Students' Life-Changing Trip to Costa Rica

Join Mike Runey, head of school at Portsmouth Christian Academy, as he engages in a heartfelt conversation with four students who ventured on a transformative cultural mission trip to Costa Rica. Introducing their journey of stepping out of their comfort zones, they share their inspiring stories of personal growth, cultural immersion, and their earnest efforts to make a difference in global communities.

Experience the emotional roller-coaster of their conversations with local children at orphanages and schools - a testament to the power of unity, despite language barriers. Discover how they raised funds for this trip, demonstrating their dedication and resourceful spirit. They reflect on the effects of living sans personal electronic devices, an unexpected blessing that brought them closer together.

In this episode, our guests reveal how they overcame challenges, tasting the flavors of local cuisine and navigating through language barriers along the way. Hear how the experience strengthened their friendships, deepened their love for God, and amplified their understanding of other cultures.

Listen to the lasting memories they created and the profound impact this journey had on their personal growth and faith. Wrapping up the episode, they share words of wisdom for future travelers and express their yearning to revisit Costa Rica. Let their stories of bravery and camaraderie inspire you to take your own transformative journey.