Join us as we go to preach and build in Costa Rica!
Faithful Fishers has a new international partner in Costa Rica, Pastor Marlon Obando.
Pastor Marlon (who is from Costa Rica) and his family served in Costa Rica for many years. Having established a church and raised up a new pastor, Pastor Marlon now lives in Corpus Christi and is serving locally in his area.
However, there is still much work to be done in Costa Rica, and we are partnering with Marlon to:
*The details of this trip are still being discussed and are subject to change.
Information updated on 08/25/25
Pastor Marlon (who is from Costa Rica) and his family served in Costa Rica for many years. Having established a church and raised up a new pastor, Pastor Marlon now lives in Corpus Christi and is serving locally in his area.
However, there is still much work to be done in Costa Rica, and we are partnering with Marlon to:
- Preach to and encourage the local congregation
- Make plans to plant the Living Word Bible School in Cost Rica to train leaders and church members
- Remodel properties and build beds so they properties are in better shape to house future mission teams.
*The details of this trip are still being discussed and are subject to change.
Information updated on 08/25/25
About Costa Rica
Costa Rica is a beautiful Central American nation known for its lush rainforests, stunning beaches, and rich biodiversity. Beyond its natural beauty, it is home to warm and welcoming people who value community and culture. While Costa Rica enjoys political stability and a strong sense of national pride, many communities still face economic challenges and have limited access to resources for spiritual growth. This creates an incredible opportunity to share the love of Christ and serve those in need through missions.
While Costa Rica is often seen as peaceful and safe, many rural communities struggle with deep social issues such as domestic violence, sexual abuse, and broken family structures. These challenges often go unaddressed due to limited resources, cultural silence, and lack of hope. In these areas, the need for the gospel is urgent—not only to bring spiritual transformation but also to restore dignity, healing, and healthy relationships through Christ’s love and truth.
The region is also home to breathtaking volcanoes like Arenal and Poás, which provide rich volcanic soil perfect for agriculture. These highlands produce some of the world’s finest coffee, and visitors can often see coffee fields stretching across the mountainsides. The cooler climate, lush cloud forests, and abundant wildlife make these areas a unique and vibrant part of Costa Rica’s landscape, offering both natural beauty and cultural richness. And finally, the flight to Costa Rica is fairly short which allows for shorter and less expensive mission trips without the issues of jet lag.
Additional Trip Details:
Dates and Travel Time
This trip will be early to mid-January. It will only be a few days, maybe a weekend, making this a fairly easy and inexpensive trip. This is a great opportunity for first time mission trips or for those who can't take the time off for longer overseas mission trips.
Exact dates and times TBA. Expected flight time from San Antonio to Costa Rica is 6.5 hours.
Exact dates and times TBA. Expected flight time from San Antonio to Costa Rica is 6.5 hours.
Trip Cost
Estimated cost for this trip is $1000- $1,500 making it one of the cheapest mission trips Faithful Fishers offers. Fee includes flight, food, and personal spending money. Total cost may change depending on flight costs at time of travel.
Is This Trip For Me?
Do you have a heart for Latin America? Do you speak Spanish? Are you excited to see mountains, rivers, and volcanos? Do you love people and have a heart to bring peace and healing to broken hearts? If you answered yes, to most, if not all of these things, then yes, this trip is for you. (Spanish not required).
If you are not comfortable sleeping on a mattress on the floor with cold humid nights, and warm humid days. If you have mobility issues that would prevent you from walking short distances on high inclines, or if you are not willing to embrace cold showers and new adventures outside of your comfort zone, then no, this trip is not for you.
If you are not comfortable sleeping on a mattress on the floor with cold humid nights, and warm humid days. If you have mobility issues that would prevent you from walking short distances on high inclines, or if you are not willing to embrace cold showers and new adventures outside of your comfort zone, then no, this trip is not for you.
What Will We Be Doing?
We are currently still in the planning phase, but our current goals are to:
- Preach to and encourage the local congregation
- Begin the process of planting a new Living Word Bible School in Costa Rica
- Preaching the gospel or being involved in some sort of out reach.
- Renovating homes and building bunk beds (skills in this area of work is a plus!)
Additional Travel Requirements*
There are no visa or immunization requirements for traveling to Costa Rica. All travelers will need is a valid passport.
Want to join us in Costa Rica?
Early-Mid January
$1,200 per person (cost may increase due if ticket prices shift before purchase).
$1,200 per person (cost may increase due if ticket prices shift before purchase).
Reserve your spot now by registering with a $100 deposit!
We will reach out to you with more info and follow up with you concerning all the details between now and our trip date.
A valid passport is required for this trip.
We will reach out to you with more info and follow up with you concerning all the details between now and our trip date.
A valid passport is required for this trip.