PEACEMAKING in every neighborhood.
Peacemakers is a network of city-based communities shaped by the Service-Learning Model and Peacemakers Training of Border Perspective.
Each city is led by a trained facilitator who gathers people to:
listen before speaking
learn before acting
follow local leaders
practice love of neighbor and love of stranger
This is not just about gathering, it is a way of life learned together.
TRAINING & EXPERIENCE
Every gathering begins with formation:
Biblical vision of peacemaking
Love-based ethics in public life
Migration, justice & reconciliation
Trauma-aware engagement
Story + listening practices
Discernment for your context
Formats by City
— 1-Day Intensive – introduction & core practices
— Weekend Immersion – training + local field experience
Peacemakers
United States Locations
PCMKRS SEATTLE
Lead: OCC
Format: 1-Day
PCMKRS MINNEAPOLIS
Lead: YONATHAN
Format: Weekend Immersion
PCMKRS CLEVELAND
Lead: MATT
Format: Cohort Pathway
PCMKRS RGV (Border)
Home Site – BORDER SUMMIT 2026
UPCOMING TRIPS
For additional trip dates, please contact us.
WHO THIS IS FOR
Pastors & church leaders
Young adults & students
Nonprofit practitioners
Educators
Business & civic leaders
Neighbors asking how to love well in divided times
You don’t need answers.
You need a posture.
TENTATIVE ITINERARY
*Please note that this schedule is subject to change
Day 1
Arrival between 3PM - 5PM
Orientation
Dinner
Day 2
Journey South Texas Border
Learn About Border Perspective
Meet Local Partners
DAY 3
Visit Historical Sites
Lunch & Debrief
Departure After 2PM
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
+ WHEN SHOULD I REGISTER FOR MY TRIP?
We recommend you secure your spot as soon as you are ready as these trips have limited availability.
+ ARE BACKGROUND CHECKS REQUIRED?
Yes. Any person 18 or older is responsible for getting a background check.
+ IS OUR VISION TRIP SAFE?
Yes. Your safety is always a top priority. All of our partnerships are long-standing relationships with vetted ministries. As for general safety, rest assured that the border is one of the most patrolled regions in the country with an extremely high level of law enforcement presence.
+ IS BORDER PERSPECTIVE AFFILIATED WITH A DENOMINATION?
Border Perspective is a division of Real Resources Inc., a 501(c)(3) charitable organization based in Golden Valley, Minnesota.
+ HOW ARE PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS WE VISIT SELECTED?
Border Perspective works alongside local Pastors, non-profit organizations, and local churches year round. Our team lives and serves border communities on a year round basis. Border Perspective collaborates with local Pastors to plan what organizations or churches you will be visiting during your trip.
+ WHAT IS THE DRESS CODE?
During your trip, it is important that you make every effort to dress respectfully, modestly, and appropriately. Please understand there are different cultural norms in the places that you are visiting. While certain clothing may be acceptable back home, it might not be appropriate for your trip. Please review the dress code below and pack accordingly. If you have any questions, please contact us.
Please bring a nicer outfit for the Sunday morning church service. It is recommended that ladies wear a skirt or summer dress. Men can wear khaki shorts or long pants with a nice t-shirt/shirt.
+ WHAT IS THE TRIP COST?
The trip cost is $475 per person. The costs covers all meals, service & learning opportunities, and lodging (shared room) while in South Texas. It does NOT cover your flight to South Texas or transporation on the ground.
+ WHEN IS ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE?
Please plan to arrive by 3:00 PM on the start day of your trip. Our team will welcome you. The trip concludes with lunch, debrief and departure at 2PM. We are happy to accommodate your travel plans so please contact us if you need special arrival or departure plans.
+ Transportation
You are responsible for purchasing your own airline tickets and rental car. If you are flying in to South Texas, the airports nearest to us are McAllen International Airport (MFE - 15 minutes from site), Valley International Airport (HRL - 40 minutes from site), Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport (BRO - 1 hour from site), and San Antonio International Airport (SAT- 4 hours from site: often more direct flights).
