What A Great Day!

From: Logan Altman

Today was an amazing day out at the churches. Groups 2 and 4 visited Pastor Giovanni´s church, and Group 1 and 3 visited Pastor Rudy´s church. At Giovanni´s church, Kevin and Carol´s groups had a huge task ahead. The vans had to split everyone up in order to fulfill what needed to be done for Sunday school. A bunch were able to lead the 3-6 year olds in some great crafts and an incredible story on Daniel. I came in and lead a few songs of worship with the kids, who had a blast with every activity. A few were down leading lessons with the teenagers, engaging in great conversations and topics. Lastly, Ryan Acosta and I had the challenge of engaging with the college students, where I lead a sermon on serving in the church and community. Ryan shared his testimony, which lead into the entire classroom sharing their stories. Every aspect of the Sunday school services, for all ages, went incredible, despite straying from the original plan.

Pastor Rudy´s church had quite a treat with Vans 1 and 3. With the group energized, people split up into the different age groups of either elementary or jr. high and high school. Both participated in fun activities, games, worship, and fellowship. "I´ve Got the Joy" was among the worship songs sung, and Four Corners was one of the games the kids took part in. Great testimonies, stories, and much more took place during the Sunday school services.

Lunch at various authentic Costa Rican restaurants took place for the vans, where everyone dug into delicious, curltural foods that melted the palate from the amazing tastes. Beef, pork, rice and beans, and tons of scrumptious foods laced the plates of the high school missionaries. Was definitely a highlight.

Everyone headed back to the Hostel for an entire group debrief, great chicken dinner, and hang out session. Groups prepared for the long day that lay ahead tomorrow, putting together goods needed for the different trips.

All in all, one of the most challenging, yet rewarding days on the trip. Many more are to follow!

Blessings,
Logan Altman