• Who is invited?

    HRS True Hope invites YOU to join us in supporting and ministering to the people of the Itmos region of Oazaca.

  • Why are we going?

    Our mission at HRS True Hope is linking the resources of a compassionate world to meet the needs of vulnerable children and communities. We uphold the mission on this trip, by providing educational materials to the children and offering leadership training to the local leaders in Oaxaca.

     

    The trip theme this year is Live Fearlessly, inspired by 2 Timothy 1:7-10.


    For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control. Therefore do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord, nor of me his prisoner, but share in suffering for the gospel by the power of God, who saved us and called us to a holy calling, not because of our works but because of his own purpose and grace, which he gave us in Christ Jesus before the ages began, 1and which now has been manifested through the appearing of our Savior Christ Jesus, who abolished death and brought life and immortality to light through the gospel.

  • Where are we going?


  • ​What are we doing?

    First, we travel to Juchitán de Zaragoza, a trade hub in the area. We work with Pastor Elizabeth and her late husband's church, Family Restoration Center, to provide programs for children, women and pastors. We give sermons and pray over the congregation at CRF, other local churches and faith-based organizations.


    Then, we travel to Matías Romero, where we follow Pastor Joel into the mountains to serve the children, women, and pastors who live there, far from town. Again, we give sermons and pray over the congregations.


    Both CRF and Joel are working to host a positive, encouraging, faith based radio station in the area. Ask how you can help this project, in an area where everyone listens to the radio because cell service is unreliable.

  • What does it cost?

    $700 per person, not including flights

  • What should I pack?

    Check airline information for specifics related to your flight and ticket type


    • Carry-on and Personal *combined* cannot exceed 10kg (22 lbs)
    • SIZE limit: 21.5 inches x 15.7 inches x 10 inches per piece
    • Briefcases, purses, computers, umbrellas, fanny packs, etc., are all classified as personal items, and should be able to fit beneath the cabin seats
    • Check-in bag must weigh under 25kg (52.5 lbs)!
    • Overweight or extra bag fees will have to be paid by the individual

    You will be living out of your luggage (i.e. nowhere to store or hang your stuff), so pack accordingly. We suggest packing your clothes by outfit/day in Ziploc bags and compressing out the air. This saves space and makes it easier to find/unpack. And, you can store your dirty clothes back in the Ziploc bag.


    Clothing


    • Clothing material should be lightweight or dry-fit.
    • Women should wear dresses that cover knees, no spaghetti straps, conservative look.
    • Men may wear long shorts during the day, but must change to long pants for evening church.
    • There will be a fair amount of walking, so we recommend good walking, closed-toe shoes. Sandals are fine, even at church services
    • Good Socks
    • Swimsuits for the hotel pool - Keep them modest
    • Pajamas, suitable for public viewing
    • Hat/baseball cap

    Essential Items


    • Passport - Passport/Travel wallets are good idea
    • Copy of passport - Keep in separate bag from your actual passport
    • Travelers insurance card
    • Bible
    • Portable fan with extra batteries (or USB)
    • Strong Flashlight with extra batteries
    • Toiletries (small travel bottles best)
    • Toilet Paper 
    • Soap - Liquid soap in travel bottles work best
    • Personal wash cloth and towel
    • Small thin towels best for packing (camp towel)
    • Sunglasses 
    • Sunscreen
    • Mosquito Repellant
    • Anti-itch medication (Chiggerex)
    • Liquid Hand Sanitizer
    • Small travel bottles are good to carry around with you
    • Prescription medicines in a labeled container
    • OTC medication/supplements
    • Pepto-Bismol / Cipro - Better safe than sorry, act sooner than later
    • Water Bottle(s)
    • Glasses or Contacts - Bring an extra set of contacts
    • Cleaning solution and storage case for contacts
    • If you have anything with batteries bring extras
    • First aid kit/band aids/blister kit
    • Pre-moist towelettes - Great for washing hands, etc. when there is no running water for washing
    • Small mirror for shaving, etc.
    • Chargers/cables for electronic devices

    Optional (but recommended) Items


    • Journal (You will be very sorry if you don’t write things down as you go… really)
    • Pen (What good is a journal without a pen?)
    • Ear plugs 
    • Rain poncho, rain jacket (light weight is best)
    • Long sleeve shirt/jacket/sweater for plane and/or rainy days
    • Small snacks
    • If nothing else, your stomach will welcome food that it is used to
    • Pictures of family and friends - The kids in particular are very excited to see any pictures you have of you and your family (and for those that have been there before, pictures of them). Try to learn the Spanish phrases for your family as well.
    • Travel Pillow - inflatable camp pillow)
    • Pillow case (or 2) and sheets (mummy sheet)
    • Electrolyte drink powders
    • Coffee mug

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