hills Church’s trusted disaster relief partner, to help rebuild homes in the Kerrville area following the catastrophic flooding on July 4, 2025.
This trip is family-friendly, and families with children ages 7+ are welcome.
What We’ll Be Doing
Our time will be centered on recovery efforts that support families as they rebuild:
- Home rebuilding and repair projects alongside Just Help One
- Hands-on construction support including painting, sheet rocking, and general repairs
- Serving in roles appropriate for all experience levels
- Working as a team in a spirit of humility, flexibility, and care
No construction experience is required. Every task matters. If the spirit is willing, there is meaningful work for everyone.
Trip Details
The team will stay at a campsite in Kerrville for the duration of the trip.
- Dorm-style lodging, with separate accommodations for men and women
- Shared meals and devotional time
- Days spent serving on worksites, returning together each evening
- The cost includes meals, lodging, and all ministry related supplies and costs.
- Participants must provide their own transportation to Kerrville.
About Our Partner: Just Help One
Just Help One is a disaster relief organization committed to long-term recovery, not just immediate response. Their work focuses on walking with communities long after the headlines fade, helping families restore safe and stable homes.
Oak Hills Church has an established partnership with Just Help One, and this trip allows us to serve within a trusted framework that prioritizes dignity, sustainability, and relational care.
You can learn more about their ongoing work at: https://www.justhelpone.net/
Team Commitment & Preparation: All participants are required to Attend a pre-trip preparation team meeting. This meeting will cover expectations, safety, team dynamics, and spiritual preparation so we can serve well together.
Fundraising: When considering the cost of the trip, we encourage all participants to fundraise to make this mission possible. Oak Hills Church will provide a fundraising platform and guidance on effective ways to raise support.
Discounts available for families
Who This Trip Is For
This trip is a great fit for those who:
- Want to spend a break in meaningful service
- Desire to serve in practical, hands-on ways
- Are willing to work hard and live simply for a week
- Are looking for a mission experience that welcomes families and children
Next Steps
If you feel drawn to this opportunity, we invite you to take the next step:
👉 Register now
All those who register must complete the Volunteer Application:
https://www.oakhillschurch.com/stmapplication
For questions please contact OHC Outreach Director Sarah Lyons SarahL@oakhillschurch.com