Safety in Mafraq, Jordan What do other Racers need to know in order to be safe? Current safety protocols/precautions in place? Any relevant issues/concerns? Any precautionary suggestions?
People’s Opinions
Just in general you want to have a buddy with you at all times in the Middle East. The atmosphere on the streets felt safe in this town, but the ministry host and AIM requires you to have a buddy at all times. We were a team of all girls and we felt safe walking out and about, even at night.
Ministry Summary
Ministry Summary in Mafraq, Jordan Breakthroughs? Suggestions? Concerns? On a scale of 1-4 (1 being not at all, 4 being absolutely) how strongly would you recommend another World Race team go to this ministry location & why?
People’s Opinions
This was my favorite ministry that we did so I would for sure say a 4!! Doing this ministry not only gives you a chance to live with community that isn’t just your WR team, but it also gives you a chance to just sit and listen to the Syrian refugees, while also providing their needs. The pastor always quotes, “Everyone wants to know about the refugees, but no one wants to talk to one.” Also, the host people are all kind and welcoming. We were there for the Holidays and they made that place our home! Also they have a super dope prayer room on the roof!
Lodging
Lodging in Mafraq, Jordan Where did you stay? What were the accommodations (sleeping arrangements, toilets, showers, etc.)? Cost (per person per night in USD), Contact info.
People’s Opinions
We stayed at Crossroads church in Mafraq with pastor Nour and it was great! You stay at the church in community dorms. They were just renovated so they are actually pretty nice. You have about 10 people to a room with bunk beds and full clean bedding. You get storage for all of your stuff. Each room gets bathroom with a toilet and shower. I think it was a little over budget, but we lived at the place that we did ministry and so LT wasn’t really needed.
Food / Meals
Food / Meals in Mafraq, Jordan What did you eat? Where did you get the food? Cost (per person per day in USD)? Contact info (if applicable).
People’s Opinions
If I remember correctly we were on a $4 budget per person and we always had plenty food and even hosted quite a bit. We at the local Shwarma places that are right down the road and there is a grocery store about .5 miles from the church! Also, the church provides clean water for you to drink.
Transportation
Transportation in Mafraq, Jordan What transportation did you use to enter the country? Where were you coming from? What transportation was used to move throughout the country? Be sure to include the cost per person in USD and contact info if applicable.
People’s Opinions
We flew into Amman. To get to Mafraq we took a bus that our host set up for us. While in the city we used mainly our feet, but sometimes we needed to use a taxi and it was 1 dinar.
Medical
Medical in Mafraq, Jordan Information on local hospitals / doctors / pharmacies. Where would someone go in a medical emergency? (addresses and contact info).
People’s Opinions
There are a couple of hospitals in the town and the host is always on call if need to take anyone. There is a pharmacy right next to the church, most of us got like a cold at some point and just went to the pharmacy and picked up cough drops and meds and it worked great! Also there are a couple of nurses that work as a translator for the church now, but they are available to help out as well!
Communication
Communication in Mafraq, Jordan Did you have cell reception / Internet service? Where? Carrier / Provider, where did you get phones / SIM cards, cost? Country code?
People’s Opinions
There is a SIM card place right across the street from the church and were super easy to get. The host will give you a SIM card to use until you can get one yourself. Also, there is WiFi at the church that is pretty good.
Financial
Financial in Mafraq, Jordan Location of banks or ATMs, notes about transaction fees, best places to exchange money, and other money related advice.
People’s Opinions
There is a place that doesn’t charge for money exchanges right across the street from the church and they have a ATM there as well. Also, there are plenty of ATMs throughout the city.
Translators
Translators in Mafraq, Jordan List any local translators – name and contact information, languages spoken
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Off Days / Fun Activities
Off Days / Fun Activities in Mafraq, Jordan What activities did your team experience? Recommendations? List locations/contact info. Any locations to be avoided? Any extra safety tips for off days?
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Other Important Contacts
Other Important Contacts in Mafraq, Jordan Additional ministry opportunities, local pastors, etc. Relationship & follow up suggestions
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Additional Info
Additional Info in Mafraq, Jordan Anything we’ve left out? Any additional suggestions to make travel easier for others?