Abundant Life Assembly of God
Serving In Costa Rica
June 19, 2021
Staff: Erik Gonzalez, Laura Vasquez, Maikel Pineda
by Maikel Pineda Salazar | June 19, 2021 12:41 PM
The staff is ready to serve in the community of San Rafael with Abundant Life Church! Can’t wait to see all of the amazing things that God has prepared for us.
![We are Ready!!!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/16411/94400.jpg)
by Maikel Pineda Salazar | June 19, 2021 4:08 PM
![The Team is Here!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/16411/94402.jpg)
by Maikel Pineda Salazar | June 19, 2021 11:24 PM
![Welcome!!!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/16411/94424.jpg)
by Maikel Pineda Salazar | June 19, 2021 11:27 PM
Our first night here, we attended the youth service and had such a special time worshiping together as one body in Christ. The language barrier didn’t stop us from praising the Lord!
![Worship Time!!!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/16411/94425.jpg)
by Maikel Pineda Salazar | June 19, 2021 11:30 PM
The youth team presented a skit and they impacted our hearts with their incredible performance. Jesus set us free from all of our chains!!!
![We are Free!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/16411/94426.jpg)
by Maikel Pineda Salazar | June 19, 2021 11:33 PM
Judah shared the Word tonight and talked about the promises that we find in the book of Zechariah.
“It doesn't matter how much we have sinned if we return to the Lord, He will return to us”
![The Choice is Ours!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/16411/94428.jpg)
by Maikel Pineda Salazar | June 20, 2021 3:58 PM
Sarah shared her faith and testimony with the community encouraging us to keep trusting God!
![Testimony Time!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/16411/94488.jpg)
by Maikel Pineda Salazar | June 20, 2021 8:40 PM
![The Tree of Life!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/16411/94524.jpg)
by Maikel Pineda Salazar | June 20, 2021 9:23 PM
This morning we had such a special time praying over the local church. We know that God will fulfill His purposes in these beautiful people.
![Praying Over our Brothers and Sisters!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/16411/94531.jpg)
by Maikel Pineda Salazar | June 20, 2021 11:37 PM
We took some time to pray for the bags of food and the families who will receive them. We can see God’s providence in the midst of these difficult times!
![Getting Ready for Food Distribution!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/16411/94551.jpg)
by Maikel Pineda Salazar | June 20, 2021 11:40 PM
![Packing Bags!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/16411/94552.jpg)
by Maikel Pineda Salazar | June 21, 2021 10:09 PM
We began this Monday with food distribution! We were able to visit the houses of 6 families who were blessed not only physically, but also spiritually. We are looking forward to visiting the rest of them.
![Food Distribution!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/16411/94666.jpg)
by Maikel Pineda Salazar | June 21, 2021 10:21 PM
![Let’s Do It!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/16411/94667.jpg)
by Maikel Pineda Salazar | June 21, 2021 10:37 PM
![Women’s Activity!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/16411/94668.jpg)
by Maikel Pineda Salazar | June 21, 2021 11:11 PM
![Men in the Kitchen!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/16411/94673.jpg)
by Maikel Pineda Salazar | June 21, 2021 11:46 PM
![Liberia Park!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/16411/94680.jpg)
by Maikel Pineda Salazar | June 23, 2021 6:56 AM
We visited Karla today. Karla has breast cancer and is going through treatment. We prayed for her health, that God will give her strength during this process.
![Blessing Others!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/16411/94824.jpg)
by Maikel Pineda Salazar | June 23, 2021 7:04 AM
![Keep Working!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/16411/94831.jpg)
by Maikel Pineda Salazar | June 23, 2021 7:16 AM
![Games and More Games!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/16411/94832.jpg)
by Maikel Pineda Salazar | June 23, 2021 8:20 AM
We had an amazing time spending time with the men of the church. Joel, Matt, and Judah shared their testimonies and Gerald encouraged us to remain united in prayer.
![Men’s Ministry!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/16411/94833.jpg)
by Maikel Pineda Salazar | June 25, 2021 12:08 AM
The painting crew did an amazing job painting the walls of the church, now the facade of the building looks gorgeous. We praise God we were able to finish with this beautiful project!
![Painting Project!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/16411/95041.jpg)
by Maikel Pineda Salazar | June 25, 2021 12:29 AM
![We Did It!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/16411/95042.jpg)
by Maikel Pineda Salazar | June 25, 2021 12:38 AM
![“See Ya Later Service”](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/16411/95043.jpg)
by Maikel Pineda Salazar | June 25, 2021 12:51 AM
![Rec Day!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/16411/95044.jpg)
by Maikel Pineda Salazar | June 25, 2021 12:55 AM
Saying “thank you” to the cooks wasn't enough. We all were amazed by the delicious food they served us all week. They fed us so well! It was hard to say goodbye to them, so we said "see you later" instead!
![Thank You!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/16411/95045.jpg)
by Maikel Pineda Salazar | June 25, 2021 12:05 PM
Pastor Adolfo came to the hotel and shared with us the vision of the church for the future. We believe in the purpose that God has for his life, family, and community. We love him and we will continue praying for him!
![Last day in Costa Rica!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/16411/95082.jpg)
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Comments
Janice Buchanan
June 22, 2021 1:51 PM
Stay strong in God’s hands so very proud of all your positive works that’s being done.
Roslyn Burton
June 21, 2021 4:45 PM
🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾... thank you for sharing.
Devin Blankenbiller
June 20, 2021 11:58 AM
We are all praying for you guys! I know the Lord is using you to touch many people, and I also believe he has a word for each of you personally as well! Love you team.
Jocelyn Sumner
June 19, 2021 3:12 PM
Stay safe. I’ll be following the journey the whole time