The Reacomodo trip centers around Purpose Church’s long-standing partnership with Iglesia Bautista Bethania, located in the Reacomodo community—about an hour south of the U.S. border. This local church serves in an area marked by both physical and spiritual need, reaching out to people who may still be bound by religious tradition but have yet to experience true freedom and relationship with Christ. Our mission is to come alongside the church to encourage, serve, and share the hope of the Gospel together.

During the trip, the team will participate in a variety of ministry activities designed to support both the church and the surrounding community. These include prayer walks through the neighborhood, small development or improvement projects for the church or local families in need, and hosting a fun and engaging children’s day filled with games, crafts, and connection. The team also spends time inviting families from the broader community to join in, creating opportunities for new relationships and Gospel conversations. The trip concludes with worship and fellowship alongside our partners at Iglesia Bautista Bethania, celebrating what God is doing in and through the Reacomodo community.

In Peru, we are partnering with John Gunderson. He is the son of Purpose Church’s former lead pastor – Glenn Gunderson – and now serves as a missionary in Peru with his wife, Natalia. Their ministry focuses on reaching

children and youth through programs that share the love of Jesus, foster relationships, and create opportunities where young people can grow in faith and hope.

The team will have the opportunity to serve through children’s ministry events, youth outreach programs, and community engagement—helping to encourage local leaders and strengthen the ongoing ministry in the area. This trip offers a hands-on opportunity to invest in the next generation and see how God is working through Purpose Church’s global partnerships.

To conclude the trip, the team will have the chance to visit the awe-inspiring Machu Picchu, reflecting on God’s creation and faithfulness before returning home.

We are partnering with Empowering Lives International (ELI) for a vision trip to Kenya to see firsthand how God is using this ministry to transform lives and communities. Founded in 1995, ELI is a Christian organization dedicated to breaking the cycle of poverty through Christ-centered empowerment. Their mission focuses on equipping individuals and communities with practical tools and spiritual training that lead to long-term change rather than short-term aid.

ELI’s work includes operating children’s homes that provide education, care, and discipleship for orphaned and vulnerable children, as well as running training centers that teach sustainable agriculture, entrepreneurship, and life skills. These programs help families and leaders develop the confidence and resources to build stronger communities rooted

in faith and self-sufficiency.

During the trip, our team will visit several ELI ministry sites, engage with local believers, and connect with churches to encourage pastors and congregations through prayer, fellowship, and worship. This journey is designed to inspire a deeper understanding of ELI’s impact and to explore how Purpose Church can continue partnering in meaningful ways to support the ongoing work God is doing in Kenya.

Our Southeast Asia mission trip is an opportunity to come alongside our global partners who are transforming lives and communities across Thailand and Laos. The journey begins in Thailand, where the team will have a chance to observe ministry projects that bring hope through sustainable development. These include a water project that provides life-giving irrigation to remote villages, and a long-standing coffee initiative that equips farmers to grow and sell coffee instead of cultivating opium—helping entire communities find dignity and stability through honest, sustainable work.

The heart of the trip will take place in Laos, where our partners serve street children and at-risk youth with compassion and care. Their ministry provides safe housing, education, and a loving community for children who might otherwise be forgotten—and through it all, the hope of Jesus is shared in both word and action. The mission team will spend much of their time at the ministry’s day center, leading activities, building relationships, and investing deeply in the lives of the youth. This trip offers a powerful glimpse into how God is working across Southeast Asia, inviting us to be part of bringing hope, restoration, and the love of Christ to those who need it most.

Our partners in the Congo primarily minister through medical work and education, providing healthcare, training, school programming, and

community development in regions often plagued by poverty, instability, and limited access to essential services. They also have strong ties to HEAL Africa, a Congolese-led Christian medical organization working in Eastern DRC that integrates medical care, community outreach, education, and spiritual discipleship.

During the trip, the team will spend time visiting clinics, schools, and ministry sites to observe and learn. They will offer encouragement through worship, prayer, relationship, and presence—especially among local leaders and children. While we won’t be doing large-scale projects this time, this trip is about laying a foundation of understanding and partnership, where team members return with insight and vision for how they might serve more tangibly in future missions.