LSCC created our own four-year-rhythm where each year we set aside a week or so of time come together as an intergenerational community for retreat, local service project, retreat again, and cross-cultural experience. Learn more about our four year cycle here.
In 2025 we have the opportunity to travel together to the Mazahua region of Mexico to learn from others, to grow in empathy and perspective of God’s amazing kingdom. We also will serve alongside and support the work of churches and ministries already operating there, with the goal of learning from, encouraging, and sharing what we have with others.
FAQs:
Why should I consider participating?
- To be stretched out of our comfort zone that we might gain fresh perspective on the broader work of Jesus and his church in other places and cultures
- To participate in Jesus’ call to go and make disciples of all nations
- To make a sacrifice of time and finances in order to bless others and grow in generosity
- To strengthen intergenerational relationships within LSCC as we labor together, support each other, worship together with the worldwide church, and spend extended time together
- To gain a greater appreciation for God’s people across the border particularly in this time of political and social polarization and fear of foreigners
- These shared experiences outside of our everyday lives, knit our community closer together!
When will it be?
The dates for the trip are July 15-23rd, 2025.
What will we be doing in Mexico?
The exact projects have not yet been finalized, but no matter your interest or abilities we will have a project you can do. Some examples are construction, fitting people for wheel chairs, music ministry, helping with a soccer camp, volunteering with VBS type ministry, teaching Bible classes, cooking/cultural exchange, helping with kids, making music, neighborhood outreach, and more.
Who can go on the trip?
This trip is intended for the Lettered Streets Covenant Church family, of any age, partners or not.
Once our group is formed after the close of registration, we will meet (roughly) monthly for planning, prayer, and to learn some important information about language and culture.
Duolingo is a great free tool to learn the language in order to feel more comfortable with the language of the locals. It is a free app that you can use on either an android style phone or an iPhone. You can also use it on the computer here.