NCC Shift Mission Trip to Costa Rica (2023)

The team worked hard throughout the week, lifting massive slabs of concrete, cutting stone, digging holes, and mixing cement to complete the concrete wall addition to Iglesia Biblica Sama.  Everyone showed amazing strength and willingness to help and go beyond their comfort zones. A big thanks to Wayne for his planning and coordination of the project.

Most of our mornings start with a delicious breakfast at the church we are staying at in Belen.  Kris had an amazing time learning how to make beans and rice. Thank you to all the ladies (Mireya, Magaly, Noemi, and others) that have served us breakfast this week.  Giving us the energy to get the day started.

Day 2 of "VBS in Costa Rica" and part 2 of the story of Joseph.  We had an amazing group of children and fun times with dancing, games, crafts, and snacks. The NCC ladies also held the second day of a Women's focused ministry.  The leaders and students shared testimonies and led the group in a craft of their own. We look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow for the last day.

While others were doing construction, the rest of our team spent the morning RelationSHIFTing.  Sharing the packed groceries and hugs with some locals in need.

The team was asked to build a wall on the property border made of solid concrete.   This would match the wall already on the back of the property.  While some of the team unloaded the delivery truck filled with solid panels and long posts, the rest began digging. We discovered that the best way to check the depth was to use a leg Next is setting the posts.

More than just a blessing of food and supplies we aim to provide love to those in critical situations.  The team picked up groceries and prepped bags for distribution. We will distribute these this week.  A delivery of food, supplies...and hope.