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2026 Mission Trips
We are so excited to announce our upcoming 2026 Mission Trips — opportunities to GO, SERVE, and LOVE like Jesus across nations. Pray about joining one (or more!) of these life-changing missions as we bring the hope and heartbeat of the Gospel to the nations.
Mission to Shell and Mindo, Ecuador
November 10 – 19, 2026
Team Leader: Jonathan Mogollon
Cost $2,400
Join us again as we return to Shell and Mindo, Ecuador with our longtime ministry partners strategically located from the jungle to the cloud forest regions. We will continue being the hands, feet, and heart of Jesus — setting up medical brigades, feeding families, giving shoes, praying, and loving people right where they are. Often we step into dark places and watch the light of God break through. You will never be the same after one of these missions!
Mission to Quito with La Roca Skate Ministry
February 13 – 20, 2026
Team Leader: Guy Thornton
Cost: $1,950
Come join us on a mission in Quito, Ecuador, as we press into the heartbeat of La Roca Skate Ministry. Help us raise up leaders in this community of young men and reach their families and spheres of influence for Jesus. This is more than just a trip — it’s a movement of God’s love through the skate culture!
Mission to Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca, Mexico with Casa Ebenezer
June 13 – 20, 2026
Team Leaders: Gabriel and Sharlene Tew
Cost: $1,850
Hearts on fire to be set free from addiction! Join us in supporting Gaby and Veronica Morales as they rescue people off the streets of Puerto Escondido, Mexico. We will help with construction projects around the Casa Ebenezer Recovery Ministry compound. We hope to do a medical brigade, but most importantly, we’ll be healing hearts and minds as we go. Come be part of what God is doing in transforming lives!
Mission to Shell and Mindo, Ecuador
July 22 – 31, 2026
Team Leader: Willy Pascua
Cost: $2,400
Join us as we travel into Shell and Mindo, Ecuador — from the jungle to the cloud forest regions — being the hands, feet, and heart of Jesus. We often set up medical brigades, feed those in need, put shoes on their feet, or simply pray and love those created in the image of God. Many times, we find ourselves carrying God’s light into dark situations. You will never be the same after one of these missions!
Mark Your Calendars, Start Praying, and Get Ready to GO!
Each mission is an opportunity to encounter God’s heart for the nations and be part of what He’s doing around the world.
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Shell Ecuador is where missionaries Jim Elliot, Nate Saint, Ed McCully, Peter Fleming, and Roger Youderian were based while trying to evangelize the Waorani tribe. Their ministry was back in the 1950s, so Shell has come a long way since then. Here is a link to the movie trailer “End of the Spear,” which shows the life of these missionaries in Shell.
In Shell Ecuador, we are working with several indigenous community leaders located on the outskirts of Shell in an area called Te Zulay. The Te Zulay community is made up of 7 different tribes transitioning from the Amazon jungle, with 4,000 now living in this community.
Mindo, Ecuador, is where our President and Founder, Tony Festa, has been doing ministry since 2009. It is located in the Andes mountains, which is the Cloud Forest region of Ecuador, and the local pastors there are amazing to work with. We will be working with the local church in Mindo and going into the outlying villages to share the love of Christ. Mindo is also known as the bird-watching capital of the world. From a tourist perspective, here’s what Mindo looks like.
But obviously, we are going to do ministry.
You won’t want to miss the opportunity to join us on one of these trips. If you’re interested in joining us, send us a message ASAP.
These trips will fill up fast, so do not delay.
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Our Mission Approach
We believe in holistic ministry that addresses both spiritual and physical needs. Our missionary work focuses on building sustainable relationships and empowering local communities to thrive.
Each mission is carefully planned with local partners to ensure cultural sensitivity and maximum impact.
We prioritize long-term transformation over short-term solutions.
Through prayer, practical support, and genuine relationships, we work to raise hope and release God’s love in communities around the globe.