07/31/2026
Northwood Church Costa Rica Mission Trip Update 4
On Wednesday (July 29), our final full day of ministry began with a devotional led by Chris. Afterward, we visited Pastor Yosimar's wife Alisson’s high school, where we spent the morning with approximately 200 students.
The students were divided into six teams, and we hosted an event similar to a Northwood Kids Summer Event. Each team competed in a series of fun games, with the winning team receiving a prize. Krystal did an incredible job leading the games while the rest of the team jumped in alongside the students, cheering them on and helping their teams compete in each round.
Following the games, Pastor Mike shared a clear and powerful salvation message. Byron, Kailee, Addison, and Audrey then shared their personal testimonies, each powerfully pointing students to the hope found in Jesus. We left believing that seeds were planted in many hearts, and we’re excited to see how God continues to work in the lives of those students.
In the afternoon, we visited four families as part of our food distribution ministry. As we delivered groceries, we had the privilege of hearing their stories, learning about their journeys of faith, and praying with them. Nikki and Byron also shared their testimonies, creating meaningful moments of encouragement and connection. One of the most beautiful parts of missions is that while we go to serve others, we are often the ones who leave deeply encouraged and blessed by the people we meet.
We ended the day by enjoying gelato and churros together, celebrating all that God had done throughout an unforgettable day of ministry.
