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Service Learning Trip Information Booklet

“Educating and equipping servant leaders through Christian Discipleship and Expeditionary Learning to impact the Dominican .” Maps:

The DR is located in the Sea & shares the island of the with .

The City of is located in the Mountains in the center of the DR. It has a population of around 25,000 people.

1. Doulos Discovery School 2. Las Villas 3. La Plaza Confluencia 4. Church Amor a Quisqueya 5. field “El Play” 6. The 2 Rivers meet 7. Shining Jesus 8. Supermercado Jarabacoa 9. Souvenir shop 10. Park Duarte 11. Vegetable market 12. Café y Panadería 13. Police 14. Dos Rios Clinic

Spanish Phrases: Common Questions and Answers ¿CÓMO TE LLAMAS? OH-mo TAY YAH-mahs What’s your name? ME LLAMO MAY YAH-moh My name is…

¿CÓMO ESTÁS? COH-mo ay-STAHS How are you? ESTOY BIEN ay-STOY bee-AYN I am fine ESTOY ASI ASI ay-STOY ah-SEE ah-SEE I am so so

¿CUÁNTOS AÑOS TIENES? KWAN-tos AH-nyos tee-Ay-nays How old are you? TENGO…AÑOS TAYN-go…AH-nyos I am …years old

¿DÓNDE VIVES? DOAN-day VEE-vays Where do you live? VIVO EN VEE-vo ayn I live in…

¿TIENES…? Tee-AY-nays Do you have…? SI, TENGO See, TAYN-go Yes, I have…

¿ADÓNDE VAS? Ah-DON-day VAHS Where are you going? VOY A VOY-ah I am going to…

¿QUÉ HACES? KAY- ah-SAYS What are you doing?

Words Used In Church

GLORIA A DIOS . GLOR-ee-ah-dee-OHS Glory/Praise to God DIOS LE BENDIGA. dee-OHS bayn-DEE-gah God bless you JESÚS hay-ZEUS Jesus ESPÍRITU SANTO ay-SPEAR-ee-too SAHN-toe Holy Spirit IGLESIA ee-GLAY-see-yah church BIBLIA BEE-blee-yah Bible CRISTIANO cree-stee-YAH-no Christian

Miscellaneous FAMILIA fah-MEE-lee-yah. Family PADRE. PAH-dray Father MADRE MAH-dray Mother HERMANO air-MAH-no Brother HERMANA. air-MAH-na Sister NIÑOS NEE-nyose Children OTRA VEZ OH-trah vase Again (say it) POR FAVOR poor fah-VORE Please VÁMANOS VAH-mo-nose Let’s go GRACIAS GRAH-see-ahs Thank you DE NADA day NAH-dah You’re welcome ERES BONITA AIR-ays BOW-nee-tah You are pretty ERES BUENO AIR-ays BWAYNE-oh You are good ¡ESCUCHA! Ay-SKOOTCH-ah Listen Common Questions

¿DÓNDE ESTÁ EL BAÑO? DOAN-day ay-STAH el ban-YO Where is the bathroom? ¿QUÉ ES ESTO? Kay ays AYS-toe What is this? ¿CUÁNTO CUESTA? KWAHN-toe KWAY-stah How much does this cost? ¿CÓMO SE DICE COH-moh say DEE-say How do you say… ¿QUÉ HORA ES? Kay OAR-a es What time is it?

Greetings

HOLA OH-lah Hello ADIÓS ah-dee-OHS Goodbye BUENOS DÍAS BWAY-nos DEE-ahs Good day BUENAS TARDES BWAY-nos TAR-days Good afternoon BUENAS NOCHES BWAY-nos NO-chays Good night HASTA LUEGO AHS-tah loo-AY-go See you later HASTA MAÑANA AHS-tah mah-NYA-na See you tomorrow

Serving Untensils PLATO PLA-to Plate TENEDOR TEN-ay-door Fork CUCHILLO CU-chi-yo Knife CUCHARA CU-char-a Spoon SERVILLETA SER-vi-yeta Napkin TAZA TA-za Cup VASO VA-zo Glass YO NECESITO YO-NEC-es-ito I need

NUMBERS Uno 1 Veinte 20 Dos 2 Treinta 30 Tres 3 Cuarenta 40 Cuatro 4 Cincuenta 50 Cinco 5 Sesenta 60 Seis 6 Setenta 70 Siete 7 Ochenta 80 Ocho 8 Noventa 90 Nueve 9 Cien 100 Diez 10 Doscientos 200 Once 11 Trescientos 300 Doce 12 Quatrocientos 400 Trece 13 Quinientos 500 Catorce 14 Seiscientos 600 Quince 15 Setecientos 700 Dieciséis 16 Ochocientos 800 Diecisiete 17 Novecientos 900 Dieciocho 18 Mil 1000 Diecinueve 19 Dominican Republic Facts: Location: Caribbean, eastern 2/3 of the island of Hispaniola, between the and the North , east of Haiti

Capital:

Climate: Although very hot on the coasts, in our mountains, most days will get up to the mid- upper 80’s and cool off nicely at night. The year round average temperature is 21º C or 77º F. Rain is off and on. Typically if it rains, it will only rain for an hour in the morning or the afternoon and the rest of the day is dry and sunny. The rainy seasons are from May-August & November-.

Population: 9,500,000

Religions: Roman Catholic 95%, but still does not mean it is 95% that are practicing Catholicism. The other 5% is mixed between Jehova Witnesses, evangelical, penticastal, eastern religions, and athism. Voodoo is unpopular with most Dominicans, but it is practiced secretly along the Haitian border.

Government:  Representative  Current President: - Next election will be in Spring of 2016

History Facts:  First people on island Hispaniola were called Taínos (Indians)  fist discovered island in 1492  part of the trade route and the start of the New  Santo Domingo was the capital of the in 1500’s  Under Spanish rule in 1500’s, French in 1795, and Haitian in 1821  Became independent on 27, 1844

Major Industries: Agriculture, construction, and services (in home services: nail salons, taxi services, tire changing, maids)

Public Transportation: Major transportation is with Guaguas (15 or more passenger vans) and motoconchos (motorcycles). You’ll see many moto’s driving around town and many people sitting next to their motorcycles asking if you want a ride.

Sports: Baseball is the most popular sport. The biggest exporter of MLB players is the Dominican Republic, with 73 currently in the league. Throughout history, the Dominican Republic has produced a steady stream of stars, including , , Pedro Martinez, , Hanley Ramirez, , , and many more. 27 teams have training facilities in the DR.

Food: The biggest meal of the day is lunch and can last a few hours. Dinners will then be eaten fairly late at night. Most meals are served with plantains, root vegetables, rice, or meat. There are two popular traditional dishes:  La Bandera (the flag): white rice and red beans served with a meat  : a meat, plantain, and vegetable stew Values: Strong core values may include: . Family . Relationships . Often business will be done because of relationship & not so much for efficiency & quality

Style: There is a high importance on appearance; shorts and tank tops are not worn in church. Their style can be compared to high fashion such as in New York.

Etiquette: Politeness is very important; make a general greeting such as “Buenos Dias” (good day) or “Buen Provecho” (enjoy your meal). Things to remember:  Personal space is limited and touching is very normal.  Dominicans point with puckered lips instead of a finger (yes, this can be very awkward at times…)  A normal greeting is a kiss on the right cheek

Games: Dominoes are a favorite with Dominicans and will be played many times within a week for many hours.

Noise: There will be noises ALL night long. You will constantly be hearing Dominican music, car alarms, dogs barking, and people’s voices; it’s normal and you’ll learn to love it as the time goes on. 

Stereotypes: There can be many stereotypes with Dominicans, but remember there are also those for as well. Remember to keep an open mind and acceptance towards people of the country you are in. Here is a chart showing the positive and negative sides of Dominicans:

Positive Negative Content Lazy, slow Living in harmony with life inefficient Servant attitude indifferent Very spiritually minded Corrupt Independent Poor, unneducated, needing help, controlled by tradition

Time: Time is flexible. People are more important than schedules. People value relationships over possessions and time. Most events begin later than planned and may go on longer than planned.

MINISTERING CROSS - CULTURALLY The most important thing to remember on any short-term mission trip is that you are there to serve, not to be served. You are there as an invited guest. Encourage each other to have the attitudes and actions of a guest which include being courteous, being polite, having good manners and being thankful.

The American culture is very different from other cultures. One of the main differences is our freedom to “just be ourselves”. This is often offensive in other cultures. It is extremely important to sit back and take in the culture you are part of without giving into the temptation to want to change it and make it like your own. While many nationals may not understand everything you say, they are watching everything you do. That includes every face you make, laugh you give or gesture you may think no one saw.

Here are some key points to remember:

DO 1. Be flexible/adaptable. 2. Give yourself the freedom to fail. 3. Have realistic expectations that focus on serving God and others above yourself. 4. Tolerate differences. 5. Be empathetic, put yourself in the other’s place. 6. Be open-minded, have a learner’s attitude. 7. Have a sense of humor. 8. Rely on the Spirit, not the flesh. 9. Ask for permission before taking a picture of someone. (Asking if you may have your picture taken with them will usually elicit a very positive response.) 10. Eat what you’re served.

DON’T 1. Make fun of things that give the people a sense of pride. 2. Be insensitive of others’ feelings. 3. Take photos when you are told not to take them. 4. Don’t brag about yourself or accomplishments. Be transparent and humble about yourself and your lifestyle. 5. At no time should we discuss our political views or ideology. Our only message is Jesus Christ and new life in Him. 6. Do not criticize any church (Catholic, Orthodox, etc.). Do not get into theological arguments. 7. Do not be pushy, boastful, or overly demonstrative (hugs, etc). This may be offensive to some people. However, do be receptive to their expressions of affection. Always be warm, gracious and courteous. 8. Search for a romantic relationship with a national. 9. Give money away to nationals. No exceptions. Please speak with a staff member if your want to help meet a need and they will help you do so appropriately. 10. Please do not promise or offer visas to the Dominicans and . If you want to help one of the nationals, please speak with a Doulos staff member first.

Dominican National Anthem: Every morning at Doulos the students sing the national anthem before school starts. This will happen at a time called “Flag.” Please feel free to join in on this event if you’d like. Other things that happen during flag are announcements for the day, prayer, and “The Doulos,” which is something that is just too exciting you will just have to see for yourself!

Original Spanish Words: English Translation:

Quisqueyanos valientes alcemos Brave men of Quisqueya, nuestro canto con viva emoción Let us sing with strong feeling Y del mundo a la faz ostentemos And let us show to the world Nuestro invicto glorioso pendón Our invincible, glorious banner.

Salve el pueblo que intrepido y fuerte Hail, O people who, strong and intrepid, A la guerra a morir se lanzó Launched into war and went to death! Cuando en belico reto de muerte Under a warlike menace of death, Sus cadenas de esclavo rompio. You broke your chains of slavery.

Ningun pueblo ser libre merece No country deserves to be free Si es esclavo, indolente y servil, If it is an indolent and servile slave, Si en su pecho la llama no crece If the call does not grow loud within it, Que templo el heroismo viril. Tempered by a virile heroism.

Mas Quisqueya dla indomita y brava But the brave and indomitable Quisqueya Siempre altiva la frente alzará, Will always hold its head high, Que si fuere mil veces esclava For if it were a thousand times enslaved, Otras tantas ser libre sabra. It would a thousand times regain freedom.

Doulos Discovery School What does Doulos mean? Doulos is an ancient Greek word (δοῦλος), which means "slave". The word, as originally used in the Bible, carried the idea of being a servant who had willfully chosen to be bound to his master. Being a "Doulos" also carries the idea of impacting others with a lifestyle of service; it's about being a servant-leader.

What is Doulos Discovery School? Doulos is a Christian, college-preparatory, Expeditionary Learning, English-immersion school. We provide sponsorship-supported PK-12 education to students of varying socioeconomic classes in the Dominican Republic.

Mission Statement: “Educating and equipping servant leaders through Christian Discipleship and Expeditionary Learning to impact the Dominican Republic.”

Founded: in 2002 by and Krista Wallace

Current Leadership: Danae LeMoine, School Director -- Mike Zweber, Executive Director of Doulos Ministires

Accredited by: ACSI and AdvancED International

Doulos this week: Ask questions as often as you can about anything. This week is not only for you to serve, but to LEARN. Feel free to broaden your knowledge about Doulos, by getting to know our teachers, students, and families. The week will go by fast, so take advantage of any opportunity to learn and experience new people and ideas.

Ways to engage:  Staff prayer- all staff meets at 7:30am in the library to pray and begin the day. If you find yourself with some free time, you can ask teachers or staff if they need help in the classroom or have any other needs (organizing, homework help, reading, tutoring, etc.)  Flag- every morning Doulos students and staff gather in the amphitheater to sing the national anthem, pray, and make announcements. Feel free to sit with students or staff as they begin the day!  Recess- all students have recess. Kids love to play in the cancha (basketball court), comedor (tables in front), and playground. Feel free to begin conversations, play with kids, or meet parents. They love to feel valued.  Lunch time- Teachers eat above the Café, but students can be found in the all over campus. Many parents come to Doulos at recess and lunch to eat with their children. Most students speak English so you can ask one them to translate.

Engage in the Culture Culture: There will be many opportunities for you to interact with Dominicans and please do! In addition to names and jobs, you can ask where people are from, if they have pets, what their family is like, typical foods they eat, and what they like about Jarabacoa. On people’s journeys home, some of the most memorable times were interacting with the locals. If you’re shy, take someone with you, or grab someone who can translate. People are very friendly, just say hello on the streets and find out! Every stranger is a friend you haven’t met yet!

Enjoy the Culture:  Sports and Exercise - You can take a run to the river and back after school or any time (about 4 miles). If you like baseball, you can visit “El Play” to watch a game or join a game. If you like soccer or , you can stay to watch or help after school. If you like football or Frisbee, you can play after school on campus and invite others to join.

 Sponsorship Family Dinner- This night will be eye-opening. You will likely have the opportunity to have dinner in the home of one of our Sponsorship Families. Feel free to ask as many questions as you can and make new friends. Really get to know your family by sharing meaningful stories or ways God has worked in your life and family. Be observant of their interests. If they have dominoes, learn dominoes. Asking questions shows that you value their opinions and are interested in Dominican life.

 Tour of town- We'll walk into town to visit the supermarket, park, vegetable market, and souvenir shop. During the week, make a mental note of what typical Dominicans enjoy- food, jewelry, colors, decorations. Before buying items for friends, you can ask students or locals what truly represents the Dominican culture. Maybe they'll join the shopping also!

Important Numbers: Heather’s Cell Phone: (829) 464-9911 Mike’s Cell Phone (829) 381-4387 Becky’s Cell Phone (829) 381-5800 Catalina’s Cell Phone: (829) 679- 2680 Doulos School Front Office: (809) 574- 2979 Las Villas: (809) 574- 2686 Casas Tranquila: (809) 918- 4065 Giovanni (driver): (809) 641- 6797