GO Week 2026:
“Therefore go and make disciples of all nations…”
By Samantha DePriest
In 2018, Trinity Christian School officially launched GO Week. It models after the King of Kings through a week of concentrated servanthood. The goal is for students to grow in their faith, experience the joy of serving others, and see firsthand how God is at work in the world. Since the inception, hundreds and hundreds of TCS students have served locally, regionally, and across the globe as the hands and feet of Jesus. This past week high school parents had the opportunity to hear the heart of Dr. Anthony, Head of School, and Mr. James Wheeler, High School Principal, as they officially launched GO Week 2026 in a parents meeting. Dr. Anthony shared the history and vision behind GO Week as well as a beautiful documentary about Hannah Heilman, TCS Alumni, who has been called by God to enter the mission field. Mr. Wheeler shared, “Our prayer is that God would begin shaping hearts even now, and that TCS would shine His light and leave a lasting impact in every community we serve, both near and far.”
Dr. Mark Anthony, TCS Head of School
Mr. James Wheeler, HS Principal
“Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit.” Matthew 28:19.
Mrs. Cindy Tipton, Operation Mobilization Representative
Mrs. Cindy Tipton, Operation Mobilization representative, shared about international mission trip opportunities made possible through our ongoing partnership with OM. The mission of OM is “to see vibrant communities of Jesus followers among the least reached.” They aim “to inspire Christians to discover and embrace the gifts and passions God has given, and to equip and connect them with opportunities to use those gifts, sharing God’s love with people who don’t know it.”
This school year, international trip offerings include Dubai, Ecuador, England, Italy, Mexico, and Spain. These trips will allow for cross-cultural ministry and provide students with a deeper understanding of God’s heart for all people. These experiences will also help broaden their worldview while strengthening their faith.
Praise and Worship, TCS High School Chapel
Regional GO Week trips are designed to help our students meet real needs in nearby states and cities, ranging from supporting church plants to engaging in service projects. This spring, GO Week mission teams will travel to Appalachia, Kentucky, and Kerrville, Texas, in partnership with Joshua Expeditions. These trips will give students the opportunity to minister in new settings and witness God at work in our own beautiful country.
Students who remain close to home will serve with local ministry partners throughout our community. Through longstanding partnerships with nonprofits such as Backpack Buddies and Bridging the Gap, and the addition of Rise Against Hunger, our students will assist with day-to-day operations while sharing the love of Christ.
Mr. Ewout van Oosten, TeenStreet International Director
This past week has been filled with excitement and abundant prayer for GO Week 2026. In partnership with their families, students selected the locations where they will serve this coming spring. On Wednesday, during High School Chapel, students heard from Mr. Ewout van Oosten, TeenStreet International Director with OM. Mr. van Oosten shared text direct from scripture and encouraged students to seek God in all their decisions as they prepare their hearts for the mission field.
Through intentional time set aside for gatherings like this, our GO Week leadership team walks alongside students and families over the coming months as they launch into the mission field to serve as the hands and feet of Jesus.