re: Let's talk about photo-op "mission trips".

Some people like to travel on mission trips. Some like to teach Sunday school or work with youth sports, etc.

I do not enjoy travel so I don't go on mission trips. I have taught Sunday School, coached basketball, feed the homeless, helped house the homeless, work party at a camp, etc.

Do what you can. Give with a cheerful heart. I don't begrudge people that like to share Christ further from home. I've even given them money for their expenses.