Jamie A Richardson

Jamie has been involved with Wonder Voyage for over 15 years. She is our Communications Director and Legacy Co-Director.

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Bring History To Life With A Wonder Voyage Civil Rights Tour
Did you know Wonder Voyage offers Educational Expeditions, including a civil rights tour? Incorporating a civil rights tour into your school curriculum can offer teens a profound and immersive learning experience beyond traditional classroom teaching. Enhancing Historical Perspective A civil rights tour offers students a ...
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6 Destinations For Student Leadership Teams
Do you have a student leadership team looking for a one-of-a-kind school trip? Check out Wonder Voyage Educational Expeditions!  Tailored to your school’s values and leadership theme, these journeys are customized to create a memorable and immersive learning experience. Educational Expeditions bridge the gap between ...
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Empower Youth and Transform Communities: How Wonder Voyage Elevates Service Projects
Service projects are a cornerstone of the Wonder Voyage philosophy. We believe sacred service is more than just community outreach—it is a transformative experience for the pilgrim and the community they visit. And we are not alone. According to the Barna Institute, 78% of devoted ...
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How To Plan A Church Travel Budget
Planning your annual church travel budget can be daunting. Whether planning a youth hiking trip, an adult pilgrimage, or a family-oriented service trip, forecasting the budget is vital to ensuring the trip is affordable and fulfilling for everyone involved. In this guide, we’ll explore how ...
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Reconnecting Youth With Wonder Through A Hiking Pilgrimage: A Guide For Youth Pastors
A hiking pilgrimage is ideal for reconnecting teens with nature, God, and each other. Given that 88% of youth long to spend more time in nature, this week’s article will examine why a hiking pilgrimage with Wonder Voyage may be exactly what your team is ...
Celebrating Wonder Voyage's 25th year of summer adventures
25 Years of Summer Adventures: Key Stats and Trends from Wonder Voyage
As we close the books on our 25th year of summer adventures, this article will celebrate our key stats and trends while taking a deep dive into the people behind the scenes that make Wonder Voyage work. Let's start with our unique crew of Voyage ...
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7 Ways A Wonder Voyage Adult Pilgrimage Can Change Lives
When was the last time your church offered an adult pilgrimage? In an age where technology can overshadow personal connection and daily routines become all-consuming, adults increasingly seek meaningful ways to rediscover a sense of wonder and purpose. For church groups, an adult pilgrimage can ...
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Top Tips for Planning a Spiritual Pilgrimage with Wonder Voyage
A personalized spiritual pilgrimage takes participants beyond cookie-cutter trips. When done well, these excursions can bring history and scripture to life in a unique way. In fact, a well-planned group trip can be life-changing. In this article, Wonder Voyage offers five tips to take your ...
Celebrating Susan Damiano
Susan Damiano was excited and nervous when she exited with her youth group at Rome’s Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport. She had planned a few pilgrimages as a veteran youth minister, but this was the first she had led. She sighed with relief, knowing the organization ...
A Pilgrimage That Led To Ordination
A Pilgrimage That Led To Ordination
In celebration of Wonder Voyage’s 25th anniversary, we are sharing stories of people who have impacted us or been impacted by a pilgrimage with us. This story comes from Reverend Adelyn Tyler-Williams.   Adelyn traveled a lot as a child, but her trip with St. ...