Christian Mission Trips - Hola de Costa Rica!! This summer has just begun and plans are on the way for the many groups traveling out to Costa Rica, the first team arriving in one week. Everything from the kind-hearted people to the welcoming sound of the ocean has brought an excitement for the upcoming weeks. We all arrived safely to Costa Rica last Saturday and have spent the past couple days scoping out possible worksites, visiting with members of the community, and putting together plans for the summer.

Throughout the community we have been welcomed and treated warmly as though we were family. Thatia, Chris, and I have had the pleasure of getting to know the staff at the Hotel Jaguar, where teams will be staying, and also getting to know various community members. God has been truly working in this community and we are excited to be able to join in with the community where He is already at work. Consumed with an overwhelming love and joy for the people, their families, and the community, we await the arrival of the teams with growing anticipation.

Fifteen minutes ago we arrived back from a quick jaunt over to the market to get water for tomorrow’s hike to visit with Leopoldo, a BriBri man who lives in the mountains. Beauty is seen all around us here near the Caribbean and we are excited to see God’s masterpiece in a new way tomorrow. Furthermore, please pray for us tomorrow as the hike with be somewhat demanding and we are still adjusting to the change in climate and elevation here- though the warmer weather is more than welcome. No matter where we go, we look forward to making new acquaintances and having the opportunity to see God through different eyes; whether it be down the street to  “la tienda” or an hour and a half hike up the mountains. As the day turns into night we find we must say: Hasta Luego y Dios de bendiga!! (Until Later and God bless)

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