Now that you have decided to go, we need you to print off some forms, complete them, and mail them to us as soon as possible.  The mailing address is SM International, P O Box 6997, Chandler, AZ 85246-6997.  There are two forms:

 [1]  Activity Agreement and Liability Statement

 [2]  Parental Consent for those under 18 years of age.

Activity Agreement and Waiver of Liability Agreement

The purpose of this agreement is to release Spurdle Ministries International, Chigasaki, Hagizono, or Hadano Churches, their pastors or staff, J-Lodge and any of its partners or leaders from liability for personal injury, property damage, or wrongful death that might be experienced by any of the short term missionary participants while traveling to and from, and working in Japan.  This is also understood to include any future churches that may be planted in other cities in Japan.

By signing this, I agree to release all of the above mentioned ministries and/or individuals from any and all liability arising out of or connected in any way with my participation in the various outreaches throughout Japan.  I understand that ministry in Japan involves an element of risk and perhaps even danger.  Most of this could occur from simple accidents, and recognizing this risk, I fully assume all responsibility for myself and my property.

It is further agreed that this waiver, release, and assumption of risk on my part is to be binding on my heirs and assigns.  I agree to indemnify and to hold all of the above mentioned ministries and/or individuals free and hamless from any loss, liability, damage, cost, or expense which may occur as the result of my injury or death, or damage to my property.  This indemnification is to include any of the other team members on this mission.

I acknowledge that I have read this agreement, waiver, and release from liability form carefully, and I fully understand that no medical insurance is provided.  I also agree that I may not expect any refunds unless activities are changed by either Spurdle Ministries International or any of the Japanese Churches.  This form is to be signed before a notary public or two witnesses not of the participant’s immediate family.

Signed __________________________________  Dated  __________________________

Witnessed by:   ____________________________    _______________________________ or,

Notary ___________________________________

 notary seal