Costa Rica Mission Trip: A Guide to Empowering Groups and Families

Overview

Embark on a transformative Costa Rica mission trip to the Talamanca region, where you'll join forces with local leaders to support the Bribri and Cabecar indigenous communities. Engage in meaningful work projects, connect with children, and immerse yourself in the vibrant culture to provide practical help and build lasting relationships.

Activities for a Meaningful Experience

Work Projects: Lend a hand in construction, repairs, or other projects that directly benefit families or communities, leaving a tangible impact on their lives.

Children's Ministry: Share your love and enthusiasm with local children through games, crafts, and Bible lessons, bringing joy and encouragement to their young hearts.

Cultural Exchange: Engage with the Bribri and Cabecar people, learning about their rich history, traditions, and customs, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation.

Community Profile: The Bribri Reservation

The Bribri Reservation faces significant challenges, being the poorest region in Costa Rica with limited access to essential services like education, healthcare, and infrastructure. Despite these obstacles, the community maintains a strong sense of pride in its heritage and a deep connection to nature.

Logistics: Ensuring a Comfortable Stay

Lodging: Rest and recharge in a comfortable hotel with beds, showers, and electricity in the nearby town of Cahuita, ensuring a convenient base for your mission work.

Food: Savor local cuisine as your meals are catered by local businesses. Pack lunches for worksite days to keep your energy levels up.

Transportation: Experience Mission handles all ground transportation to and from the San Jose airport, providing a seamless and stress-free journey.

Typical Schedule: A Structured and Fulfilling Experience

• Mornings: Begin with daily devotions, head to the worksite, and have your midday meal at the project site.
• Afternoons: Complete project work, clean up, and enjoy team time for reflection and bonding.
• Evenings: Gather for dinner, share experiences, worship together, and reflect on the day's events.

Health and Safety: Your Well-being is Our Priority

Rest assured that you'll be in safe hands:

• Experienced Mission staff are certified in first aid and CPR, ensuring prompt medical attention if needed.
• Medical kits are readily available, and an emergency response plan is in place for any unforeseen circumstances.
• Participants must be up-to-date on childhood immunizations and have a tetanus shot for their protection.

Registration and Payment: Making it Easy

• Team Size: Gather a team of at least 10 individuals, with a Team Leader who is 21 years of age or older.
• Individual Participation: Join Experience Mission's IMMERSION program designed specifically for young adults eager to make a difference.

Costa Rica mission trips offer an empowering opportunity for groups and families to serve others, grow spiritually, and immerse themselves in a vibrant culture. Choose Strong Missions as your trusted partner for a well-organized and impactful mission experience that will leave an enduring mark on your hearts and the lives of those you serve.

FAQ on Costa Rica Mission Trips

What is the focus of a Costa Rica mission trip?

Costa Rica mission trips aim to provide practical support and build meaningful relationships while addressing the needs of the Bribri and Cabecar indigenous communities in the Talamanca region.

What activities are typically included in a mission trip to Costa Rica?

Teams engage in work projects such as construction or repairs, participate in children's ministry through games and Bible lessons, and immerse themselves in the local culture through interactions with the Bribri and Cabecar people.

What is the living situation like during a Costa Rica mission trip?

Teams stay in a hotel in the nearby town of Cahuita, with beds, showers, and electricity available.

What is the typical schedule for a Costa Rica mission trip?

Mornings are dedicated to work projects and lunch at the worksite, while afternoons focus on project completion, cleanup, and team time. Evenings include dinner and an evening gathering for worship and reflection.

What health and safety measures are in place during a Costa Rica mission trip?

Experience Mission staff are certified in first aid and CPR, medical kits are provided, and an emergency response plan is in place. Participants must be up to date on childhood immunizations and have a tetanus shot.