Methodist ministries in Costa Rica are seeking teams to engage with fellow Christ-followers and assist with essential construction projects. Churches can take teams of 15-20 people for a week at one of the churches or the Methodist Children’s Home, for needed construction projects, good fellowship, and children’s activities.

For smaller congregations, we hope to put together conference-wide teams made up of members from different churches. We currently have interest in the week of September 28 – October 4, but still need more people to complete a team. Dates for 2026 will be available soon.

The cost of the trip will be about $850-1,000 plus airfare. Teams will supply materials for the projects they will work on, so the cost can either be divided among team members or donated by churches or through fundraising. This will affect the final cost per person. If a team wants to take an extra day for fun or sightseeing, that cost will be in addition. Once teams are formed and decisions are made, final costs will be communicated.

Participants will need to take Ministry Safe online training. If you have been trained through your church, you can send your certificate. Individual training is available here for $15 per person or you may be able to get a lower rate through your church.

Individuals, pastors, and Missions leaders, please contact Lindy Thomas at lindythomas@midtexasgmc.org if you would like to consider joining or bringing a team to Costa Rica. All ages are welcome (as long as younger children are traveling with their parents) and there will be ministry opportunities for all. Training will be available for teams and leaders.