Costa Rica (2024) 3/9/24

The main site of ministry will be the La Finca Church of the Nazarene. Some ministry opportunities in Costa Rica might include helping with developing an orphanage project, teaching in local high schools, helping with VBS at elementary schools and other projects to help support the local church. The potential to build relationships with these welcoming people and share God’s love is great. Opportunities to teach, disciple, and encourage them will grow your own spiritual walk! The team will stay at a Nazarene church and serve in their building project. There will also be time to engage in casual activities such as soccer and bible studies. You will be fully immerged into the culture and context of this nation; Costa Ricans are proud of their beautiful country and will enjoy showing it to you.

General Requirements:

• For trips outside the USA, you must have/apply for a U.S. Passport that is valid at least 6 months AFTER the last day of the trip.
• Physically capable of carrying all personal bags/luggage and participating in all activities. Make leaders aware of any limitations you may have.
• Clear all screening: Academic, Student Accounts, ResLife, Chapel, Student Development

- Information Meeting: October 30, 7pm, Wisner Auditorium

- Getting Started Session:  November 18, 9am

- Spring Break Training sessions:  Saturdays-9am-12pm, Feb. 3, Feb. 10, Feb. 2

• Physically capable of carrying all personal bags/luggage and participate in all activities. Make leaders aware of any limitations you may have.
• Clear all screening: academic, student accounts, ResLife, Chapel, Student Development

Social/Emotional Requirements:

• Commit to and cooperate within a diverse team of peers, leaders and local community.
• Be respectful and be willing to follow the instructions of all authority: team leaders, site hosts, staff, etc.
• Emotionally stable, ability to handle stress appropriately.  
• Be very flexible.  Plans are subject to change daily for a variety of reasons.
• Be respectful and adaptable to the unique culture, whether domestic or international.    

Financial Requirements:

• A non-refundable deposit (approximately 10% of the total cost) is required to secure a spot on the team upon acceptance. 
• Trip cost includes all expenses EXCEPT passport fees, immunizations and souvenirs. 
• The entire cost of the trip will be paid in full before departure, no exceptions.