student manual

IRIS GLOBAL
Harvest School of Missions
STUDENT MANUAL
HS 25, October 2016
CONTENTS
GETTING STARTED VISA PROCESS
EXTENDED OUTREACH
REQUIRED READING LIST
TUITION & REFUNDS FOOTWEAR
HOTELS, AIRPORTS & SAFETY
FLIGHTS
HOTEL OPTIONS
PASSPORT INFORMATION
VACCINATIONS
MALARIA
WATER & ELECTRICITY
MEDICAL INSURANCE
PACKING
FIRST AID & MEDICATIONS
ID REQUIREMENTS
GIVING
SAFETY
HOUSING
COMMUNICATION
OVERNIGHT OUTREACH
INTERNET & PHONES
ATTENTION:
BECAUSE OF THE UNPREDICTABILITY OF
CHANGING VISA & IMMGRATION POLICIES ,
PLEASE BE AWARE THAT SCHOOL LOCATION
AND TRAVEL PLANS MAY BE SUBJECT TO LAST
MINUTE CHANGES .
CULTURAL CONSIDERATIONS
DONATIONS
TRANSIT VISA
CLOTHING GUIDELINES
LONG TERM OPPORTUNITIES
BANKING & EXPENSES
Student Manual HS25
Updated May 2016
A WORD FROM THE ADMINISTRATIVE DIRECTORS
My Dear Students,
I have spent the day with my love
Jesus, in my bedroom. I will share a
portion from my journal from this
time because it is for you too. I wrote
these things down as I was
experiencing them. I felt like He's
speaking and showing me such
beautiful things.
"My plans for you have never
changed. No circumstance can
change my plans for you. They are
secure. I am welcoming you into My
house - everything I have is yours –
every room, every chamber, every
golden object, every provision. My
table - not another table - is your
table. You sit at My table with me. I'm
Pictured above: Rolland & Heidi with Tony & Pamela Maxwell
inviting you in - not as a guest, but as
an heir. Every beautiful picture on the
wall, everything in the kitchen, every golden object of splendor...the healing, the prophetic, the
anointing, the deliverance...they're not only for the high-ups, the select few. They are ALL for you fully, full measure, no holding back, unlimited measure. My plans have not changed for you; My place
has not changed for you.
(I have taken in my daughter's three cats as she was getting married.)
You have offered the new cats a secure, warm, nourishing home, but they have run off scared to shiver
in the woods. They sneak back at night to steal a bit of food and run away scared. They don't
understand your love and desire to provide a home for them. So come, My daughter, My son. It is the
Father's desire to give you the kingdom - full ownership, quiet rest, secure belonging, abundant
provision, your own place by My side. Come - I hold the door open to welcome you in - to welcome
you home - eager to give you everything - your full inheritance, My glory, My all..."
Oh Jesus, my love, I am blown away by your intimate love, your desire to have me so close to you. I
come not just onto your property to hear about your stories and songs for us. I must have more. I don’t
come into your yard just so I can see you from afar. I must be closer. I climb upon your porch where I
can see your radiance shining beyond the door. My soul pants for you. I enter in and cross the
threshold with all my bags like a son coming home for good. I run into your welcome, your embrace,
your heart. I have found my place, I am home at last. I walk with you into every room, beholding,
touching every beautiful object. I sit at the long table with You to enjoy the feast You have provided
for me. I walk into a room I've never been in before. The walls are covered with promises. You say
these are for me and ask me if I am willing to carry them. I lay on the big rug on the floor and hold my
arms open and say Yes as tears roll down my face. The promises fly off the walls and fill my heart and
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become part of me. I am changed, my whole perspective of
myself. I arise changed - a son, filled with His fullness,
knowing who I am and what I carry. Somehow now I know
the home is not just a dwelling place, a place of rest and refuge,
but a command post where I will come in and out and do
exploits for my King."
My dear Students, you are His cherished ones! Everything He
has is for YOU! It is the Father's pleasure to give YOU the
kingdom!!! His plans have not changed for YOU! Every
promise you have ever heard from Him is for YOU!
Pour out upon these, Papa, their full inheritance, the Holy
Spirit without measure, anointing to break every yoke, love
that shatters every stronghold, your perfect peace that casts
out all fear.
The word I keep hearing from the Lord for you is: "COME".
Come into the secret place of the Most High.
Come up to Me on the mountain and stay here.
Come let us meet together.
Come meet with Me face-to-face.
Come and behold Me.
Come with your burdens, your cares, your hurts, your
fears.
Come to Me all who are weary.
Come into the arms of the Almighty, the Lover of your
soul, your Beloved.
Come all who are thirsty.
Come and drink of My waters.
Come and see, come and taste, come near.
Come into My fullness for I have so much more for you.
Come up to My altar and lay down your life.
Come follow Me.
Come to My table.
Come into My garden.
Come out to the tent of meeting.
Come into the sanctuary.
Come and enter my rest.
Come and be filled to the measure of the fullness of God.
Come and carry My heart, My life, My love, My glory to the ends of the earth.
COME.
May you rest in His peace and dance in His joy as you enter into this marvelous journey!
Much Love and Blessings,
Pamela Maxwell
Administrative Director
Iris Harvest School of Missions
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GETTING STARTED
AKA - I’M ACCEPTED.
NOW WHAT?
First things first – if you haven’t already gotten excited – do so! Secondly – read the ENTIRE Student
Manual – it is FULL of useful and helpful information to help you along your journey to Pemba. And
yes, there will be a test on this book! ;o)
Upon acceptance, there are several things that need to happen. This list will help you know what
steps to take next:
1. The very first responsibility you will undertake as a student is reading this manual in its
entirety. It’s not only full of helpful information – it’s also a requirement and is not an
optional part of your participation. Those who have not read this manual will not receive the
letter of invitation required to apply for a visa. (Your letter of acceptance does not count as a
letter of invite.)
2. Pay your $200 tuition deposit within 10 days of acceptance. We cannot hold your place in the
school until this is completed. (https://www.irisglobal.org/giving-center/harvest). After
making the payment, email tuition@irisglobal.org to confirm your payment has been made.
3. Join Harvest School 25 Facebook group to chat with staff and other students at this link:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1338680172813682/
4. Get started reading the required books. They are also available on Kindle.
5. Read outreach options and email your outreach choice and application to Anna Akehurst at
AnnaAkehurst@irisglobal.org
6. To gain access to your letter of invitation, please follow instructions on page 18 of this manual.
7. Find the Mozambican Embassy nearest to
you to apply for a visa.
8. Purchase flights
9. Purchase medical insurance and email your
insurance policy to hsadmin@irisglobal.org
10. Email your arrival information: name,
airline carrier and time of arrival to
hsadmin@irisglobal.org
11. Login: https://www.irisglobal.org/harvest/register/HS25/ Complete the form for your passport,
visa, insurance, malaria medicine, flight information and other items. Please also go to the upload page
and upload a copy your passport, visa and liability form.
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HARVEST SCHOOL 2016 DATES
School HS25: October 10th – December 6th, 2016
Tuition: $3500 USD includes $200 non-refundable application
processing fee. This non-refundable deposit must be paid
within 10 days after receiving your acceptance letter.
September 5th, 2016 – All tuition & outreach fees* are due
November 1st, 2016 - Last date to make outreach changes
Arrival Dates: October 6th – October 9th
October 10th – FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
Departure Dates: December 8th - 9th
(All students must arrive and depart between these dates.)
* Not all outreaches can be paid online. Please contact
AnnaAkehurst@irisglobal.org for information on how to pay your
outreach fees.
Graduation
Requirements
Students must attend
all core classes and at
least 80% of all other
classroom activities.
Students who
habitually do not
attend classes will be
asked to leave the
Missions School at
their own expense and
no refunds will be
given.
EXTENDED OUTREACH OPTIONS
(Extended outreaches go to different locations, local and international, after the
school is completed)
Locations: Locations are not limited to the bush-bush of
Mozambique, but will be throughout the world. Locations are listed
in the Extended Outreach Summary Letter you receive with your
acceptance materials.
Costs: Cost will vary with each location. These outreach locations may
change due to the instabilities in the political climates.
Where to find this information: Further information on outreach
locations and costs can be found in the documents on your HS25
account. This information will also be added to the Harvest School
Facebook page.
Students going on international outreaches will leave for home
from their outreach locations and will not return to Pemba. More
specific information and instructions are in the Extended
Outreach Letter. Please do not book your tickets at this time.
PARTICIPATION
REQUIREMENTS
Students must attend
their scheduled
weekend outreaches,
participate in
scheduled home
groups and complete
all assigned work
duties to be
considered a graduate
of the Harvest
Missions School.
PLEASE NOTE: Should you not be approved for outreach, but
have already booked your flights, it will be your responsibility to
change your flight to leave 2-3 days after graduation at your own
cost. If you are accepted for outreach and decide not to go, you will
be responsible to re-schedule your plane ticket to leave 2-3 days
after graduation. You cannot stay on base after this time if you are
not going on outreach. For most, the airline would assess a schedule
change fee. Be sure to check out the amount of the fee and make
provision for its payment from Mozambique.
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REQUIRED READING LIST
We highly recommend that you purchase your books early and read them before leaving. The schedule is very full in
Pemba and it is difficult to find time to read the books while you are there. The required reading list is part of the prerequisites to graduate from the Iris Harvest School of Missions. There will also be a few articles sent through email for
you to read.
All of the books on the list can be purchased through any bookstore and most can be downloaded through on a kindle,
iPad or other notepad that supports electronic books.
PLEASE NOTE: Students who do not complete all of the graduation, participation and reading requirements will not receive
a certificate of graduation, but a certificate of attendance to Iris Harvest School. Also note that students must fulfill all
requirements for graduation, participation & reading requirements from the Harvest School to apply for long-term missions
with Iris Ministries.
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Baker, Heidi. Birthing the Miraculous. (Florida: USA: Charisma House, 2014) ISBN: 978-1-62136-219-7
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Baker, Heidi & Pradhan, Shara. Compelled by Love. (Florida, USA: Charisma House,2008). ISBN 978-1-59979351-1
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Baker, H.A. Visions Beyond the Veil. (Kent, UK: Sovereign World, 2001) ISBN: 1-85240-278-4
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Baker, Rolland and Heidi. There Is Always Enough (Kent, UK: Sovereign World, 2003). ISBN 1-85240-287-3.
The book has also been published under the title Always Enough (Chosen Books, 2003). ISBN 0-80079-361-7
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Baker, Rolland and Heidi. Core values at IRIS: simple, controversial and not optional! URL
http://www.irisglobal.org/news/newsletters/view/core-values-at-iris
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Baker, Rolland. Keeping the Fire: Sustaining Revival through Love: The Five Core Values of Iris Global. (Kent, UK:
River Publishing and Media Ltd, 2015). eISBN 978-1-908393-55-5.
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Edwards, Gene. 100 Days in the Secret Place. (Shippensburg, PA: Destiny Publishers Inc., 2001). ISBN 978-07684-9999-5.
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Fee, Gordon and Stuart, Douglas. How to Read the Bible for All its Worth. (Grand Rapids, Michigan;
Zondervan 2003). 3rd Edition. ISBN-10: 0310246040 ISBN-13: 978-0310246046
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Kaahanui, Linda Baker. Every Good Gift: Sufficient Grace in Time of Need. Fort Washington, PA: Christian
Literature Crusade, 1988. ISBN 10: 0875086357 ISBN 13: 9780875086354 (http://www.irisglobal.org/store
to purchase)
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Lingenfelter, Sherwood, G. & Marvin K. Mayers. Ministering Cross-Culturally: An Incarnational Model for
Personal Relationships. (Grand Rapids, Michigan: Baker Books,1986; reprinted 2001). ISBN 0-8010-5632-2
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Porete, Marguerite trans. Ellen L. Babinsky. The Mirror of Simple Souls. (New York, NY: Paulist Press, 1993).
ISBN 0-8091-3427-6.
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Sithole, Surpise. Voice in the Night. (See www.irismin.org to purchase). Disciple of Jesus Christ, (Milton
Keynes, England: Armour Publishing, 2005). ISBN-13: 978-981-4138-55-0
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Tari, Mel. Like a Mighty Wind. (USA: New Leaf Press, 2001). First printed 1971. ISBN 0-89221-123-7
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The New Testament
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RESEARCH
ASSIGNMENT
Students will need to
have researched the
life of at least two
missionaries in order
to participate in one of
the assignments given
in Pemba. Please use
reliable sources for
your information and
avoid books and
websites that do not
have credible
information.
RECOMMENDED
READING
This list is only to
share the books that
Rolland and Heidi
recommend for those
who are interested in
further reading.
These books have
impacted them in
their journey of
missions and faith.
These books are only
recommendations,
and are not a
requirement for
graduation.
School of Missions
Research assignment
Students will be asked to work with their weekend outreach group to
perform a drama on the life of a missionary. Please research a minimum
of two missionaries whose stories have impacted you and write down
pivotal moments through their lives. Consider the major influences in
their lives, their struggles, their triumphs and their legacy.
Recommended
p Baker, Rolland & Heidi. The Hungry Always Get Fed. (Also
been published under the title Expecting Miracle)
p Baker, Rolland & Heidi. Reckless Devotion.
p Baker, Rolland. Toward a Biblical Strategy of Missions: The
Effects of the Five Christian Core Values of Iris Global. 2013.
PhD. Dissertation. http://irisglobal.org/pdf/Rolland-Towarda-Biblical-Strategy-of-Mission.pdf
p Brown, Michael. Hyper-Grace; Exposing the Dangers of the Modern
Grace Message.
p Foster, Richard J. Prayer: Finding the Heart's True Home.
p Fee, Gordon D. God's Empowering Presence: The Holy Spirit in
the Letters of Paul.
p Grubb, Norman. Rees Howells: Intercessor.
p Johnson, Bill. When Heaven Invades Earth: A Practical Guide
to a Life of Miracles.
p McClymond, Michael J. & McDermott, Gerald R. The
Theology of Jonathan Edwards.
p McGrath, Alister E. Historical Theology: An Introduction to the
History of Christian Thought.
p Pullinger, Jackie. Chasing The Dragon.
p Richardson, Don. Peace Child.
p Smith, Duncan. Consumed by Love.
p Thomas, James H. and Bunyan, John. Pilgrim’s Progress in
Today’s English.
p Thompson, Phyllis. Sadhu Sundar Singh: A Biography of the
Remarkable Indian Disciple of Jesus Christ.
p Vallotton, Kris. Purity: The New Moral Revolution.
EMERGENCY NUMBER
+258-86-290-7365
THIS IS THE NUMBER YOU CAN GIVE YOU TO YOUR FAMILY MEMBERS IN CASE OF
EMERGENCY. PLEASE ALSO CARRY THIS NUMBER WITH YOU AS A TRAVEL TO
COMMUNICATE BY TALK OR TEXT IF YOUR ARRIVAL IS DELAYED. NOTE: THIS NUMBER
WILL NOT BECOME ACTIVE UNTIL SEPTEMBER 18. UNTIL THEN PLEASE CONTACT
SCHOOL@IRISGLOBAL.ORG
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TUITION & PAYMENT OPTIONS
By now you will have paid, or are getting ready
to pay your $200 deposit and will soon be on
your way to paying your tuition fees.
Please remember that the deposit holds your
place in the school. Each applicant (excluding
children 0-5) must pay the tuition deposit. This
is necessary to hold your place in the school.
Deposit fees are NON-REFUNDABLE if you
should decide to withdraw.
Cost:
Adults & Youth:
Children 6-12:
Children 0 – 5:
$3500
$1750
FREE
Fees for HS25 are due by September 5th, 2016
Your deposit, tuition and outreach fees can all
be paid with the options below.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
(payments made with non USD should be calculated
based on that days exchange rate)
Check or Money Order: Must be payable in US
dollars to Iris Global and mailed to:
Iris Global Missions School
PO Box 493995
Redding, CA 96049-3995
Include a note with the check or money order
that the payment is for HS25 and whether it is
for tuition, deposit, or approved extended
outreach.
Credit Card Payment: Go to tuition on the
school website or click this link directly to our
tuition page:
http://www.irisglobal.org/missions/harvest/t
uition
Then under Credit Card Payments click “Click
here to pay online”. Payments can be made all
at once or a little at a time. Be sure to fill in the
information with your name. Let us know if it is
deposit, tuition or extended outreach payment.
You can see the history of payments in your account
by logging in, clicking on Account in the upper right hand
corner, then clicking on the Giving link
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Wire Transfer: Please send an email to
tuition@irisglobal.org requesting wire transfer
information. We will send you the instructions by
return email. For security reasons we cannot include
wire transfer instructions here.
Be aware that there are additional fees for wire
transfers. Typical fees are:
1. INTERNATIONAL: Sending Bank Fee + $20
2. DOMESTIC: Sending Bank Fee + $10
Example: If your sending bank charges $30 for an
outgoing wire transfer, then add $20 for a total of $50.
Therefore if your payment is $3,200, then your total
wire transfer amount would be $3,250.
After Making ANY Payment: send an email to
tuition@irisglobal.org to notify our accounting
department of your payment. In the body of this email
include the following information:
a. Your full name
b. Your address
c. Your email
d. State if the payment is for tuition, deposit, or
outreach and include the code for the outreach
e. Include the details of how payment was made,
including any transaction numbers, special
information or name of the sending bank
A receipt will be issued for your payment after it has
been fully processed. This can sometimes take a few
weeks, so please be patient. Our accounting
department works hard to make sure everyone is
attended to.
UNACCEPTABLE PAYMENT METHODS
1. DIRECT DEPOSITS to our Iris Ministries bank
account are not accepted. This is because there is
no way to identify who made the deposit.
2. CASH PAYMENT & CHECKS HAND-CARRIED
TO PEMBA FOR TUITION will NOT be accepted.
(the only exception to this will be to settle small (less than
$50) under-payments due to miscalculation of transaction
fees and preapproved exceptions for students coming from
countries where other pre-payment methods are not possible.
Fees for certain outreaches will be paid in cash in Pemba.)
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REFUNDS &
PAYMENTS MADE ON BEHALF OF STUDENTS
WITHDRAWALS BEFORE
SCHOOL STARTS: If certain
circumstances prohibit students
from attending the school, tuition
fees will be refunded LESS the
amount of the tuition deposit AND
any transaction fees related to the
refund.
OUTREACH FEES: If a student is
not permitted or is not able to
attend an outreach, a full refund of
the outreach portion of the tuition
fees will be made by one of the
payment methods listed above.
Certain outreaches can not be paid
for online. Please email
AnnaAkehurst@irisglobal.org for
instructions.
We must be notified of the
decision to not attend an
outreach by November 1st, 2016 in
order for a refund to be issued.
If expenses have already been
incurred on the student's behalf,
then that portion of the outreach
fee may not be refundable. Final
determination will rest with the
school administration.
EARLY DEPARTURES: We regret
to inform you that we cannot give
refunds to any student who leaves
early from the Iris Harvest School
of Missions for any reasons.
UNDER/OVER PAYMENTS: Underpayments not exceeding $50 can
be settled in cash on arrival in
Pemba. Overpayments should be
avoided if possible, and cannot be
collected upon arrival in Pemba.
Payments can also be made for
you by others, using the same
options listed above. However be
sure to inform anyone making a
payment on your behalf to include
the following:
-
full name of the student
school tuition, or outreach
code
transaction details (any
transaction numbers or
special information, name of
sending bank)
We suggest asking your current
church to collect money on your
behalf, or utilizing the services of
a missions agency that may
charge a small fee to help you
with the process. Both of these
options will allow for a tax
deductible receipt to be given to
those who would like to support
you.
Tuition & Outreach payments are
due by September 5th, 2016. All
tuition correspondence goes to
tuiton@irisglobal.org
Please do not come “in faith” without your fees for the school being fully paid. We believe the Lord
understands deadlines, so if He has not supplied in time, we won’t contradict Him by accepting you without
your finances being in order. We need to know one month prior to arrival if you are not able to attend as we
usually have a waiting list of people wanting to come.
TUITION COST COVERS:
NOT INCLUDED IN TUITION:
Ø Communal housing
Ø Basic African cuisine of three
meals daily (mostly bread,
rice, beans, or fish)
Ø Weekend outreach
transportation
Ø Electricity costs
Ø Running water costs
Ø
Ø
Ø
Ø
Ø
Ø
Ø
Ø
SUPPORT DONATIONS AND
TUITION PAYMENTS ARE NOT TAX
DEDUCTIBLE
Airfare
Visa
Toiletries
Personal spending money
Medical/travel insurance
Extra snacks/treats
Drinking water
Extended Outreach costs &
flights
Ø $50 key deposit due on
arrival
Ø Color Group dinners and
meals outside the base
You can see the
history of payments
in your account
by logging in,
clicking on
“Account” in the
upper right hand
corner, then click on
the “Giving” link
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TRUSTED TRAVEL AGENCIES
We have two excellent International travel agents
who have worked with us for several years to help
students find their way to Pemba.
The first is Shelly Prosch and she is based in the
United States. She has booked the tickets
for Rolland & Heidi, our guest speakers, and
students for many years. You may contact her via
email at shellyprosch@msn.com. She is also able to
book international flights to Africa via e-tickets
(electronic tickets which do not require paper
tickets) for our non-US international students.
Outreaches requiring air travel MUST book their
entire journey with Shelly. Do not book your
flights until you know you are accepted into your
chosen outreach. Shelly can book your tickets from
Home to Pemba to Extended Outreach and back
Home again.
For many students, this is the first time travelling
internationally. Shelly and Raptim Travel will take the
time to explain your options. Please make sure you are
covered with travel insurance, as the small fee will
enable you to change or cancel flights should you find
yourself having to change your plans.
Flying to Pemba, Mozambique
Raptim Travel is a Travel agency located in
Abbotsford, British Columbia and has been
serving the travel needs of the Missionary/
Humanitarian market since 1971. Raptim Travel
has been able to maintain and grow unique
arrangements/contracts with the airlines to allow
for special fares around the world when travelling
as a missionary or humanitarian. They work with
travelers in the USA, Canada and throughout the
world.
Two agents are assigned to work with the Harvest
students and they will research the best fares for
your travel and provide you with several options.
Based on your travel request you may be offered a
combination with a humanitarian/missionary
ticket alongside a published fare.
While some of these fares offer flexibility with
lower cancellation/change penalties together with
the ability to hold space while fundraising, it is
important to read what has been offered as Raptim
Travel will give you several options. Some fares
are more restrictive than others. This will be
explained in your quote but should you need
further details, please don’t hesitate to ask.
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Please send your request with your name as it
appears in your passport along with your date of
birth, to the email set up specifically for Harvest
School students: wecare.na@raptim.org Please
also feel free to call them at 1.800.667.5559 to speak
to an agent.
ALTHOUGH BOTH SHELLY AND RAPTIM TRAVEL
WILL DO ALL POSSIBLE TO AVOID FORCED
OVERNIGHTS, SOMETIMES IT IS UNAVOIDABLE,
ESPECIALLY WHEN BOOKING LAST MINUTE.
PLEASE CONTACT THEM EARLY IN YOUR PROCESS
TO ENSURE THEY CAN PROVIDE SEVERAL
OPTIONS.
When communicating with Shelly or Robin, please
be sure to tell them your departure city and your
arrival city, which of course, will be Pemba. Please
read the itinerary carefully before finalizing it with
any travel agency, and note the policies on change
fees, cancellation fees etc.
NOTE: If you are under 18 you will need your
birth certificate to transit through South Africa.
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Before You Fly: Vital Passport Information
Your passport will be one of the most important items you
take with you when you travel, it is imperative that you
ensure that your passport has 6 months remaining validity
upon your return. Occasionally people are denied a visa or
access to a country if their passport is not valid for 6 months
after the return to your homeland. If your passport expires
before February of next year – it will be important to renew
your passport before applying for your visa or booking your
flights.
Before you apply for a visa or
purchase a flight, follow the
important instructions regarding
passport information.
Also be sure that your passport has 3 free pages remaining, as
having less than 3 free pages can cause problems when
traveling. We have had students denied passage at the
boarding gate because they have had less than 3 free pages
available for stamps/visas. Please renew your passport or get
pages amended (if your country allows) if you do not have
the necessary number of free pages available. (free pages
means pages with no stamps or visas).
Flights to Pemba
There are 3 common ways to fly into Pemba,
Mozambique; through Johannesburg (South
Africa), through Nairobi (Kenya), and through
Dar es Salaam (Tanzania). If you are not
attending an extended outreach – you are free to
book your flights through our suggested travel
agents, or online if you choose.
KEEP IN MIND THAT WHEN TRANSFERING TO ANOTHER
AIRLINE – YOU WILL NEED A MINIMUM OF 2 HOURS TO
ENSURE YOU MAKE THE CONNECTING FLIGHT.
Sometimes when traveling internationally, you
will need to pick up your luggage at your
transfer point, then check back in at a new
airline. Please confirm when checking in at the
airport of origin if your luggage is being checked
all the way through, or if you will need to pick
up your baggage at a transfer point and check it
back in with a new airline.
When traveling through Dar es Salaam, you will
need to leave the secure area to get your luggage
and check back in on LAM. This often results in
a fee of $50-$100 USD for an entry visa fee to go
through customs to get your luggage. Please ensure
you have at least $100 USD for this extra expense
should this situation occur.
IRIS has a corporate frequent flyer status with LAM
and the number is FC000097MAI. When booking
your flights, use this number, or bring it with you to
give to the airline at the check in counter – as it often
will permit 10-15 extra kilos of weight at no extra
charge.
Please Note: If you are flying on LAM through
Johannesburg and you book the flight on your own –
you will need to be sure you have booked a flight all
the way to Pemba (airport code POL), as previously
students have purchased flights only to Maputo and
have been stranded in Maputo trying to find flights.
NOTARIZING DOCUMENTS
FOR STUDENTS IN EUROPE, AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND,
NOTARIZATION OF THE LIABILITY FORM IS EXTREMELY
EXPENSIVE. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE ACCESS TO AN INEXPENSIVE
NOTARY PUBLIC, THEN YOU WILL GET YOUR DOCUMENTS
NOTARIZED IN PEMBA AT THE COST OF $1 USD PER PAGE.
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South African Airlines also flies
to Pemba and does have
partnerships with other airlines,
so it is possible your luggage
can be checked through to
Pemba. If you have an
overnight stay in a city while
waiting for a flight to Pemba, it
is not recommended to leave
your luggage with the airline
overnight.
South African Airways also flies
directly to Pemba from
Johannesburg with no stops in
between. This sometimes makes
the flight more expensive than
LAM.
The inter-Africa leg is very
expensive compared to a transcontinental flight. Prices vary
from $500 - $1000 USD for the
round- trip ticket to Pemba
when flying from another city in
Africa. In total you can pay
from anywhere to $2000-$3500
USD for a return ticket from
your homeland to Pemba,
depending on the place of
origin.
We recommend that you
purchase Travel Insurance when
booking your flight. Travel
insurance covers the costs
associated with your trip – such
as flight cancellation or changes
and lost baggage. Every school
we have students who have had
to cancel a flight, change the
flight schedule due to visa or
passport issues, natural
disasters or family emergencies.
Paying for travel insurance
ensures you will not need to pay
for any changes made due to
unforeseen circumstances, or if
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your luggage is lost you are
covered with a monetary
reimbursement.
BAGGAGE WEIGHT LIMITS:
Weight limits on luggage vary
from airline to airline. You may
start out with a 32 kg weight
limit and transfer onto a different
airline such as LAM that has a
weight limit of 22 kg.
Typically both SAA and LAM
weight limits are stated on your
e-ticket or itinerary. If you look
online for weight limits you will
find conflicting information, so if
you are uncertain, please read
your ticket or call the airline
directly to confirm weight limits.
Travel
Insurance
Travel insurance
differs from medical
insurance in that it
covers only the cost
associated with your
physical journey such
as flight changes, flight
cancellations or lost
baggage. We highly
recommend paying the
extra fee for this
insurance.
CARRY-ONS:
Airlines are becoming more strict
with carry-on weight limits so
please be aware that often both
SAA and LAM weigh carry-on
baggage and if they are found to
be overweight, it will be
necessary to check them through,
and you will be forced to pay
extra fees for being over the
luggage limit if this happens.
If calling LAM, please be sure to
call the offices in Johannesburg
as they speak English. If calling
SAA you can call either the USA
or Johannesburg offices.
Both SAA and LAM allow for
one carry on and one personal
item such as a purse or regular
sized backpack.
Each airline and route is different
so to avoid problems you must
check this carefully with your
travel agent or airline carrier.
Medical
Insurance
Medical Insurance
differs from travel
insurance in that it
does not cover the cost
of your original
journey to/from
Pemba but instead
covers the cost of any
medical expenses you
may incur from the
date of departure to the
time you return home.
This is a mandatory
requirement for
attendance to the
Harvest School.
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MEDICAL
INSURANCE
Emergency medical coverage is a
required component of attending the
harvest school and should be purchased
before departure.
http://www.missionaryhealth.net/ please email
Amy Sullivan at amy@missionaryhealth.net
Medical insurance is a requirement to attend the
Harvest School of Missions and must be
purchased before departure.
We do have a small clinic on site with western
trained doctors and nurses and there is a private
clinic in town to help take care of any basic needs
such as wound care, infections, malaria tests and
medications etc. However we have previously
had to fly students to Maputo or out of the
country for medical complications, so it is
important that all students have medical
coverage while in Pemba and while participating
in extended outreach locations.
Most domestic medical insurance plans do not
cover international travel, so please check with
your insurance provider to verify your coverage.
If it does not, then you will need to purchase
medical insurance for the duration of your time
in Pemba and for your extended outreach
location.
Should you encounter a medical emergency you
will need to pay for your medical care up front as
most insurance companies only pay for medical
care as an approved reimbursement after a claim
has been filed. Please be sure you have both
emergency medical coverage, and emergency
evacuation coverage included in your policy.
Some companies we have previously had
experience with are:
Francois duToit (Iris Missionary) – travel &
medical insurance and flights – email:
Francois.dutoit@icareemail.com
https://www.sevencorners.com/
http://www.trailfinders.com/insurance
https://www.internationalsos.com/en/
http://www.interglobalpmi.com/
http://www.volunteercard.com
http://www.talent-trust.com (Iris Discount)
After purchasing your medical insurance please
upload the information to your Harvest School
account and email your name, insurance policy
number, insurance carrier and the contact number
for your insurance carrier to
hsadmin@irisglobal.org
You will need to bring a copy of your insurance with
you, along with a contact number for your insurance
agency in case of an emergency.
!
PLEASE NOTE THAT NO HOSPITAL FROM
WHICH YOU RECEIVE CARE WILL FILE AN
INSURANCE CLAIM FOR YOUR.
YOU MUST
HAVE THE FUNDS TO PAY UPFRONT, AND
THEN FILE FOR REIMBURSEMENT WITH YOUR
INSURANCE COMPANY ON YOUR OWN.
EMERGENCY NUMBER
+258-86-290-7365
ENSURE THIS NUMBER IS WITH YOU DURING YOUR TRAVELS SO
THAT YOU CAN COMMUNICATE WITH HS STAFF IF YOUR ARRIVAL IS
DELAYED . NOTE: THIS NUMBER WILL NOT BECOME ACTIVE UNTIL
SEPTEMBER 18TH. UNTIL THEN CONTACT SCHOOL@IRISGLOBAL.ORG
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Overnight Stays: Hotels, Airports & Safety
Often it will be necessary due to flight
schedules for students to stay overnight in a
stop over city while flying to Pemba.
Johannesburg, Nairobi and Maputo are
common places for overnight layovers. We
have included a list of hotels, lodges and
guesthouses for your use as you make your
travel plans.
For those who are considering staying
overnight in an airport to save money, please
be aware that not all airport officials are
supportive of your plans. Some airports close
at night, others do not allow passengers to
sleep on the floor. If you are traveling alone
and not meeting up with other students, we do
not recommend an overnight hotel stay for
safety reasons. Research your airport of arrival
to be sure of airport business hours and
consider using a website such as:
http://www.sleepinginairports.net
No matter where you travel, there are a certain
amount of precautions that should be taken
regarding safety. There are risks no matter
where you travel, and even though we trust
that there are unseen forces watching over us
to keep us safe, we also believe that our own
actions are a powerful step towards safe
travels.
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There is no such thing as the TSA in Africa and
theft of items in your luggage is a very real
possibility. PLEASE DO NOT PUT ANY
VALUABLE ITEMS INTO YOUR LUGGAGE TAKE THEM ON YOUR CARRY-ON. Because
of this you will see luggage wrapping machines
throughout the airport. It will cost you
approximately $5-10 dollars to have this done,
but you can also plan to take your own material
and use it to help you secure your baggage.
A good solid lock (not the kind the TSA can
open) is a good thing to lock your luggage with
(when you get to Africa). Zip or cable ties are a
good way to provide security and keep your
luggage locked – just be sure to purchase the ones
that don’t reopen with the push of a small tag
attached. Stretch wrap (like they use in
Johannesburg) is also a good item and can be
found at any moving store, office supplies store,
Tesco or Wal-Mart and it is not expensive.
FOR STUDENTS IN EUROPE, WE DO NOT, UNDER
ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, RECOMMEND TRAVEL BY BUS
IN MOZAMBIQUE. BUS SCHEDULES ARE ERRATIC AND
UNRELIABLE, OFTEN BREAKING DOWN AND
DROPPING PASSENGERS IN UNFAMILIAR CITIES
DURING THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT WITH NO ACCESS
TO HOTELS OR TAXIS.
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When in transit to a different airline or on
an extended layover, we ask that you
create a back up plan should you end up
stranded in an unfamiliar city.
Even if you do not plan to stay overnight
in a hotel, be sure that you research the
name and number of a hotel to use in that
city during an emergency. Very often
flights are cancelled or connections are late
and it is beneficial to have a plan for each
city in which you have an airline
connection, just in case.
Also carry the Harvest School Emergency
Phone number with you even when
traveling so that you can contact us to let
us know of your change in plans or late
arrival.
Pictured above: A zip tie (left) and a small stretch wrap roll (right)
EMERGENCY NUMBER
+258-86-290-7365
ENSURE THIS NUMBER IS WITH YOU DURING YOUR TRAVELS SO
THAT YOU CAN COMMUNICATE WITH HS STAFF IF YOUR ARRIVAL
IS DELAYED. NOTE: THIS NUMBER WILL NOT BECOME ACTIVE
UNTIL SEPTEMBER 18TH. UNTIL THEN PLEASE CONTACT
SCHOOL@IRISGLOBAL.ORG
We encourage all of you to be proactive in your preparations, and temper your actions with caution and
forethought. Make arrangements with other students through facebook or emails and travel in groups and share
taxis/shuttles. As a general rule of thumb, if you exercise the same caution you'd use in one of the developed world's
larger cities that you are unfamiliar with, then you should be fine!
Johannesburg Hotels
EMERALD GUEST HOUSE & AIRPORT INN B&B
Located 3km from O.R Tambo international
airport in Johannesburg. Free airport transfer
between 05:00am – 23:00pm. Breakfast included.
Rooms range from around $35-$80 ($80 for a
family room for up to 6 people)
Tel: +27 11 3941148
Email: info@emeraldguesthouse.net
THE AVIATOR HOTEL
Located 3km from O.R Tambo international
airport in Johannesburg. Free Airport transfers.
Breakfast included.
Rooms range from $40-$80 (Single rooms, double
rooms, family rooms).
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THE AVIATOR HOTEL (CONT.)
www.theaviator.co.za
Tel: +27 11 9218300
Email: reservations@theaviator.co.za
ONE WORLD HOTEL
Located 3km from O.R Tambo international airport
in Johannesburg. Free Airport transfer. Breakfast
included. Rooms range from $25 per person.
www.oneworldhospitalitygroup.com
Tel: +27 11 3942300
Email: kamatu@oneworldtours.co.za
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DOVE’S NEST GUESTHOUSE
AIRPORT GAME LODGE
Located 3km from O.R Tambo international airport
in Johannesburg. Free Airport transfers. Breakfast
included. Rooms range from $63. (They offer single
rooms, shared rooms, family rooms)
Located 10km from O.R Tambo international
airport in Johannesburg. Free Airport transfers.
Breakfast NOT included. Rooms range from $35
per person.
Tel: +27 11 9751746
www.airport-game-lodge.co.za
Email: dovesnest@hotmail.com
SUN1 HOTEL
Located 6km from O.R Tambo international airport
in Johannesburg. Airport transfers NOT included
(taxi’s $12). Rooms range from $38 per night.
Including breakfast.
https://www.tsogosun.com/sun1milnerton?utm_source=google&utm_medium=bus
inesslisting&utm_campaign=hotel_sun1-milnerton
Tel: +27 11 3962969
Email: booking@airport-game-lodge.co.za
MAPUTO
ACCOMMODATIONS
Tel: +27 11 9773600
Email: SUN1.ORTambo@tsogosun.com
PREMIER HOTEL
Located 1.2km from O.R Tambo international
airport in Johannesburg. Free Airport transfers
every 30 minutes. Breakfast included. Rooms range
from $50-$70.
https://www.premierhotels.co.za/hotels/gauteng
/johannesburg/or-tambo-airport/
Tel: +27 11 3938000
Email: res2.ortambo@premierhotels.co.za
SOUTHERN SUN HOTEL
Located 1km from O.R Tambo international airport
in Johannesburg. Free Airport transfers every 15
minutes. Breakfast NOT included. Rooms range
from $105.
https://www.tsogosun.com/southern-sun-ortambo-international-airport
Tel: +27 11 9773600
Email: Vuyo.memela@tsgososun.co.za
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CASA KOINONIA
Run by Christians at a minimal price of
$25 USD per night. Price includes
breakfast and the evening meal. Families
have a discount of $50 per night, young
children are free and couples can stay for
$45 a night. You will need to pay for
airport pick up/drop off – around $10$15 USD each way. They can take groups
of up to 15 people. Check-in is from
11am – 11pm. Laundry service for only
$2 and wifi for only $2 USD/hour.
Rua General Pereira
D'Eca N 159,
Maputo,
Mozambique
http://casakoinoniamz.blogspot.com/
Email: oasismm@tvcabo.co.mz
Tel: +258- 21 49 6735
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EMERGENCY NUMBER
NAIROBI
Kenya
ANairobi,
CCOMMODATIONS
HotNairobi els
MENNONITE GUEST HOUSE
Safe and trusted this guest house arranges taxi
transport to and from airport. A variety of
rooms to accommodate your budget. Families
welcome. Prices include breakfast with a
small charge of $5 - $10 USD for other meals.
71 Church Road, Westlands
P.O. Box 14646
00800 Nairobi
+258-86-290-7365
ENSURE THIS NUMBER IS WITH YOU DURING YOUR TRAVELS SO THAT
YOU CAN COMMUNICATE WITH HS STAFF IF YOUR ARRIVAL IS
DELAYED. NOTE: THIS NUMBER WILL NOT BECOME ACTIVE UNTIL
SEPTEMBER 18TH. UNTIL THEN PLEASE CONTACT
DAR ES SALAAM
ACCOMMODATIONS
TANZANITE EXECUTIVE SUITES
A safe place in Dar to spend the night. Shuttle services
available and wifi throughout the hotel. Average price
about $80. Previous students have felt safe and it is 15
mins from the airport.
Morogoro Road,
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
http://www.mghkenya.com/
http://www.tanzaniteexecutivesuites.com/index.php?id=1
Email: mennoguest@mghkenya.com
Tel: +255 22 21 27 277
Tel: +254 0723-161935
Email: info@tanzaniteexecutivesuites.com
IMPORTANT: International Travel and Transit Visas
Due to recent changes in Passport Control for many European & African countries, many people who have
previously been able to travel through Europe & Africa without any problems, may now need a transit visa
to land in the country of transit. For instance, Colombian citizens may need a transit visa to travel through
South Africa to Pemba, or American citizens may need a transit visa to land in India while in transit to
Pemba. Note: If you are under 18 you must have your birth certificate with you to travel through South Africa.
Very frequently airports are denying entry to those who do not have the proper transit visas and sending
them back home at their own expense. It is extremely important that each student considers the countries
they are flying to, from and through while traveling to Pemba and during extended outreaches.
PLEASE TAKE THE NECESSARY STEPS TO OBTAIN THE PROPER VISAS SO THAT YOUR TRAVELS GO AS
SMOOTHLY AS POSSIBLE. INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND BY CALLING OR VISITING THE EMBASSY WEBSITE OF
THE COUNTRY YOU ARE TRAVELING THROUGH.
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Visa Process
ATTENTION: Please do not call the Mozambican Embassy or attempt to apply for your visa until
instructed to do by our staff.
OBTAINING A VISA
YOUR VISA application and process is the single
most important task you will complete in
preparation for Pemba. Please follow the
instructions included in this section carefully to
help avoid complications and delays in the visa
process.
REGARDLESS OF YOUR COUNTRY OF ORIGIN, DO
NOT ATTEMPT TO OBTAIN A VISA ON ARRIVAL IN
MOZAMBIQUE
Any visa obtained at the airport will not be
renewable for the full length of the school and
you will need to leave the country at your own
expense if these instructions are not carefully
followed.
LETTER OF INVITATION
TO OBTAIN A VISA for Mozambique you will first
need a letter of invitation. You CAN NOT apply
for a visa with out a letter of invite from the
Harvest School (continue reading to discover how
to obtain this letter).
Before your letter of invitation can be accessed,
you MUST read through the entire Student
Manual and click on the box confirming that you
have completed this task. Your letter of invite
will not appear until this box has been checked.
Once you have checked this box, your letter of
invite will appear under the Resources section of
your Harvest School Account. You will input
your passport information and print the
generated letter of invite. Then you will be taking
the first steps in your journey to Pemba!
COUPLES & FAMILIES
You will be required to send in a separate letter of
invite for each family member. You can input the
passport information separately, print, and then
create a new letter of invite by inputting new
passport information for each letter of invitation.
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EMBASSY OF MOZAMBIQUE
IT IS IMPERATIVE that all students receive a visa from
an Embassy or High Commission of Mozambique in
their home country.
FOR CANADIANS AND AMERICANS the Embassy in
Washington DC or New York will be the only
Embassy that will issue a 90 day visa.
CITIZENS OF AUSTRALIA, NEW ZEALAND & SINGAPORE
will need to send visa applications to the High
Commission of Mozambique in London, England.
Further instructions on how to accomplish this can
be found on your Harvest School Account.
MAILING VISA APPLICATION
Upon printing your letter of invite, you will need to
fill out the visa application, provide a copy of your
letter of invitation and proof that you have booked
flights into and out of the country.
If possible, please book your flights before applying
for your visa as the date of entry on your visa
application must match the dates on your travel
itinerary. Some Embassies require a travel itinerary,
some do not.
VISA APPLICATION INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND ON
THE CONSULAR SERVICES OR CONSULAR AFFAIRS
SECTION OF THE EMBASSY WEBSITE THAT YOU ARE
APPLYING AT.
After you have received your letter of invite and
understand clearly the visa process at the Embassy
you are applying at, enclose your application, your
passport (not a copy of your passport, but your
actual passport) and all other required documents,
along with the required fee and a prepaid return
envelope that has a tracking number.
Previously students have tried to save money by not
using a service that has a tracking number and
passports have been lost in the mail, resulting in
flight change fees, frustration and delayed arrival
dates in Pemba.
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VISA FEES
YOU MUST INCLUDE A WAY FOR THE EMBASSY TO
RETURN YOUR PASSPORT/VISA TO YOU – THERE MUST
BE A PREPAID RETURN ENVELOPE OF SOME KIND
INCLUDED IN YOUR VISA APPLICATION. USE A POSTAL
SERVICE OR A REPUTABLE CURRIER SUCH AS FED EX,
DHL, UPS OR ANY OTHER CURRIER TO HELP YOU WITH
THIS PROCESS.
Fees for visa’s vary depending on the country
of application, but be aware that not all
Embassies will take cash, checks or credit
cards. Be fully aware of what type of payment
the Embassy requires and comply with their
guidelines.
PLEASE NOTE: If you are paying with a money
order, it can be obtained at a local post office or
at your bank. If you are paying with a cashiers
check, this can be obtained at your local bank.
the visa is a 90 day MULTIPLE ENTRY, it is perfectly
fine and you should have no problems at all with entry
into Mozambique.
If by chance your visa happens to say “MULTIPLO”
and is only a 30 day visa, then it’s possible you may
need to pay up to $100 USD to have it changed in
Pemba.
PLEASE NOTE: For those who are tempted to allow
parents to complete your visa application process -YOU
should be the person filling out your visa application and
following the instructions provided. Your parents have not
read the student manual and do not have access to all the
information needed to accomplish this task. If you are
traveling overseas on your own, you should be capable of
applying for your visa independently.
Do not forget to include payment in the
envelope when sending your visa application –
this will result in delays to your application
process.
VISA APPLICATION
MOST EMBASSIES will have a link to the visa
application directly on their website. You will
receive instructions on how to fill it out along
with your letter of invitation.
When applying for your visa you will be
requesting A 90 DAY SINGLE ENTRY VISA. What
does that mean? It means that you will be
allowed one entry into Mozambique and can
stay for up to 90 days. If it is a single entry
your visa will have the word “SIMPLES”
written on the top.
Often the Embassy will only issue a 30 day visa
or a visa valid for less than 90 days. If this
happens, don’t panic! So long as your visa is a
SINGLE ENTRY, you will be able to renew it
in Pemba for a cost of approximately $20 USD.
Occasionally an Embassy will issue a visa that
is a MULTIPLE ENTRY. You will know it is a
multiple entry because it will have the word
“MULTIPLO” written at the top. So long as
PICTURED ABOVE: A SINGLE ENTRY, VALID FOR 90 DAYS.
THIS VISA STATES THE RECIPIENT CAN ENTER MOZAMBIQUE
FOR A LENGTH OF 90 DAYS. ENTRY IS PERMITTED ANYTIME
BETWEEN MAY 29 AND AUGUST 29.
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MALARIA:
Medication & Information
PLEASE NOTE: LARIAM IN ANY FORM (SEE LIST BELOW) IS
PROHIBITED FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN, REGARDLESS OF PAST
EXPERIENCE WITH THE MEDICATION. PLEASE DO NOT PUT US IN
THE POSITION OF HAVING TO REFUSE YOUR REQUEST BY ASKING
TO BE AN EXCEPTION. PREVIOUS VISITORS AND STUDENTS HAVE
HAD SEVERE PSYCHOLOGICAL AND NEUROLOGICAL SIDE EFFECTS
WHILE ON THIS DRUG.
It is an old adage in medicine
that an ounce of prevention is
better than a pound of
treatment. Nowhere is this truer
than in dealing with the world’s
most widespread and
devastating parasitic disease:
malaria.
Malaria is a very real health risk
and you will be exposed to
mosquitoes on a daily basis, so
it is important to obtain
malarial prophylaxis before
arriving in Mozambique.
Please keep in mind that you
have been invited to Pemba to
take part in Harvest School and
in accepting that invitation, you
will be asked to honor Iris & the
Bakers by following the
guidelines put into place by our
medical team.
Herbal Supplements
Often students inquire about
taking ‘herbal medications’ as a
substitute for medical malaria
prophylaxis. We understand
that many people are cautious
about taking medication for
extended periods of time.
While we applaud your passion
to step out in faith and to keep
your body as healthy as
possible, we also want you to
understand that malaria can
turn into a medical emergency
within hours. We want to take
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all necessary precautions to avoid these names, please decline and
the risk of contracting it. Herbal
ask for another option.
supplements are not considered
Safe & Acceptable Medications
medication.
All of the following medications
are viable options for malarial
Regardless of your previous
prophylaxis during your time in
missions experience, while
attending Harvest School, malaria Pemba.
medication is not optional - it is a 1. MALARONE: This is a
requirement
combination of atovaquone
While you are more than
welcome to take herbal
supplements, they cannot be a
substitute for anti-malarial
medications.
Warning: Unsafe Medications
Rolland, Heidi and our medical
team have deemed the mediation
known as LARIAM to be unsafe
due to neuro-psychiatric side
effects previously experienced by
students and visitors.
and proguanil. It is quite
expensive drug because it is a
newer drug on the market but
very effective against all forms
of malaria.
Many students have used a
malarone coupon found online
and have received significant
discounts on cost.
2. PRIMAQUINE: This drug is not
often readily available in some
parts of the world and can be
expensive, but it is the
recommended medication for
sub Sahara Africa.
Be aware that LARIAM is also
marketed under other names.
Please exclude these medications,
including Lariam, as an option for
3. DOXYCYCLINE: This drug is
malarial prophylaxis.
very inexpensive, but is also
Eloquine, Mefloquine, Mefloquine
loosing its potency in sub
Hydrochloride, Mephaquin, Mefliam,
Sahara Africa. If malarone and
APO-Mefloquine, Meflotas, Mefloc,
primaquine are not available
Confal, Larimef, Falcitab, Lariam
to you, doxycycline is still a
Roche, Mefloquine HCl, Tropicur,
viable option.
Mefque, MQF, Mefax, Mefloquin
TAKE CAREFUL ADVICE FROM A
HCl, Mephaquine, Mequin.Other
Should your doctor recommend a
medication known by any of
TRAVEL CLINCIC OR DOCTOR
BEFORE CHOOSING MEDICATIONS.
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Malaria Treatment
If you should contract malaria, it can be treated
effectively with the following medications:
Coartem (Artemether & Lumefantrine) Dosage is
6-8 tabs/day for 3 days. The cost varies around
US $45 but is very effective. You can buy this at
the pharmacy in the Johannesburg airport.
Though a prescription item, the pharmacists will
usually dispense it if you inform them that you
are going to a malaria zone. This medication is
not available in Pemba.
Malaria can also be treated with malaraone
(Proguanil & Atovaquone) Dosage 4 tablets/day
for 3 days Cost around $60. If you are taking
Malarone as prophylaxis and arranging medical
treatment and diagnosis, take 3 tablets
immediately, and then 3 tablets 12 hours later.
Malarone is not available in Pemba.
Treatment is available in Pemba with a
combination of Artesunate and Fansidar which
are used as first line treatment by Mozambicans
and it is about $10. There is some resistance to
Fansidar, but it treats most cases of malaria
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effectively. However, you may want to consider
bringing either coartem or malarone with you.
Insecticidal Spray/Insect Repellent
Mosquitoes start biting around dusk and usually stop
around dawn. Insecticidal sprays and repellents
containing permethrin or deet will be one of the most
important items in your luggage. Sprays are better
than roll ons and can used to cover both skin and
clothing. Sprays with 25-30% deet are more than
sufficient. Insecticidal spray/repellent can also be
bought in Pemba in some stores at the high price of
$10 USD a spray can.
Mosquito Nets
We do provide mosquito nets for each student, but it
is a good idea to bring your own permethrin
treatment for the net. This chemical is toxic to
mosquitoes but virtually non-toxic to humans. Our
mosquito nets are not treated with permethrin and
are a hoop style net (as there is no other nets available
in Pemba). A rectangular net often provides more
room and is less cumbersome during sleep. You are
more than welcome to bring your own mosquito net,
but we recommend a permethrin treated net, as they
are more effective at warding off mosquitoes.
VACCINATIONS
ALTHOUGH we do not require any specific vaccinations
for your time at Harvest School, we highly recommend
that you do consider updating these vaccinations:
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Meningitis
Hepatitis A & B
Tetanus
Diphtheria
Pertussis
Measles, mumps & rubella
Polio
Keep in mind that vaccinations are not just for your
protection, but also for the protection of the infants,
children & adults in villages, who may have
compromised immune systems. Previously we have
had an outbreak of the mumps among college age
students at Harvest School, and those students were
unable to participate in village activities, outreaches
and other activities for the protection of the local
Mozambicans. Please connect with a medical
professional to determine your medical needs for
overseas travel.
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Vaccinations cont’d . . .
The International Association
for Medical Assistance to
Travelers is the source that both
doctors and travel agencies
around the world use to verify
immunizations and assess
health risks when traveling.
This site is reputable and
updated regularly, so please
feel free to use it to gather
information you may need
regarding your international
travel.
http://www.iamat.org/
It is not necessary to become a
member, just scroll down and
on the lower right you will find
“TRAVEL DESTINATIONS” to
choose the country you will be
visiting or traveling through.
Then click on “TRAVEL HEALTH
ADVICE” under the country
name to link to the
recommendations for your
travel.
Yellow Fever
Mozambique has recently
changed the policy on
requirements for Yellow Fever
immunization. It is now
required for those arriving from
the countries of:
AFRICA: Angola, Benin, Burkina
Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Central
African Republic, Chad, Republic
of the Congo, Democratic Republic
of the Congo, Côte d'Ivoire,
Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia,
Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea,
Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Liberia,
Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Nigeria,
Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone,
South Sudan, Sudan, Togo,
Uganda.
AMERICAS: Argentina, Bolivia,
Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French
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Guiana, Guyana, Panama,
Paraguay, Peru, Suriname,
Trinidad and Tobago,
Venezuela.
GASTROENTERITIS:
(dysentery, giardia, campylobacter, E.
Coli, cholera and viral infections etc)
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If your flights take you
through these countries, you
must carry documentation of
your immunization. If you
arrive in, or come from any of
these countries on the way to
Pemba without
documentation, you will be
required to be immunized at
the airport.
Since a few recipients have a
mild to moderate reaction to
the immunization and the
quality of the immunization
could be compromised, it is
recommended that you
secure the immunization for
Yellow Fever before leaving
your country. To prove you
have had the yellow fever
vaccine bring your
documentation!
Common Infections
Coughs, colds, viruses,
malaria, gastroenteritis, and
conjunctivitis and skin
infections are common in
Mozambique. Unfortunately,
the best medication isn’t
always available from the
pharmacies in Pemba. It is
recommended that you bring
the following medication for
your own use should the
need arise. It would be useful
to have your own basic travel
first aid kit.
To the right you will find a
list of medications used for
the most common ailments. It
is suggested you speak with a
medical professional to obtain
a script for these items.
Metronidazole
Tinidazole
Ciprofloxacin
SKIN
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OR BRONCHIAL
Cephalexin
Cloxacillin
(flucloxacillin)
Erythromycin
Co-amoxiclav
EYE INFECTIONS
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Tetracycline (ointment)
Chloramphenicol (ointment)
Neomycin drops
OTHER FIRST AID ITEMS
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Band-aids
Hydro-cortizone cream
Antacids
Pain relievers
Fever reducers
Blister treatment
Digital thermometer
Decongestants
Antihistamines
Antiseptic ointment or
spray
Gauze
Adhesive tape
Sunscreen (15spf minimum)
Antibacterial wipes/gel
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MOZAMBIQUE IDENTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
PLEASE be aware that you will need to carry a
copy of your passport and visa on you at all
times while in Mozambique. In Pemba it is
required that visitors and tourists carry their ID
at all times. Parents also should carry a copy of
ID for their children. If you are stopped by any
officials while you are walking, in town, or on
outreach and do not have your ID – you will be
asked to pay a fine of up to $25 USD.
To help avoid lost passports, Immigration in
Pemba allows students to carry a copy of their
passport ID page and visa as an alternative.
They do however; request that every student
have a colored copy (colored ink, not colored
paper) of both the ID portion of your passport
and your visa page copied on the SAME page.
This will allow them to match the face with the
visa . . . And you will need three colored copies
of this document.
Once you are in Pemba, we will need to get all
of your copies notarized. It is inexpensive,
usually $1 USD per page. We will collect your copies
and take them to be notarized in one go. Remember
this will require you to bring 3 COLORED copies of
your passport page and Mozambican visa. Please do
your best to make sure that the copies are color
copies and have all the information copied clearly.
Often some office supply copy centers will refuse to
make a colored copy of your passport because it is
illegal for them to make a colored copy of someone
else’s passport. However, it is not illegal for YOU to
make a colored copy of YOUR OWN passport and
visa, so please do so, making sure the ID portion of
your passport and the visa you received from the
Embassy are on the same page. Another way to do
this is to scan both of these items into a computer as a
.jpeg and then paste them onto the same page of a
word document, then print 3 copies.
Typically an office supply place has a self-help
photocopier, local universities, community colleges
and local libraries often have photocopy services
available.
PEMBA AND THE POSTAL SERVICE
(RECEIVING MAIL)
We’ll try to explain the very unpredictable
world that you may find in the form of postal
service in Pemba. Yes, you can receive
packages and letters in Pemba – BUT – your
letter or package may or may not make it to
Pemba before you leave and if it does make its
way to you - it may cost you a LOT of money .
. . (for packages only, not letters).
A new requirement for those receiving
packages is that if there is a limit of how much
the items can be worth before you pay a fee. If
you receive a package it MUST have - IN the
package – a receipt with the list of the items
AND their cost (a receipt from the store of
purchase) so that customs knows that it is not
valued over $50 USD and you can pick up the
package without paying a fee. Any package
that does not have a receipt will be charged
for pick up, and the price will vary. Just ask
the students who paid $250 a few years ago
for their care package sent with all kinds of
American goodies!
Letters/cards don’t require any payment but be keep
in mind that it can take anywhere from 6 weeks to 6
months to receive anything in the mail in Pemba.
Address envelopes packages as:
Arco-Iris
ATTN: ARCO IRIS: YOUR NAME
C.P. 275
Pemba, Cabo Delgado
Mozambique
No postal or zip code necessary.
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Harvest School Schedule
You have the amazing privilege to be impacted by
many outstanding anointed men and women
whom God is using today in His kingdom!
MONDAY-THURSDAY, you will have class in the
morning from around 8am-1pm, with various
weekly speakers. Some afternoons, there will be
optional classes and electives for you to take part
in.
EVENING activities include wonderful guest
speakers, small groups, soaking, mission movie
nights, worship, and having fun together on our
porches.
EACH THURSDAY 2-3 prescheduled teams will set
out for a weekend outreach where you will
participate in evangelism opportunities with
village churches along with the Mozambican Bible
School students.
ON FRIDAYS, students who are not on outreach,
will participate in Practical Missions by helping in
a wide range of activities working side by side
with our long-term missionaries.
SATURDAYS are a day of rest for those who are not
on outreach. On this day, you can go to the
Internet cafe, go to market, go to the beach, or do
other things you enjoy, such as visiting your new
Mozambican friends, etc.
ON SUNDAYS, you will have opportunities to
minister in our local and regional church
meetings.
OVERNIGHT OUTREACHES
Travel
Tents
During weekend outreaches, we
travel with the Mozambican
Bible School students on the
back of a 3.5 flatbed truck for
several hours on bumpy roads
in the hot sun. It’s crowded,
uncomfortable, and the most
amazing fun you’ll have!
Outreaches will be in very
simple outdoor camping
settings with no running water
or electricity.
Each student, couple or family
must bring their own tent for
outreach. It may seem like a
good idea to share tents, but
students may end up on
different outreach teams that
are scheduled at the same time,
so it may not be possible to
share.
It will important for students to
bring a jumper or sweater or
sweatshirt on outreaches as it
can get as low as 50°F (10°C) at
night and traveling on the truck
at night can be very cold!
Families can go on outreach as a
unit or parents can take turns
going on outreach, while one
parent stays on base with the
children.
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It will be in your best interest to
bring a tent that is free standing,
and does not require pegs. That
means the tent stands erect after
the poles are inserted without
pegs. The soil in many of the
places that we camp out at is
hard and it is sometimes
impossible to put up tents that
require pegs for the tent to be in
an upright position.
Mattress/Pad
It is imperative for you to bring
a sleeping pad/mattress for
outreach. It gets cold on
outreach and sleeping without
padding is uncomfortable – the
sand does not insulate and you
will find yourself awake all
night just trying to be
warm. An air mattress is not
necessary – just even a foam
pad, you can purchase at WalMart or Tesco or ASDA . . . It
doesn’t have to be expensive – it
just needs to be a barrier
between you and the cold sand
under your tent.
Sleeping Bag
It will be best for you to bring a
sleeping bag or blanket that is
easily washed and dried.
Typically a fleece sleeping bag
is more than sufficient for both
your bed and your outreach.
During the June school it gets
cold at night, and gets even
colder further inland on
outreaches.
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Backpack/Duffel Bag
Along with your tent, pad & sleeping bag, you will
need to bring water, toiletries and a change of
clothes. It’s best to use a backpack or duffel bag in
which to place your belongings. It’s not necessary
to purchase a new expensive backpack. Your
backpack will get soiled quickly, so new expensive
equipment will not stay new very long. Check out
thrift shops or second hand stores for a duffel bag or
backpack that will allow you to strap your mattress
pad and tent to it.
Outreach Dress Code
Village life in rural Mozambique is very modest, so
it is vital for women (aged 12+) to have a long skirt
or dress that covers your knees and shirts that cover
the shoulders. While on base and in Pemba you can
wear tank tops, but for outreach purposes, your
shirts will need to cover the shoulders. A ‘capulana’
(wrap around skirt) may be purchased in Pemba for
$12 USD or non-see-through sarongs/beach wraps
may be brought with you. You may wear leggings
under your skirt for protection, but wearing
leggings alone is unacceptable. Children (aged 0-12)
may wear shorts and tank tops.
For males, shorts are acceptable, but it is considered
more respectable for men to wear long trousers or
pants. If you choose to wear shorts, they should
come to the knee if possible. Wearing a shirt that
covers the shoulders is also necessary for men, and
it is considered improper to go shirtless, unless you
are swimming.
A typical village home under the stars
WEEKEND OUTREACH LIST
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Tent
Sleeping bag
Mattress pad
Toilet paper
Wipes
Inflatable pillow
Insect repellent
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Flashlight/torch
Antibacterial gel
Needed toiletries
Change of clothing
Sunscreen
Bottled water
Torches/Flashlights
A battery operated torch, lantern or flashlight will
be a necessity as it gets dark early and you will need
to find your way from your tent to the latrine. Most
battery sizes are available in Pemba, but you may
want to bring some just in case. Headlamps are also
a good idea as you can freely use both hands if
needed. Torches and flashlights are available in
Pemba, but can be expensive, so it’s best to purchase
them in your homeland.
Valuables
We do not have a place to secure any valuables
while on outreach, so it is important that you
consider this regarding things such as cameras,
phones or money. Please be discreet when taking
pictures or videos and keep your valuables with
you.
TOILETRIES
Students will learn quickly to be comfortable with
using latrines and will need to bring toilet paper or
wipes to use while on outreach.
For women, monthly cycles need not interfere with
outreach. Feminine hygiene products should be
brought with you as they are difficult to purchase in
Pemba and when they are available they are
outrageously expensive.
Students will be responsible for their own toilet
paper purchases during the school – most often a
roll costs $1 USD in town. You can purchase your
own or share the cost with our housemates.
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Living in Pemba
WATER & ELECTRICITY
WATER
You will find that, in a thirdworld country, sanitation will
not be of the quality you are
accustomed! When the water
supply is disrupted, showers
will be "bucket showers". You
may like to bring some wet
wipes, hand sanitizer and
alcohol wipes with you. These
items are now available in
Pemba, but are more expensive.
The flexible package of wet
wipes or small bottles of hand
sanitizer that can be purchased
at Wal-Mart or Tesco should be
your constant companion to
avoid bacteria and infection.
Drinking water
Although we do have running
water on base, our water supply
is often interrupted for weeks at
a time. Bottled water is available
for purchase on the base for
approximately $10-$13 USD per
box – each box contains 12
bottles of 1.5 litres each.
Owing to the extreme shortage
of water please use it sparingly.
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Use water saving techniques:
Two-minute showers: rinse, turn
water off, soap up and wash
hair, then rinse. As gas is also
very expensive, please don’t boil
water for drinking but make use
of water purification tablets,
filter systems or bottled water.
Most computers, phones &
tablets run on 220V and 110V so
a voltage converter won’t be
necessary for those items.
However, electricity in Pemba is
unpredictable and power surges
can ruin electrical items when
they are plugged into the outlet.
Water Filters
Students are more than welcome
to bring water filters. We
recommend Earth Easy Water
Filtration Systems. They are
inexpensive and reliable.
However, be aware that
purchasing a filter does not
guarantee you will save money
on bottled water. Because we
are often without water for
weeks on end, it is wise to
budget an emergency bottled
water fund into your expenses.
ELECTRICITY
Mozambique uses a 220 voltage
with a two pronged European
plug.
If you are bringing electrical
items its best to bring a
European surge adapter with the
prongs pictured above. They
can be found online. American
surge protectors work only on
110 V and will be blown if used
in Pemba. Voltage
adapters/converters can be
purchased in Pemba but can cost
up to $100. Surge protectors are
cheaper and weighs less than an
adapter.
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HOUSING
God gave us a wonderful, large piece of land where
we have built an Iris Center known as the Village of
Joy (Mission School, Bible School, hospital, clinic,
baby house, dorms for children, schools for
children, housing for missionaries, kitchen, prayer
hut, offices, sewing school, and a large church
building).
Up to a total of fourteen students will share one
house. Single students will be in a room with 6-8
other students. Married couples will have a private
room either in a house with other single students, or
in a compound with other married couples.
Families will share one large private room, possibly
in a house with other single students or in a
compound with other families.
Each compound or house will have one fridge and
propane gas stove available to share among all
house members. Each compound or house has a few
shared bathrooms with a shower, basin & toilet.
All houses do have running water & electricity.
Beds
Single students will sleep in bunk beds that are
single/twin sized and will need to bring twin sized
sheets. We do provide students with a mosquito net
but they are not treated with insecticide so students
are welcome to bring their own nets if they choose.
Married couples will have a double/full-sized bed
and often our mosquito nets are not big enough to
cover a double sized bed, so it would be wise to
bring a large mosquito for you and your spouse.
We do have small mattresses for toddlers and
children if bunk beds are not an ideal set up for
young children.
Housing requests
We understand that students may sometimes ask to
be placed in the same house. But we pray hard
regarding housing placement, and we find that its
beneficial for students if, upon arrival, if everyone is
on the same footing. Those who are sharing
supplies can do so even from separate houses.
WE KINDLY ASK THAT YOU DON’T NAIL OR
SCREW ANYTHING TO THE WALLS IN YOUR
HOUSE OR DORM ROOM.
Housing Supplies
Each house/dorm has been supplied with basic
equipment such as buckets, mops, and brooms.
However, if any items are lost or stolen, we ask that
all members of your household share financial
responsibility for replacement.
Kitchen Supplies
Each kitchen is supplied with a minimal amount of
cooking utensils. Any cooking utensils needed can
be purchased in Pemba, including plates, cups,
utensils, pots etc, but the quality lower than you
may find in your homeland.
Students will need to bring plates and eating
utensils, but we do not recommend metal
bowls/plates as they absorb heat quickly and can
easily burn. The food in the kitchen is HOT!
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CULTURAL CONSIDERATIONS
BODY PIERCINGS & TATTOOS
Our children take great delight in interacting with
the many students that come and often students
have a very great impact on this culture. Our
children see the western world as something to
emulate and they often imitate that world in any
way they can.
Whether its clothing, or music or jewelry – our
children are greatly influenced by those who come
– which is really wonderful as we have incredible
people with incredible hearts that come to pour
out on our children! At other times it can be
difficult as our children also imitate things that
might not benefit them in the culture they live in.
Because of this, we ask that body piercings be
removed, and for tattoos to be covered if possible.
In general – if wearing just regular clothing can
cover your tattoo(s), please cover them as such. If
that is not possible, then it is not necessary to go to
great lengths to cover any tattoo(s) with makeup
or by wearing long sleeves in the middle of 100
degree weather!
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We are asking that you take the requests seriously
and please consider the cultural impact the western
world has in places such as Pemba.
Males:
If you are male and have visible piercings in any
area, such as your ears, brow, tongue etc., please
remove them before arriving in Pemba. If your ears
are gauged and it is possible to take them out
without leaving gaping holes in your earlobes,
please do so. If not, then please choose a gauge that
will appear as though it is a whole earring.
Female:
If you are female, having normal ear piercings of
the lobe, and small piercings in the nose are
perfectly acceptable, but if the cartilage of your
ears, your tongue, cheeks or brows are pierced in
any fashion, please remove them before arriving in
Pemba.
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We ask out of respect to our Mozambican
culture that you refrain from smoking, drinking
alcohol, using drugs, wearing body piercings
(other than normal ear or small nose piercings
for women) or having intimate relationships
out of marriage. Even entering the bedroom of
a member of the opposite sex can be construed
as improper in this culture, so please avoid the
appearance of impropriety.
We understand this may be a sacrifice for many
of you – but we do appreciate your willingness
to honor this culture.
Thank you so much for your sensitivity to the
culture on this end! We sometimes come up
against these kinds of situations and we
appreciate that your heart is responsive and
sensitive to how things might be perceived
here.
BY ACCEPTING THE INVITATION TO JOIN US IN
PEMBA, YOU ARE AGREEING TO HONOR THE
GUIDELINES PUT FORTH BY THE HARVEST
SCHOOL. IRIS STAFF RESERVES THE RIGHT TO
SEND STUDENTS HOME AT THEIR OWN EXPENSE.
CLOTHING GUIDELINES
WOMEN
Shorts or capris are good to wear, but they must come
past your knees. Shorter shorts can be worn inside of
Although your knees may appear to be a very benign
your house and to bed, but you must NOT step
part of your anatomy, in Mozambique the most
outside of your house with your knees uncovered or
private part of a woman’s body is from her waist to
stand inside of the front or back door with exposed
her knees. It may seem strange to you – but it is their
knees. If you have any questions regarding skirt or
custom – so we ask that you would honor the culture
short length, consider this statement: KNEES =
in this area.
NUDITY. Keep that at the forefront of your mind at all
These guidelines apply to women and young times.
ladies 12 years of age and older
For some classes, gatherings with the Mozambican
Bible School students, outreaches and church, you
Walking around with knees uncovered conveys a
very impure message and will discredit you with any must wear a dress or a skirt/capulana. This is a
length of cloth, wrapped around your waist, which
Mozambican women that you are trying to witness
the Africans wear as skirts, baby carriers, etc.
to, so please, at all times, cover your knees.
Capulanas can be purchased locally for a reasonable
price of $12 USD and are also available at the Sewing
School at the base. The proceeds from the sale of
Skirts/Shorts/Capris
these will go towards the general fund for the
Any clothing you wear that is form fitting from your ministry.
waist down is inappropriate to wear. Skinny or tight
Bring skirts/capulanas or dresses and capris that go
jeans, leggings, and spandex or exercise shorts
below the knee, leggings for wearing underneath
CANNOT be worn unless you have a long
skirts/capulanas, capri pants and/or trousers.
dress/skirt that comes over your knees overtop of
Wearing leggings under your skirt or capulana is
these articles. Even while sitting in class, if your
essential. Be aware that the heat, dust and insects can
knees are bent, your skirt or shorts must be long
be serious irritants for many. Baby powder or corn
enough to cover your knees.
starch works well for most for skin discomfort – or
long bicycle shorts!
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Shirts & Tank Tops
In Mozambique the chest areas
is considered nothing more than
a source of food for children, so
you will sometimes notice that
women, especially those who
are breast feeding, will not go
thru any extra efforts to be
modest in this area. It is cultural
and very acceptable in Pemba.
As female students in the
Harvest School, you will not
have the cultural privilege that
the Mozambican women have in
this area. It is important that you
are modest in all areas, not just
your knees, so please be careful
when choosing a bathing suit,
shirts, tops, to be sure that you
are choosing modest necklines
and are honoring your western
brothers who are joining you on
this journey.
Shirts that are tank tops are okay
but NO SPAGHETTI STRAPS.
Tank tops that have a 2 inch
strap are a good choice. It is
important to be sure you have
shirts that cover your shoulders
when venturing out on
outreaches and going into the
villages, in class with
Mozambican Pastors or in
church. Any shirts that have
open backs or strapless
sundresses are not acceptable
unless there is a wider strapped
tank top underneath. Also,
please note that shirts much be
worn over bathing suits when
you are at the beach.
Swimming Attire
We have the great pleasure of
living at one of the most
beautiful beaches in Pemba. Still,
we need to be very aware that
we live in a Muslim culture.
Please bring or use a modest
one-piece bathing suit. Even
while swimming it is important
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PLEASE
Be aware that you will find a lot of
western style clothing worn in Pemba.
You may even notice that our young
girls are wearing clothing that may
not cover their knees completely and
may be a little tight and revealing.
They have this innate ability to see
what our visitors and students are
wearing and imitate it.
PLEASE honor what the missionaries
are trying to instill in them and be an
example of integrity and modesty to
them. You have such an impact on our
girls – please be a part of the story that
changes their perspective on what
gives them value and worth.
to be modest. You can wear long
shorts to swim in as long as you
cover your knees walking to and
from the beach. Bikini tops or
bathing suits that reveal your
stomach are inappropriate.
Swim shoes for protection from
coral and sea urchins are a must.
This is very important. Parts of the
beach are stony; sea urchins are
plentiful and coral cut can cause
serious infection. The last thing you
need in a hot climate is a swollen
and infected foot. Our beaches are
natural and not groomed by large
tourist hotel complexes.
Professional Clothes
We ask that you bring at least two
sets of professional/nice clothes
with you to Mozambique.
Church Attire
Although we are in a third world
nation, the people dress in their
nicest clothes on Sunday for church
or conferences. To honor them,
please dress in a respectful way.
Not shorts, or cut offs, or sleeveless
shirts. However, having said that,
it would be wise to wear something
that you don’t mind getting
dirty as there will be plenty of
children who will want to climb
on your back and hug your
neck!
MEN
Shorts and trousers are both
acceptable for males in Pemba,
but it is important that modesty
is valued and that shorts come
at least to the knee, or below the
knee.
Shirts & Tank Tops
It considered disrespectful for
Mozambican men to walk
around outside of their home
without a shirt. If women are
present – it is considered even
more disrespectful, so please
respect this custom and do not
remove your shirt unless you
are at the beach.
Tank tops are okay, but should
only be worn in your home or
compound. When out in class
or in town or anywhere in
public, t-shirts or button up
shirts are best.
These guidelines apply to all men
aged 12 years of age and older
You may notice that our young
men and boys have begun
taking their shirts off while
playing football (soccer), as they
like to imitate our wonderful
visitors and students. Please
make an effort, even on the
hottest of days, to respect the
culture and be an example of
integrity and modesty to our
young men – and help them
retain this piece of their own
culture by modeling this to
them. Your presence and your
example have such an impact
on our children. Please be part
of the story that changes their
perspective on what gives them
value and worth.
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FOOTWEAR
Footwear options are plentiful but your choices
don’t need to be complicated. Simple flip-flops are
more than sufficient if you don’t want to spend
money on expensive sandals.
Comfortable thick soled sandals or flip flops which
are easy to slip off may be the perfect companion,
allowing your feet to breathe and giving you
enough protection against thorns, stones and glass.
Whether you choose flip-flops, sandals, Crocs or
Chacos, the best options for footwear are shoes that
you can easily wash and don’t absorb water. It may
be wise to bring more than one pair, but there are
plenty of shoes for sale in Pemba, so if your shoes
should break, you will have plenty of options to
choose from.
RUNNING & EXCERCISE
Regardless of what you choose, its imperative to
wear shoes at all times. Cutaneous larvae can
burrow into your feet; broken glass is plentiful and
sharp objects are easily hidden beneath the sand.
Avoid paying for emergency medical care by
wearing shoes at all times.
For those of you interested in bringing running
shoes to exercise, you are more than welcome to
join in a group of friends and run to your hearts
content.
For Ladies: Absolutely NO leggings – you must
wear non-tight fitting capri’s or shorts that cover
your knees while running.
For Men: You must wear a shirt while running.
The only time it is permissible to be without shirt is
on the beach or in your house.
Running shoes or hiking boots are an option, but
you won’t often find yourself hiking. Snakes are
not typically found on our compound or in the city,
but outreaches are more rural and snakes may be
encountered in tall grasses and on walking
pathways.
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Internet & Phones
We understand that it is important to communicate
with family and friends at home to share your
experiences. Tablets & laptops are usually the
communication tool of choice, and although these
may seem helpful, it is important that you
understand the Internet capabilities in
Mozambique. ALL of Southern Africa uses the
same satellite system for wireless Internet, which
means that the speed of the internet in areas like
Pemba can be very slow.
Laptops, tablets, iPads & iPhones
Many are preparing to bring laptops, computers
and ipads. Please be aware that every week both
visitors and students show up with expensive cell
phones, cameras, laptops, itouches, iphones, ipads a
plethora of other gadgets. These items although
useful in your homeland, reveal a whole new world
to Mozambican nationals. With a median income of
$1.50 a day, purchasing anything of such value is
impossible for them, so please be discreet about
your possessions.
Often students like to bond with the children over
electronic equipment – but we encourage you to
build relationship based on mutual desire for
friendship – not based on electronic equipment.
Theft is also an issue, and word quickly gets around
about who owns the coolest gadgets, so please do
your best to avoid public displays of your
material/electrical wealth. A good rule of thumb –
if you care about it and don’t want it to be stolen or
broken or lost – leave it at home.
We encourage students to leave electronic
equipment at home if possible – leaving the western
world behind for 10 weeks is more beneficial than
being connected to it.
Internet
There are a few different internet cafes in Pemba,
but they have a limited number of computers, and
can be very slow. A trip into town to send a quick
email or update on Facebook can take hours longer
than you anticipated, just due to lines and internet
speed. Please have low expectations of Internet
capabilities. With 300 hundred extra students and
hundreds of visitors, Pemba is bustling with activity
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and western standards of Internet access usually
disappoint. There are a few places that have
wireless, but it too is typically slow and
occasionally doesn’t work at all.
You can purchase a dongle/mobile jump drive that
will cost about $100 USD that will allow you to
connect to the internet by purchasing phone credit
– but that too can get expensive – and can also be a
distraction that allows you to connect more with
the world back home than the world you originally
came to engage in.
Phones
Smart phones are probably the best way to
communicate through email and international
texting. An inexpensive smart phone can be found
online. If you need a phone we request you to bring a
tri-band non-locked or quad-band non-locked cell phone.
You can easily find one on Amazon. SIM cards can be
bought in Pemba for just $5 USD. With a
Mozambican SIM card you can be reached easily
by anyone from the other side of the world. This is
the main way we communicate in Mozambique
It is much easier and probably cheaper to use a
smart-phone to text home and will give you access
more easily than a computer. Keep in mind that
phone service too is unreliable, and that sometimes
cell service can be out for days on end. Purchasing
a phone in Pemba will cost you around $100 USD,
so bringing a unlocked tri-band or quad-band
phone will be helpful if you can find it cheaper in
your home country.
Remember also that you will need to bring an
adapter to charge it! SIM cards are cheap in Pemba
and you pay as you go for phone credit. A smartphone will be best way to communicate with home
as it will allow you to connect to the Internet and
complete email or Facebook updates should you so
desire.
An UNLOCKED phone means that it is not
required to be used with a specific carrier – so it is
able to use any phone service with a SIM card
throughout the world.
The SIM cards in Pemba are normal sized. If you
are bringing a phone that needs a microSIM card,
be sure to bring a SIM card cutter.
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BANKING & CURRENCY
The local currency in Pemba is the Meticais.
Typically $1 USD = 30 MTZ. We recommend
you bring US dollars. They are the only currency
readily exchangeable in Pemba. Be sure that you
bring US bills 2006 or later, with the large
portraits, as older- style bills are NOT generally
accepted.
Please make sure the bills are clean with no ink
marks, or tears. Bills must be new – completely
UNMARKED (which means, no ink, writing,
stains or any other discoloration).
Bills that are $50 USD and higher have the
highest exchange rate. What does that mean? It
means that if you exchange a $50 USD bill you
may get 30 meticais to each dollar. If you use a
$20 USD you may only get 26 meticais to the
dollar. Then again – if you use a $100 dollar bill
– you may get 32 mets. The higher the bill, the
higher the exchange rate.
Credit Cards & ATMs
Credit cards are accepted in several places in town and
there are several ATM’s from which you can withdraw
money from your bank account.
Before your departure, it’s important to call your bank
and your credit card company. Let them know you will
be traveling to Africa so that when they see use of your
card in a foreign country, they permit the transactions
to go through. If you don’t call them – your card may
be cancelled and activating it again from Pemba is time
consuming and costly.
How much money you travel with is up to you, but we
suggest anywhere from $300-$500 USD. This will cover
you in case you encounter extra luggage fees or need to
stay in a hotel while in transit.
While traveling to any country, you should be mindful
of where your money and valuables are kept. Avoid
putting ANY money or small electronics in your bags,
purse pockets and/or backpack. compartments. Carry
those items in your own personal pocket or money belt.
Living expenses are very high in Pemba. Many
things you are used to aren't available. Retail
choices have been improving, but the prices are
high. For example, 1 liter of milk = $3.00 USD;
small plain cereal = $9 USD; butter = $10 USD.
As a student of Iris Harvest School, we want you
to spend some time eating with our staff, bible
school students and kids. We are blessed to have
a good diet of basic African cuisine (mostly rice,
beans, potatoes, fish, goat, and some chicken
and eggs). Most of the local Makua people are
not so blessed.
Depending on your budget and time, you will
be able to supplement the food provided by
buying your own from market stalls or in the
town supermarkets. You will find an increasing
range of fruit, vegetables and packaged food
available.
However, we recommend you bring some
comfort food/snacks with you. Across the street
are people who sell roasted peanuts, sweet
wheat, honey treats and bananas. Coke products
are usually available and more specialized or
processed foods are slightly more expensive.
If you don’t tolerate heat well at night, budget to buy a
fan in town for $20 - $30 USD. That of course, will only
be helpful if we have electricity!
Most students suggest budgeting $250 per month for
incidentals, occasional restaurants and food (not
including water, which will typically cost $80 a month
per person.) There are also several events such as your
color group dinner where your color group will pool
money in order to provide dinner for yourselves and
the Mozambican pastors in your group. Your house
group may also choose to pool money to spend on
household cleaning items or extra food. In general
planning $300-$350 USD per month should give you a
decent budget.
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EVERY DAY LIFE IN PEMBA
Washing Laundry
Students will be required to
wash laundry by hand. It can
be a time consuming task, and
one that is not easily mastered if
you have not done it before. It
would be beneficial to research
some YouTube videos
regarding techniques for this
task.
Laundry soap can easily be
purchased in Pemba and is a
better choice than using laundry
soap from home.
Clothespins can be bought in
Pemba, but they break easily. It
is best to bring some better
quality ones from home.
Staff & families will have access
to laundry ladies to help with
washing.
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We ask that you only hang
clothes in the allocated laundry
area and not in or around the
houses. Families and Staff alone
will have access to a laundry
lady once or twice a week for a
small fee.
for rats to return in search of
food.
House Responsibilities
Color Groups
As it is important to maintain a
healthy environment, there are
certain house duties that
students will all share with
housemates.
All students will be assigned to
groups for outreach and certain
activities. Each team is typically
named for different colors in the
Portuguese language.
Houses must be cleaned daily in
order to keep dust and dirt to a
minimum. We especially ask that
the bathrooms be kept clean.
Color group teams do not just
include the Harvest School
Students, but the Mozambican
Bible School students as well.
Both Harvest School and Bible
School students will go on
outreach together, participate in
group activities together and
work together on various tasks
throughout the base.
All food must be stored away to
avoid rats coming into the
houses. If crumbs are left out on
tables or on the floor overnight,
we provide an enticing banquet
We ask that you do not nail or
screw anything into the walls.
Command strips and hooks
with taped backing are good
alternatives.
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Families and couples will all be
assigned to color groups as a
unit and will not be separated.
You will not be allowed to
change to an alternate color
group. If you can’t participate in
any of the assigned team
activities, please inform your
color group leader.
Serving the Center
To help be part of serving the
greater needs of the school and
the base, color groups or house
members will be scheduled to
perform certain daily chores
such as:
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Cleaning the classroom
Sound system set up
Kitchen clean up
Home Groups
Each week students will engage
in a home group where you will
meet at arranged times to share,
pray and have fellowship.
Home group leaders will assist
you in the transition to Harvest
School and help you to get the
best out of your time in Pemba.
We encourage you to invest
with your heart in those
relationships and to learn from
each other.
Wimbi Beach
You have the privilege to live at
the most beautiful beach in
Pemba – Wimbi Beach. You are
welcome to walk there for your
personal time with God or just
for recreation and to go for a
swim, but you must go in a
group or of at least 4 and only
during the daylight hours.
Please read the section on dress
code for appropriate swimwear
and note in the safety section
that it is unwise to take
valuables to the beach even in a
group of people.
Going to Town
You will probably find a taxi or
a ‘chapa’ (pubic transport) is
the best way to find your way to
town. You can walk but it may
take some time.
We kindly request that you go
to town in groups of four
during the day. Also, always be
conscious that you are
representing the Lord Jesus
Christ in everything you do and
wherever you go.
them, have fun on the beach,
sing songs, dance and play with
them.
We respectfully ask that you
please do not make any
promises to our children or the
village children.
Any giving of gifts should be
done in conjunction with Iris
staff. Thank you for your
understanding.
Vehicles
We regret that Iris vehicles may
not be used by any of the
students.
Our Mozambican Children
For daily matters relating to the
Iris children, please talk with
our children’s department.
Please be aware that Iris
children have their own
schedule during the week. The
Mission School schedule is quite
tight, so we will plan some
afternoon and weekend times
when you can interact with
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Giving to Children
Please check with the children’s department
on their protocols on how to give to the
children.
We are trying to encourage relationships that can’t
be bought or measured by "things"
Instead, take time and talk with the youth,
play with the kids, learn their language and
teach them yours. Iris children have all they
need (no matter what they may say).
If, at the end of your school, you feel led to
bless someone you've established a bond with,
talk to the Children’s Director on base about
leaving something to bless the child with on
their birthday, Children's Day or Christmas.
If you brought gifts for the children or want to
do any special activities, we will coordinate
these things with the Children’s Director.
Please do not give any money to any
Mozambicans. We ask that ALL gifts by
visitors or Harvest School students be
channeled through our accounting department
or in conjunction with Iris staff. This will ensure that
the intended purpose/person is the recipient.
Children of Students/Families
Although parents are primarily responsible for the
safety of their own children, please share that
responsibility with them, especially if you see a child
outside of the student area without their parents.
CLASS SUPPLIES
You will need to bring a few pens, pencils and
notebooks if you are interested in taking notes
during lectures. You can buy some notebooks and
pens in Pemba, as there is an office store in town.
We highly recommend you read your books before
departure and leave them at home. Books are heavy
and you will miss out on fun activities in
Mozambique while reading them before graduation.
A compact folding chair or some kind will save
your back, and your backside from sitting on the
concrete floor.
A digital recorder for language learning is helpful
and will also allow you to record and learn
worship songs in Makua or Portuguese. Please
bring a Portuguese/English Bible with you.
Bring a 8GB or larger jump drive/thumb
drive/dongle to gather and share photos music,
and teachings with your new found family! USB
2.0 or 3.0 (USB 1.0 will NOT work for school
recordings)
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SAFETY & PEMBA
Regardless of your budget, when you are traveling in
Africa keep in mind that you are much richer than the
majority of local people around you. While most people
are honest, the sight of someone with cash to spare,
cameras and phones dangling, is too tempting for some.
Be wise about carrying valuable items such as cellphones, I-pods, wallets. Don’t take backpacks unless
necessary. Purses should have thick straps. Thin straps
that are string-like are easy targets for theft.
When visiting villages, (which should only happen
during daylight hours) please take national Bible School
students or other trusted Mozambicans with you.
Bandito attacks have increased in the past few years and
because of this, we have been asked by the chief of police
to follow these guidelines:
During the day, students must always walk in groups of
no less than 4 and in groups of 8 after 5pm.
We strongly advise that anyone who goes out after dark
to travel in a vehicle or taxi.
It is not permitted to sleep outside your house in the
open.
Pictured above: the pathway leading to our
beautiful Bethel Prayer Hut
Curfew & Quiet Time
Villages around our compound
are often in bed & sleeping by
8pm. To respect those in our
community, a strict quiet time is
to be observed in the student
compound from 9:00pm until
6:30am the next morning. This
includes music and even casual
conversation. Please respect this
guideline, as sound travels easily
over the compound walls and
from house to house.
This not just to respect the
community but also to be
considerate of families with
children, and to give people a
chance to spend quiet time with
God and get a good night’s
sleep. Generally students are to
be back on base by 10:00 pm.
Please follow these guidelines for your safety, and for
the safety of those with you.
You MUST be in a group with
flashlights if walking back to the
base from a restaurant after dark
(around 5:30pm).
compound unless express
permission has been given by
the staff and/or children’s
department.
More specific guidelines will be
given at the school.
As a result of previous
difficulties we have experienced,
we kindly ask that you don't
make any promises to children
or local vendors.
Visitors
We encourage you to invite
visitors to our church services.
Please stay with your visitors at
all times to avoid any confusion.
Further, in respect for the
privacy of your fellow students
we kindly ask you to not to
bring visitors or ANY children
(even Iris children) into the
student compound.
No village children or Iris
children or older youth are
allowed inside the student
This includes older Mozambican
youth, etc. If any of the children
help haul stuff for students
(water, groceries etc.), they are
to stop at the gate and not to
enter.
Guards
We have guards throughout the
base who monitor the center and
the school compound. Please
honor the guidelines set forth by
the guards.
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Boundaries for Relationships
First Aid & Clinic Hours
Please refrain from physical affection with the
opposite sex unless you are married. This includes
holding hands, hugging, laying together on day
beds or hammocks, and entering houses of the
opposite sex as that portrays a very different view
in the Mozambican culture than it does in your own
homeland. We do not allow students to be
anywhere secluded alone with someone of the
opposite sex. Failure to respect these guidelines may
result in a student being sent home.
A medical person from the school will be available at all
times. If you are sick, please call the medical phone to
have the medical staff come and assess your health so
you can have the proper care. This number will be given
to you at the school. During the day, we will have
assigned hours for our students to visit the medical clinic
or see the Harvest School Medical Volunteer/s on duty.
Class Recordings
We have so many wonderful worship sessions and
guest speakers with powerful messages. We hope to
be able to record the majority of the classroom
sessions. These recordings will be available at the
end of the school for a cost of $50 USD. Your key
deposit can be used for payment if you wish. The
proceeds from the recordings go to special projects
on the base. Its important to bring a jump
drive/thumb drive/dongle of at least 8GB to store
the recordings on if you would like a copy.
Doctors, Nurses & Medical Personnel
For students who have a medical background, there will
be an opportunity for you to join a rotating medical team
to help with monitoring medical needs.
Family & Friends Visiting
If you have family and friends that want to come visit
you while you are in Pemba, they will have to apply
through our hospitality department. Please be aware
that June – August is our busiest time for visitors and
that those months are booked, sometimes up to a year in
advance.
BRINGING MEDICAL SUPPLIES
As is the case with virtually every jurisdiction,
Mozambique restricts and controls the entry of
pharmaceuticals and medical supplies and
equipment into the country. Iris visitors need to take
careful note of the following information.
Donated medical supplies are deeply appreciated and
highly valued. However, visitors wishing to donate
medical supplies to Iris must send, at least three
weeks in advance, a complete inventory of such items
that will be accompanying you. Please email this list
to the pembahealthcenter@irisglobal.org and they
will respond with information regarding the need for
the items on the list.
When the itemized list has been approved by the
clinical director, you will need to create another list of
the inventory.
The inventory must list the complete name of each
item including size of dosage and quantity, plus an
approximate retail value (even if the item is donated).
We will then have your information translated into
Portuguese and request that the Provincial
Department of Health put their official stamp on a
copy of the list.
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It is recommended that all medications
travel in labeled pharmacy containers or
unopened packaging.
The Health Department’s stamp serves primarily to
confirm to Customs that the goods you are bringing
in are approved by the Department and are not illegal
or restricted. It is still quite possible that Customs
may require you to pay duty on the items you are
bringing in; however, duty should not exceed 10% of
the listed value of the goods.
The above information only applies if Pemba is your
port of entry into Mozambique for Customs clearance
purposes. If you enter into Mozambique through
Maputo, you will need to clarify that with our Health
Clinic director as there may be different paperwork
needed for the process.
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PACKING FOR PEMBA
HINTS, TIPS, TRICKS & WHAT TO LEAVE BEHIND
When you arrive in Pemba you will go through
customs and leave the airport. Every suitcase,
duffel bag, hiking bag, back pack and carry-on
may be opened and the contents reviewed by
customs agents. Anything that looks new,
unused or looks as though it is not a personal
item, will be taxed and you will need to pay
duty on it.
going to starve or be even close to missing out on food
in Pemba. Will it be the standard you are accustomed
to? Probably not - but it’s a temporary circumstance
and unless you have specific medical conditions that
prevent you from consuming the food in Pemba, the
stores in the city have enough luxury items for
purchase that you won't feel deprived. You can
purchase the following in Pemba:
A few tips on packing:
• SPREAD items out – don’t put all your
clothes in one bag and only camping
gear in another.
• USE your new items, shoes, clothes, tent
& camping gear.
• PLACE at least one change of clothes,
toothbrush, toothpaste and other
personal hygiene items into your carry-on, in case your luggage does not make
it to Pemba with you.
• TAKE off all tags and stickers.
If you are looking for a way to make new
clothes look used – wash them several times,
even the ones you are bringing for the children.
Your tent and camping gear should have a bit of
dirt, some markings or duct tape – whatever
you need to do to make it look like you’ve used
it before. Invite some friends, have a sleepover
in your tent. Track some dirt through it, slap on
some duct tape. Use it. Scuff it up a bit. Even if
it’s dirty at your home – it’s cleaner than it’s
ever going to be in Pemba!
Medications & Vitamins:
These should stay in their original
packaging/bottles and should not be taken out
and placed in ziploc/plastic bags to save space.
Open them – take the seals off so they know you
have been using them for personal use.
Food
It’s fine to bring some familiar things like
comfort foods, but remember that if it looks like
you brought a store house you may end up
paying taxes on it. In all honesty - you aren't
COOKIES* CRACKERS/SNACKS/CHIPS/CRISPS*NUTELLA
JAMS/JELLIES* CHOCOLATE&CANDYBARS* PEANUTBUTTER
*POPCORN* FRESHFRUITS,VEGETABLES*EGGS*PEANUTS
*BREAD* CHEESE* YOGURT* BUTTER/MARGARINE* SPICES:
SALT,PEPPER,CINNAMON,NUTMEG,ADOBE,CURRY*FLOUR,
BAKINGSODA,SUGAR* JUICE* MILK*CEREAL*OATMEAL*
COCOA*SODA/POP/COKE*COFFEE(QUITEEXPENSIVE)
Below you will find a little information to help you
make some decisions regarding what to bring that can
save you a few pounds!
Laundry Soap
Laundry soap in the western world is used specifically
for high-energy machines and is not good to use for
hand-washing clothes. Bring a few small travel
laundry soaps with you – then purchase laundry soap
in Pemba that is made specifically for hand-washing
(which means the soap rinses out easily) and is very
inexpensive. Borax is a great powder to bring as it
helps with cleaning the house and laundry and can be
used as roach and ant bait!
Note: Please bring a Portuguese/English Bible with
you to Pemba.
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Toiletries
It will save a lot of weight if you bring travel size
samples of the necessities, and purchase the rest
in Pemba. They may be more expensive in
Pemba – but will save you money if you don’t
have to pay overage on the weight of your
luggage. Feminine Hygiene products are
available, but are very expensive and very rare.
Best to bring your own.
If you aren't picky and don't mind using a
different/off brand, the following can be
purchased in Pemba:
SHAMPOO*CONDITIONER*SHAVINGCREAM*TOOTHPASTE
(VERYINEXPENSIVE)*TOOTHBRUSH*LOTION*BODYSOAP
(BARS&LIQUID)*LAUNDRYSOAP*DISHSOAP*TOILETPAPER
*DEODORANT*BUGSPRAY(EXPENSIVE)*CLEANING
SUPPLIES*SCRUBBRUSHES*
Household Items:
Most houses you will be living in have a limited
amount of utensils, silverware, plates, bowls,
pots and pans. These can be brought with you –
but can also be purchased in Pemba. They are
not always great quality – but the quality of
things available is getting better over time:
FORKS* CUPS* KNIVES*SPOONS* PLATES* POTS
*FRYINGPANS* BAKINGPANS* CLEANINGITEMS*
TUPPERWARE* CLOTHESPINS(NOTVERYSTURDY)
Heidi praying for Harvest School students
It’s a good idea to bring a few dishtowels and
hand towels to use in the kitchen and bathrooms.
Matches are abundant in Pemba.
Bath Towels
Heavy towels are not ideal for the climate in
Pemba. They are difficult to wash and rinse and
usually end up smelling moldy. Bring some
quick dry towels or a large piece fabric that
absorbs and dries quickly to use for bathing.
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Plastic storage bags
Trash bags: small, medium or large
Dish rags/clothes
A few ant or roach bait food traps (not
aerosol spray)
Mattress covers (to help avoid the spread
of bed bugs). Single mattress for single
students & children, double mattress for
couples
Bed bug fogger (just in case – we’ve had a
few cases of bed bugs)
Borax (good for cleaning house, laundry,
and can be used for roach/ant bait
A good can opener
Mosquito repellent (anything with 20-40
percent Deet is more than sufficient)
Portuguese dictionary or phrasebook
A light weight bag for shopping
Please note: It will be important to bring a
lanyard for your house key – one that goes
around your neck is the best option.
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MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS
As a student body we gather every
morning at 8am to send worship out
over the city and up to the heavens! This
worship is most often student-led.
Students will have an opportunity to
sign up for and join a rotational worship
for the duration of the school. Bring
your guitars, flutes, bagpipes and voices
because we will be bringing nothing less
that our whole hearts every morning.
Musical instruments are not available for
purchase in Pemba.
NAME TAGS
Please bring a nametag with your name clearly printed on it. Not only does it help us identify you and for
the benefit other students, but Rolland & Heidi really loves to be able to see your name in class. Bring it and
wear it, & bring extra in case you loose one! You can bring any type of nametag and make it as creative as
you desire. Include your name, city or state & country.
Example:
First Name Last Name
Tennessee, USA
While 300 Harvest School students are arriving in Pemba, there will also be more than 200 Mozambicans
students arriving to attend the Pemba Bible School. Most of these students come to the Bible School at a
huge sacrifice to their families. They often come with only the clothes they have on. For this reason
Rolland & Heidi ask that each student bring an extra set of sheets for the Bible School students as a gift to
your Mozambican classmates. Other items you may want to
consider bringing for the Bible School students are:
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ABUTTON-UPSHIRTORPOLOSHIRT(SIZESMALLORMEDIUM)
T-SHIRT(SIZESMALL–LARGEFORMENORWOMEN)
ABACKPACK
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DONATIONS
For those of you interested in bringing items for the children or
missionaries, we have a few Wish Lists available online in your
Harvest School Account.
Also, we have recently built new buildings in our compound for
students and are having a hard time finding shower curtains in
Pemba. It would be very helpful for you and your housemates if
you brought an 84-inch long mold resistant shower curtain. Two
are needed per home. They can be purchased online.
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Student Manual HS25
Updated May 2016
COMMUNICATION
(GUIDELINES FOR EMAILS, UPDATES & FACEBOOK)
We know that many of you use and
communicate using the Internet, whether
through email and community sites such as
Facebook or through blogs, online newsletters
or personal websites.
We are excited that many students are going to
be joining us on our extended outreaches all
over the world. However, with every positive is
a potential negative. We strongly urge all of you
to exercise EXTREME CAUTION in any
communication online and via email. Many of
you may not realize how closely the Internet is
monitored, especially by such agencies as
immigration.
Avoid talking openly about times,
places, dates, and the full nature of
Iris work.
We do not want to compromise Iris, or each
other, in any way as they continue to take the
gospel into the darkest and hardest corners of
the world, encouraging persecuted believers
and seeing nations come to Jesus.
The main five areas that we would ask you to
make sure are NOT in any online blogs etc (and
carefully coded or disguised in emails): China,
Tibet, India, Indonesia, and Israel.
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Our basic 4 prong guideline is that we try in all we
do (email, web etc.) to not talk openly or
unnecessarily about specific 1) times 2) places 3)
dates or 4) the full nature of our work.
Guidelines to consider:
-STAY VAGUE: Use the names of Continents rather
than countries and specific locations. The words
"team" and "family" are much better than the
names of specific individuals, locations and last
names, thus keeping each other protected. Even if
you are talking about your own personal heart or
calling to an area, be aware that whatever you
write could also compromise your immigration to
that country in the future.
-STAY POSITIVE: Please be aware of the language
that you use when writing. Many conversational
or even biblical terms can be read in more than
one light and easily be taken the wrong way. We
wish to always be purely communicating Jesus'
heart of service, respect of culture and of love.
-STAY SAFE: If you are unsure of what you can
and can’t write...don't write anything until you
have checked the www.irisglobal.org site. If it is
already online officially, then go ahead, if it’s
not...leave it in phone conversations (outside the
countries concerned), letters and private
correspondence. Please - if in doubt – leave it out!
Iris Global
School of Missions
Long Term Opportunities
We usually require everyone who wants to
come as a long-term missionary to attend our
School first. Opportunities to serve at different
Iris mission bases will open up, but only a few
of them will be in Pemba.
You will have the opportunity to meet with the
Long Term Committee during the Harvest
School. This interview will give you an
opportunity to share your dreams for the
future, communicate your skills and attributes
and allow you to consider the positions we
have available at our bases worldwide.
After graduation a student may be transferred to
another base after a successful interview. If you
want to come back as a long-term missionary, you
need to re-apply after returning home. We like to
get to know each individual first and hear their
heart, before taking them on as a long-term
missionary.
Iris Core Values are a vital part of missionary life
and it’s important that you read through the
document in your required reading so that you are
familiar with our lifestyle and expectations in
missions.
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