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Costa Rica Leader's Trip 2021

Serving In Costa Rica
January 30, 2021
Staff: Nathan Norman, Jonathan Alvarez, Connie Mairena, Fiorella Villafuerte, Jacqueline Navarro

We made it!

by Fiorella Villafuerte | January 30, 2021 7:12 PM

We all made it safe and sound to Costa Rica! 

We made it!

10 Families

by Fiorella Villafuerte | January 30, 2021 9:13 PM

During these couple of days we will be able to visit 4 different churches. Also we will be able to deliver 10 bags of groceries in one of those churches. We can’t wait to serve and be part of these churches! 
10 Families

Church Time

by Fiorella Villafuerte | January 30, 2021 9:47 PM

This evening, we were able to be part of the first church o the list, Vida Abundante! We were very welcomed and loved by the church members at the places, in a social distanced way. 
There was an amazing pre-recorded worship and a great live message from the Lord!
Church Time

He is the First One

by Fiorella Villafuerte | January 30, 2021 10:02 PM

The Lord: The Word, the beginning, life, light and love. 

We learned today that we need to make the Lord the first person in our lives, in every decision, in every step we take! He has to be the first one in everything! 

He is the First One

In His Presence

by Fiorella Villafuerte | January 30, 2021 10:07 PM

What a night! 
We had a moment! That moment where you just stay quiet and calm. Where you can feel His presence all over the place! Where He embraces you with Love! He is everything to us! 
In His Presence

Day 2

by Fiorella Villafuerte | January 31, 2021 2:23 PM

This morning we visited our second church. We washed our hands and got temperatures taken in order to enter the sanctuary.  We were able to enjoy this morning service full of God's presence!

Day 2

Alive

by Fiorella Villafuerte | January 31, 2021 2:25 PM

We visited Pastor Edgar’s church this morning! 

Pastor Edgar has been serving with PPM for a long time and we are honored that we were able to be part of the church service.  This church is alive no matter what circumstances come! 

Alive

He is always there

by Fiorella Villafuerte | January 31, 2021 2:28 PM

Pastor Edgar shared the word this morning.  He encouraged us to remain close to the Lord! We know there will be hard times and we also know God has chosen us for a purpose! He never said this is going to be easy, but He said He will be with us always!
He is always there

Food Distribution

by Fiorella Villafuerte | January 31, 2021 2:31 PM

After an amazing lunch time, we were able to deliver 10 bags of groceries! Pastor Edgar chose 10 families in his community so we could be able to bless and pray over them! 
Nothing can stop us from praying and blessing families in the name of Jesus! 
Food Distribution

Pastor Edgar

by Fiorella Villafuerte | January 31, 2021 2:34 PM

We took a break from Food Distribution to hear from Pastor Edgar and how the Lord has guided him throughout his life. We heard the story of how, after a year of being at the church in Lagunilla, an earthquake destroyed their sanctuary. God moved and remained faithful while he and the church were at the beginning of a new season!  Praise the Lord! 
Pastor Edgar

Protocols

by Fiorella Villafuerte | January 31, 2021 10:39 PM

Before getting into any Costa Rican church, we must first follow several protocols! 
We washed our hands, someone took our temperature, we were given antibacterial gel, and then we were settled into our reserved seats! 

Protocols

Service at Zuriel

by Fiorella Villafuerte | January 31, 2021 10:41 PM

This afternoon, we were able to visit Pastor Adolfo’s church right up to the hill in San Rafael! 
We worshipped and praised the Lord together as one church! We also had an amazing Word given by Pastor Adolfo himself.
Service at Zuriel

The Salvation Message

by Fiorella Villafuerte | January 31, 2021 10:50 PM

Pastor Adolfo reminded us that God has an extended arm for us! He is waiting for the whole world to find grace and be reached by the Lord’s extended arms of love! 
The Salvation Message

Pastoral House

by Fiorella Villafuerte | February 1, 2021 4:10 PM

We were able to see the Pastoral house at San Rafael finished! 
Many people have been involved in this dream! Missionaries, churches and community members all had their hand in this incredible project
It is just beautiful to see this dream come true! 
Pastoral House

Rec Day

by Fiorella Villafuerte | February 1, 2021 4:14 PM

We were able to enjoy Tamarindo Beach today! 
We enjoyed the lunch and the waves! 
Rec Day

Pastor Allen's Church

by Fiorella Villafuerte | February 3, 2021 12:40 PM

On our last day in Costa Rica, we were able to meet with Pastor Allen and his church in Belen, Guanacaste. We gathered and heard Pastor Allen's testimony and all God has done in these 5 years of ministry in Belen. 

Pastor Allen's Church

Tour

by Fiorella Villafuerte | February 3, 2021 12:43 PM

Pastor Allen took us on a tour of the church's property. There is a Pastoral ouse, classrooms, and a sanctuary. 

Previously, there was only a small house. Pastor Allen worked with the church and missionaries to be able to build a church, a home, and brand new classrooms for the ministry to happen. 

Tour

Prayer

by Fiorella Villafuerte | February 3, 2021 12:48 PM

After an amazing meal, we prayed over the church and Pastor Allen and Pastora Magaly. We were blessed to hear their story and all God has done during those 5 years they have been ministering in Belen.
Prayer

An Alive Church

by Fiorella Villafuerte | February 3, 2021 12:56 PM

The church in Costa Rica is alive and ready to serve outside of the four walls. 

No mask or social distancing will stop us from serving, caring, and loving people just as Jesus did. We can't wait for another amazing adventure to happen. 

An Alive Church

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Comments

Charles Fox

January 31, 2021 9:50 PM

Love seeing ministry happening again with PPM and their church partners! Can't wait to be back in Costa Rica in March!

Krystina Powell

January 31, 2021 4:41 PM

So excited for what God is doing! One Lord, One body! Continuing to pray that bonds are strengthened and the local pastors feel encouraged. Blessings on the team! The Neighborhood Church is praying for you Pastor Jeff!

Nancy Sylvester

January 31, 2021 3:40 PM

Thomas & Rick...Was so excited to hear that you are both in Costa Rica...a little jealous, but so glad you are there to pave the way for our trip in March. May God bless all of you as you demonstrate the love of Jesus to our Costa Rican family.

Haley

January 31, 2021 7:44 AM

Praying for you all these next few days! ❤️

John Ferreira

January 30, 2021 10:24 PM

May God continue to bless you and protect you all . thank you Rick and Tom for taking the time to se how things are in Costa Rica and serve while you’re there can’t wait for the time that I get to go serve and see our family in Costa Rica excited to hear all of what God is doing down there during your time there love you all safe travels God bless.

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