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Grace City Youth Missions

Serving In Costa Rica
June 3, 2023
Community: Tilaran
Partner: Iglesia Biblica Emanuel de Tilaran
Staff: Erik Gonzalez, Nazaret Sibaja, Jeric Montealto, Daniel Alvarado

We Made It

by Erick Gonzalez | June 3, 2023 3:06 PM

We made it to Costa Rica safe and sound! After an amazing lunch, we are heading to our church partner in Tilaran! 

We can’t wait for what the Lord has in store for each one of us this week.

We Made It

Orientation

by Erick Gonzalez | June 3, 2023 8:17 PM

We have arrived to the church in Tilaran! It is a beautiful place here! We had our first meeting where our PPM Staff shared some thoughts about the week and how to stay healthy in Costa Rica! 

Orientation

Buenos Días Costa Rica

by Erick Gonzalez | June 4, 2023 1:47 PM

We are in Tilaran, Costa Rica! It is a beautiful day to gather brothers and sisters in Christ to worship the Lord! No matter the language, we all sang to the Lord! 
Buenos Días Costa Rica

My Name is…

by Erick Gonzalez | June 4, 2023 1:50 PM

We were introduced to the church this morning! We can’t wait for what the Lord has in store for us, the church and the community! 
My Name is…

Prayer

by Erick Gonzalez | June 4, 2023 7:57 PM

This morning Lynn reminded us about the Power of Prayer. She reminded us how Peter was released from prison because he prayed to God! 

Prayer

Jesus: the King

by Erick Gonzalez | June 4, 2023 7:59 PM

We had the opportunity to share the word in the Sunday School with the Youth! We learned that Jesus must be the King of our lives. 
Jesus: the King

Sharing Time

by Erick Gonzalez | June 4, 2023 8:02 PM

We spent our afternoon spending time with the church! We had lots of games and so much fun with everyone! 
Sharing Time

Love Messages

by Erick Gonzalez | June 4, 2023 8:06 PM

We wrote some messages for the church! This week, we hope to be an encouragement for the church and Pastor Kenneth!
Love Messages

Traditions

by Erick Gonzalez | June 4, 2023 8:11 PM

As we went into the community, we were able to see a glimpse of the Costa Rican identity! Lots of colors and dancing came from these beautiful ladies and boys! 
Traditions

Food Distribution

by Erick Gonzalez | June 5, 2023 4:52 PM

We went to the supermarket to get all the groceries for the food distribution ministry! Our goal is to bless all the families we will visit and pray over them! 

Food Distribution

Painting Project

by Erick Gonzalez | June 5, 2023 4:56 PM

We started off our day painting the sidewalks around the church. We also work on the fence getting it ready for the new paint! 
Painting Project

Meaningful Conversations

by Erick Gonzalez | June 5, 2023 5:00 PM

Very meaningful conversations are happening! We love to see Pastor Kenneth having a connection with the kids at the school! 
Meaningful Conversations

At the School

by Fiorella Villafuerte | June 5, 2023 6:22 PM

We had a blast at the school this morning! We talked about the story of Daniel and the Lion’s Den and the kids were able to make a craft referring to the story! We also played duck, duck, goose! 

It was a wonderful day! 

At the School

The Foundation

by Fiorella Villafuerte | June 5, 2023 6:24 PM

As we visited the first homes, we were able to bless and pray over the Foundation of the church in Tilaran- Iglesia Biblica Emanuel Tilaran! 
We were honored to meet them today. 
The Foundation

Food Distribution

by Fiorella Villafuerte | June 5, 2023 6:53 PM

We had an amazing time on our first day of food distribution! We were able to sit and get to know the families, spend time with them, ask questions and pray! 
Food Distribution

The Fence

by Fiorella Villafuerte | June 6, 2023 7:02 PM

We started off our second day of ministry by painting the fence of the church! After a deep clean and a fresh coat of paint, it looks wonderful! 

The Fence

David and Goliath

by Fiorella Villafuerte | June 6, 2023 7:03 PM

We had an amazing time with these kids this morning! We learned about the story of David! He was small but his faith in the Lord was big! 
David and Goliath

Suiza

by Fiorella Villafuerte | June 6, 2023 7:06 PM

We had a blast playing with the kids! Everyone wanted to jump the rope at the same time! We just love their joy and kindness! 
Suiza

We Love them

by Fiorella Villafuerte | June 6, 2023 7:08 PM

We love our time with these children! They are amazing! 
We Love them

Food Distribution

by Fiorella Villafuerte | June 6, 2023 7:11 PM

Memories of God’s faithfulness! We have heard lots of stories! God is moving here! 
Food Distribution

Day Care!

by Fiorella Villafuerte | June 7, 2023 3:20 PM

Last night we had a lovely time with the children at the day care of the community. It was so fun getting to spend time and play games with the little kiddos.

Day Care!

Bingo!

by Fiorella Villafuerte | June 7, 2023 3:34 PM

This morning we went to the elderly center and played bingo with the sweetest people we’ve ever met. We really enjoyed the laughter and joy that we had.
Bingo!

Delivering God’s Faithfulness

by Fiorella Villafuerte | June 7, 2023 7:15 PM

We went out to deliver the last bags of groceries this afternoon! We loved how welcoming and lovely people here were. They shared stories with us and we were able to pray for them! 

Delivering God’s Faithfulness

Jonah

by Fiorella Villafuerte | June 7, 2023 7:17 PM

We had a blast at the VBS time! We performed a skit for the kids! The loved it so much and we had lots of fun! 
Jonah

Men’s Ministry

by Fiorella Villafuerte | June 8, 2023 6:50 PM

We had a great time at the Men’s ministry! Some of us were able to share our life story and we had a great word! We loved our time sharing with our brothers in Christ! 

Men’s Ministry

Praying for one Another

by Fiorella Villafuerte | June 8, 2023 6:52 PM

We loved our time here! We came to encourage the local church but we were also encouraged here! 
Praying for one Another

Nuestra Familia

by Fiorella Villafuerte | June 8, 2023 6:53 PM

This is our family! We will pray for these men and women of God! They are such a blessing in our lives! 
Nuestra Familia

Continue Your Impact

by Praying Pelican Missions | June 9, 2023 11:57 PM

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