Costa Rica

Join us in Costa Rica this summer! We have an opportunity to come alongside the Lutheran Church in Costa Rica to show love and provide spaces where people can come together to worship, get legal assistance, learn skills to earn income, and most importantly, learn about Christ!  The Lutheran churches in Costa Rica are planted in areas of need and the church’s mission is to help at-risk populations such as refugees, migrant workers, indigenous people, and women.  Costa Rica is an amazingly beautiful country that is stable and safe…however, 20% of the population live well below poverty level.

What will we be doing on the Mission Trip?
We will be partnering with the Lutheran Church in Costa Rica to do church building and repair work and help the church expand their community outreach.

We will spend the majority of the week volunteering, working side-by-side and sharing meals with the local people.  We will also spend a couple days experiencing adventurous activities as well.   We plan to surf and fly through the rain forest on a zipline.

We would love to have a group of at least 10 (adults and/or youth age 10+) to travel with us this summer to Costa Rica.  We encourage families to go on this unforgettable adventure together!

When is the Mission Trip?

• Trip dates:  July 28-August 5, 2012

What is the Cost of the Trip?

• Cost (not including airfare) includes project material costs,  in-country transportation, taxes, tips, meals, accommodations and all activities:  $1,600/person
• We have mission letters and fundraisers planned that can potentially pay for most if not all of the trip.

Answers to Frequently asked Questions:

• You do NOT need any immunizations to travel to Costa Rica
• Yes, you DO need a passport to travel to Costa Rica
• Yes, there are bugs but not as many as in Minnesota!
• Yes, it is safe to travel to Costa Rica – they shut down the military service in the 1970s and put the money into education.  It is a peaceful country.

Informational Meetings to Kick-off Trip:

• Tuesday, March 13^th evening at 7:30 (following the Lent service) by the fireplace
• Saturday, March 17^th at 9:00 am (Costa Rican coffee and breakfast in the cafeteria)

How do I get involved with this exciting Mission Trip?

Please contact Sue Hage at 612-296-2529  or email Sue at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to learn more about the awesome trip we have planned!

What if I cannot go on the trip but would like to contribute somehow?

• Your frequent flier miles or points would be a great way to support this team as they put their faith in action and trust God to meet their needs.  Airlines that serve Costa Rica include American, Continental/United and Delta.  If you would like to donate your miles or points please contact Sue Hage at 612-296-2529 who will coordinate with the team.
• You can give an offering during church and designate it as a donation for the 2012 Costa Rica Mission Trip
• Do you have your own business representing products such as MaryKay, Premier Jewelry, Tastefully Simple, etc and desire to contribute a portion of sales?
• Do you have a business such as massage therapy, chiropractic, photography, etc where you can offer your services for free-will offering that will go to the mission trip?