mission trip to honduras

God has a plan for Honduras.

You have a place in it.

Meet Real Needs With the Love of Jesus

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Adventure In Mission (AIM) invites you on an extraordinary journey of faith and fellowship. We discover the true essence of service as we join hands with the resilient people of Honduras.

Our mission trips are more than a momentary experience. Each mission dives deep into a world where faith is the cornerstone and love is the language. As we navigate through the challenges and triumphs of missionary work, we find that we receive immeasurable fulfillment in giving.

AIM provides more than temporary relief; we are about fostering lasting change. From the busy streets to the quiet countryside, our mission trips to Honduras are a testament to the power of collective action.

Get Involved

The call to serve is a profound echo in the heart. At AIM, we provide the path to answer that call. Honduran mission trips are an open invitation for you to step into a world where your skills, time and passion make a monumental difference.

Whether you are a builder, teacher, medical professional, or simply someone with a heart ready to serve, there is a place for you here. By becoming involved with AIM, you are not only embarking on a trip, but you are also joining a family. A family that laughs, prays, and works together to sow seeds of hope and prosperity in Honduran soil.

Your involvement means the world to a child awaiting education, a family needing a home, or a community desperate for clean water. We welcome you to bring your spirit of adventure and join us in a mission that goes beyond borders and builds bridges of compassion and understanding.

At Adventure in Missions, we measure our impact by children’s joyful laughter, families’ grateful smiles, and thriving communities that mark our journey through Honduras.

Our mission trips catalyze change, sparking progress for every life we touch. We have seen barren lands turn into bountiful gardens, dilapidated shelters transformed into cozy homes, and utter despair turned into hope.

Our work goes beyond mere aid; it empowers individuals and communities to break the chains of poverty and claim a future filled with promise and possibility.

Through providing food, clothing, shelter, medical care, and education, we are not just meeting basic human needs—we are nurturing dreams and fostering the growth of vibrant, self-sustaining communities.

Our impact reflects our values: Christ-like compassion, unwavering integrity, and commitment to servant leadership. As we continue to walk this path of service, we invite you to witness the stories of transformation and to celebrate the milestones we achieve together.

With every mission trip to Honduras, volunteer’s dedication, and prayer, we are building a legacy of love that will resonate for generations to come.

News & Updates

In the ever-unfolding story of Adventure In Missions, our News & Updates section showcases the vibrant tapestry of life-changing moments. Here, we share the heartwarming narratives of our Honduras missionary work, the advancements in our projects, and personal accounts of those lives that the touch of grace has forever changed.

Our updates serve as a beacon of light on the impact of our mission trips to Honduras. Our news is a chronicle of hope in action, from the inauguration of new community programs to celebrating another child’s educational milestone.

We invite you to stay tuned, where every update is an opportunity to rejoice in our progress. Your engagement and support fuel our efforts, and together, we are writing a story that will echo the love of Christ across Honduras and beyond.

Spreading Joy, Sharing Love: An Update from Nelvin, Cherise, Priscila, and Lucas in Honduras

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At the heart of Adventure In Missions is a community of believers, doers, and dreamers, all connected by a shared vision of service and love. Connecting with us is more than a click; it is the beginning of a relationship.

Whether you seek to embark on a Honduras mission trip, desire to support from abroad, or wish to learn more about our cause, we are here to walk alongside you.

Our doors are always open for your questions, comments, stories, and heart. We invite you to become an integral part of our mission through our websites, social media, and direct communication.

Reach out today and strengthen the bonds of fellowship and service. Together, we can continue to spread His transformative love to every corner of Honduras.

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Honduras Mission Trips

Deep culture and endless possibilities.

Create deep, lasting relationships with incredible partners that are serving their communities with heart and tenacity.

Honduras At A Glance

Subtropical in lowlands, temperate in mountains

$5,600 /year

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Nestled in the heart of Central America, Honduras is a vibrant nation with a rich local culture. From the ocean coastlines to mountainous terrain, this beautiful country is full of incredible opportunities for your team to serve on your Honduras mission trip.

Local churches across Honduras are vital resources to their communities to address a wide range of physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Pastors and church leaders are eager to partner with your mission team to serve in a variety of ways to continue their year-round work of showing the love of Jesus to those around them.

Honduras mission trips with PPM are centered around the local Church. God is at work in this nation, and we invite you to join in that work!

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Honduras FAQs

What is included in the cost.

Prior to the trip, the team leader will receive a group leader manual, which includes fundraising ideas and information to help with every aspect of trip planning. You will also receive access to your own online group account that will equip you to easily organize and plan for your trip. You will have access to online trip handbooks and resources for participants, promotional materials, group t-shirts and unlimited pre-trip consultations with your trip leader or location consultant. Your consultant will help you utilize your customizable ministry options and will identify a ministry partner that fits with your team.

Once in your ministry location, your team will be taken care of by a trained PPM staff, given safe meals, transported to/from the airport and to/from ministry sites each day, have plenty of safe drinking water, appropriate sleeping accommodations, an opportunity to attend local church services, evening worship, prayer, debriefing meetings, and experience a local sightseeing or recreation activity.

What is NOT included in the cost?

The registration fee, airfare, passports, vaccinations, spending money, offering at church services, construction and/or ministry materials, personal insurance, and extra recreation options outside of the normal recreation outing (ex. zip lining, snorkeling, surf board rental). Extra recreation options vary depending upon location, be sure to speak with your consultant about these options if you desire to add them to your trip. Please reference the pricing table above for any other exclusions.

Where will my team serve within the ministry location?

Within each of our partner countries we have multiple church and parachurch partners where teams serve. Not all teams serve at the same church or ministry. We determine ministry partnership assignments typically 6-8 weeks prior to mission trip dates. Throughout the planning process leading up to your trip, your consultant will be determining the best location(s) for your team and will let you know where your team will be serving as soon as we have confirmed that information. We will be doing our best to partner your team with churches and opportunities where your team will be best utilized.

Where will my team sleep?

Teams that select a trip with floor sleeping accommodations will sleep in a church, school, or community center. They will be divided by gender, and men's and women's rest rooms/showers will be available. Teams that choose a trip with hotel option usually sleep 3-5 people per room, with two people per double bed and individuals sleeping in single beds. All rooms are designated either male or female. There is no gender mixing.

What about safety?

Praying Pelican Missions holds safety as a top priority. PPM staff are trained and equipped to provide a safe and incident-free mission experience. PPM staff will be with your team for the entire trip and will have access to transportation, cell phones, hospitals, and first aid kits at all times. In the event of an emergency, PPM staff will guide and assist your team with proper next steps.

What about meals?

In most locations, three main meals per day will be served to your team (please see the table above). These meals will be a mixture of local cuisine dishes and potentially, a few American style dishes. During your consulting process, you will be able to identify team members who have allergies or dietary restrictions. PPM will do our best to accommodate these needs and all food and drink provided by PPM during trips is safe to eat. Purified drinking water will be provided for the team every day and for the cooks to use while preparing meals. We recommend if you have more severe dietary restrictions or allergies, that you bring along appropriate snacks.

Is there a language barrier?

In many of our countries, local communities are bi or trilingual, with English being one of their languages. However, for some locations English is not a widely known language and yes, there will be a language barrier. In those locations, PPM will provide a local staff team who will serve at assistant trip leaders and be available as translators for your team.

How do you choose your staff?

Your PPM staff members of your trip will be a mixture of full-time staff, local staff and seasonal interns. We believe in the value of local staff members and the health it brings to the ministry we are doing.

Honduras Location Info

Honduras basics.

Guatemala, Nicaragua, and El Salvador border Honduras. On the north, the country has a long border along the coast of the Caribbean Sea. On the south, a portion of its border touches the Pacific Ocean. Honduras is the second largest country in Central America, following Nicaragua. It's capital and largest city is Tegucigalpa.

Honduras has four distinct regions: the central highlands, Pacific lowlands, eastern Caribbean lowlands, and northern coastal plains and mountains. There are many mountain ranges throughout the country of Honduras, with peaks as high as 9,347 feet (2,849 meters). Interestingly, though, Honduras is the only country in Central America without volcanoes.

Climate, Language, & Safety

The climate in Honduras is very warm, with an annual average of 85 degrees, but thankfully has very little of the year that is humid and tropical. It is warm year-round. The warmest and rainiest part of the country is the Caribbean coast. The coldest is on the Pacific coast. Many consider that the best time of year to visit Honduras is between December and April, due to the warm weather with little rain. The most rainy days occur from June to October.

The official language in Honduras is Spanish, though you will also hear some English and some other Amerindian dialects.

Honduras is generally considered a safe place for visitors to travel. Your PPM staff will be with you every step of the way and will ensure that your team's safety remains a top priority.

Economy & Currency

The economy of Honduras is based mainly on agriculture, which accounted for 14% of its gross domestic product in 2013. The country's leading export is coffee, accounting for 22% of Honduran export revenues. The banana industry, formerly the country's second-largest export until it was virtually wiped out by 1998's Hurricane Mitch, recovered in 2000 to 57% of pre-hurricane levels. Cultivated shrimp is another crucial export sector. Since the late 1970s, towns in the north began industrial production through maquiladoras, especially in San Pedro Sula and Puerto Cortés.

The currency in Honduras is the Lempira.

Food & Fun

Honduran cuisine combines Mesoamerican (Lenca), Spanish, Caribbean, and African cuisines. There are also dishes from the Garifuna people. Coconut and coconut milk are featured in both sweet and savory dishes. Regional specialties include sopa de caracol, fried fish, tamales, carne asada, and baleadas. Other popular dishes include meat roasted with chismol and carne asada, chicken with rice and corn, and fried fish with pickled onions and jalapeños. In the coastal areas and the Bay Islands, seafood and some meats are prepared in many ways, including with coconut milk.

Family life is considered very important. Additionally, soccer is a very popular sport in Honduras, and most communities have their teams in addition to following the national team. Basketball, volleyball, movies, music, and dancing are also popular activities.

Honduras is an easy place for everyone to find something fun to do. From plentiful beaches to Mayan ruins, nature parks, and historic districts, its vibrant culture and natural beauty are engaging and ready to explore. 

History & Religion

Honduras was home to many important Mesoamerican people groups, most notably the Mayans, who flourished for hundreds of years. After colonization by the Spanish in the 16th century, those indigenous cultures began to blend with the Catholicism and Spanish language of the Europeans living there. Silver mining was a significant factor in the Spanish conquest and settlement of Honduras.

Honduras gained independence from Spain in 1821 and subsequently became an independent republic and has held regular elections since 1838. It saw early success in international trade between the 1870s and 1930s as a result of its banana exports. As a result of the significant political and cultural power of early fruit companies, the term "banana republic" was used to describe Honduras in the early 20th century.

The roots of the Catholic church go deep in Honduras through many generations, and the Church throughout the country is on the move. More and more people are identifying with faith in Jesus and local churches are active in responding to the significant needs across the country.

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Our partner-based trips differ a bit by location, but are all based on the same principles we believe are crucial to healthy mission trips.

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MEDA International Mission

MEDA International Missions (MIM) is a subsidiary of Ministerios Evangelicos de Las Americas (MEDA), a Christian ministry that has served over 10,000 pastors and local church leaders from the USA, Central America, and Latin America in its 20-year history. MIM is a part of the larger working of Christ to bring His global church closer […]

Banah Foundation

BANAH, which in Hebrew means to build, rebuild, establish, cause to continue, is a non-profit 501c3 dedicated to seeing significant long-term change in the lives and families it touches at the most basic level.

I live on an island in Honduras called Roatan. In the year 2013, God spoke to my heart and gave me the ROADORA Vision, which means Roatan Adora. And we began with my wife to organize ourselves to carry out the vision of which consists of carrying the message of Salvation and raising worship altars […]

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At the Spanish Institute of Honduras, studying Spanish is much more than grammar and vocabulary. As a school developed for evangelical missionaries, we integrate teaching, support, encouragement, preparation, and experience into your time with us! Ask us about language intensives, missionary programs, online programs, and kids’ classes. Come as friends; leave as family.

Olancho Aid Foundation Inc.

The Olancho Aid Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)3 Nonprofit, faith-based organization that empowers Honduran youth to transform themselves, their communities and their country through education. In this tradition, Olancho Aid sponsors Solidarity Projects aimed at joining communities in Honduras with the larger human family. Where there exists suffering and oppression, Olancho Aid invites student, professional […]

Care4Communities

Our is to share the love of Christ with the people of Roatan through Sports and Education. It’s pretty simple. Its all about relationships. Check us out on the web at care4communities.org.

HONDURAS MISSION TRIPS

We offer group and individual mission trips to the Marcala, Honduras area. In just one week, partner with a local church to construct a home from start to finish for a family in need. We offer one model home in Honduras with three rooms and a front porch. Finish your trip with one of our many excursion options to see the beauty of Honduras.

City Profile

Nestled in the highlands of La Paz department in Honduras, lies a small town that is a treasure trove of cultural richness and diversity. Welcome to Marcala, a place where ancient traditions are still very much alive. Marcala is known for its coffee, which has been cultivated here for centuries. Coffee is not just a source of income for the people of Marcala. It is also an integral part of their culture. Aside from coffee, Marcala is also famous for its handicrafts. Local artisans create beautiful pieces using traditional techniques passed down from generation to generation.

The people of Marcala are proud of their heritage and have preserved their customs and traditions despite the challenges they face. Their economy is primarily agricultural, with coffee production being the primary source of income. Many families rely on coffee farming for their livelihood, which exposes them to the volatility of global prices. Despite this, the city has made progress in diversifying its economy, attracting investment in tourism and service industries. However, despite these developments, poverty remains a significant issue in Marcala. The poverty rate in the city is estimated to be around 68%, with many families struggling to afford safe, sustainable housing. Many families live in overcrowded, substandard conditions, which makes them vulnerable to health problems and natural disasters.

By working alongside the Honduran church, Casas por Cristo volunteers help alleviate families’ financial burdens and bring the hope of Christ to this remarkable land full of beauty, history, and culture. With the provision of safe and secure housing, the largest tangible gift anyone will ever receive, you can proclaim the truth of God’s love not only to a family but also to the community at large.

Check out our Honduras Culture Guide for more info!

Interested in leading a group trip to Honduras? Check out our Honduras Group Trip Interest Info  document!

HONDURAS TRIPS

GROUP TRIP COSTS

• 2024 Cost | $11,542 | Groups of 15-25 people | Three-room home
• Meals, Transportation, and Lodging: $285/person | 6 & 7-day trips (additional $50/person/extra day beyond 7 days)
• Deposit: $1,000/project (nonrefundable; applied toward final trip fees)
• Travel insurance
• Arrive Wednesday and depart Monday or Tuesday
• Book flights to arrive between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM (for safety to avoid driving in the dark)
• Book flights to depart between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM (for safety to avoid driving in the dark)
• Family Gift Options
• Honduras Excursion Options
• Hire Local Labor (Optional) | $20/worker/day

TEAM CASAS TRIPS FOR INDIVIDUALS

• 2024 Cost: $1,175/person ages 12+ | $315/child ages 0-11
• 2025 Cost: TBD
• Deposit: $100/person (nonrefundable; applied toward final trip fees)
• Includes all meals, transportation, lodging, and travel insurance in-country
• Use the Palmerola International Airport in Comayagua (XPL)
• June 30 – July 6, 2024 (Scheduled – still accepting volunteers)
• December 27, 2024 – January 2, 2025 (Seeking 8 participants by October 27)
• June 29 – July 5, 2025 (Seeking 15 individuals by April 29, 2025)
• December 27, 2025 – January 2, 2026 (Seeking 15 individuals by October 27, 2025)

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Reaching The Lenca

For the past ten years LTW has been ministering among the Lenca people. We use short-term mission teams partnered with Honduran missionaries and church planters to open doors for starting evangelical churches in Lenca villages. To learn more about the Lenca people click the button below.

Camps for Orphans

Since 2008, LTW has focused our ministry to orphans around an annual summer camp experience. Through our summer camp ministry we’ve been able to witness life-change among our campers and North American staff. Camp is the highlight of their year.

Dental Ministry

In rural Honduras dental needs are great. We provide comprehensive dental care including extractions, restorations, cleanings and even one-day dentures. If you are a dental professional with a heart to serve the poor, we have a place for your on one of our spring or summer teams.

Partnerships

Our desire is to partner churches with specific villages and orphanages. Partnership in missions helps ensure long-term impact in personal lives and communities. Contact us today in order to learn more about how you and your church can begin partnering with us. 

What People Are Saying About Louder Than Words

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“For the past 10 years we have partnered with Louder Than Words to take the gospel to the Lenca. Through those years, countless individuals and communities have been transformed by the gospel of Jesus Christ. I highly recommend this ministry!”

La Esperanza, Honduras

WHY CHOOSE LOUDER THAN WORDS FOR YOU MISSION TRIP?

Hands-on ministry.

One of our core values is hands-on ministry alongside indigenous people. When we work alongside our new friends, it builds relationships that offer opportunities to share the life-changing message of the gospel. 

With almost 20 years of experience leading mission teams in Honduras, LTW offers peace of mind to team leaders and a history of credible ministry among the people of Honduras. Our track record of missions in Honduras makes us a great choice for your next missions partnership!

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Mission Trips

Honduras Mission Trips – MDM short-term mission trips are formed and facilitated several times each year. Trips can range from one week or more and accommodate groups of various sizes.  Typical team objectives include new home construction, public school improvement projects, Gospel outreach, medical or dental clinic outreach and much more.  Of course, every trip includes loving on the kids and families of San Matias.

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San Matías is a small community nestled in the mountains of Honduras about 30-40 minutes northwest of the capital city of Tegucigalpa. It is a community surrounded by fifteen villages… that we refer to as “the mountain” … for a total of approximately 3500 people, beautiful scenery and characterized by a relaxed pace of life.

However, just like the rest of Honduras, many residents live in extreme poverty. Jobs are scarce, and those jobs that are available don’t pay enough to live on–the average daily wage is approximately $10, which is barely enough to buy a few meals of beans.

It’s such a challenge to obtain sufficient food, little money is left for other basic needs like clothing and shelter–families must put forth their best efforts just to survive. Aside from obtaining food, one of the biggest challenges the community faces are education, healthcare, and care for the elderly.

During your trip, you will have the unique opportunity to work alongside community members to help empower them with the resources they need to provide food, education, healthcare and assistance for their families and neighbors, bringing hope amid difficult circumstances. You are sure to be touched by the warmth and hospitality of the people of “the mountain”.

2024 Team Schedule

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Ground and Project Costs

Ground Costs $200 per person, per night Project Costs House $5000 Roof (depending on size) $1800 – $2000 Floor (depending on size) $1600 – $1800 Food Basket $40 each Community Cookout $4/person

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Our goal with missions is to fulfill The Great Commission: "Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit,

and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you.” -Matthew 28:19-20

Our Vision Lead in reaching people with the gospel and providing opportunities  to serve them in a Christ like way.

We welcome churches, college teams, medical teams, dental teams, youth groups and anyone willing to serve on a one week mission trip.  Your trip will be geared towards the needs and abilities that your team provides. 

If you’ve ever been on mission trips, you know how that an experience like this can build community, teamwork, unity and memorable moments that last a life time.  Teams ride together, play together, eat together, work together, stay up late together, get up tired together. You become a team (Together Everybody Achieves More)  Mission trips apply “team” to create a sense of adventure, their desire to serve, their relationship with God, their daily experiences, their broken comfort zones and much more. 

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and local churches.

Our primary goal is to serve the local community by way of teaching, pastoral training, leadership classes,

VBS, construction projects, youth camps, dental teams and the feeding center.

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Rebuild fallen homes

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A Servants Heart Teams have a variety of abilities and the possibilities are endless. The most important part of a team is a servants heart.  Each person has something to offer to the team and that's what makes a mission team effective.

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The cost per person is $700 not including airfare.

The area we work and minister in is predominantly poor.   Come prepared with the right heart and ready to work.  

And a vision appeared to Paul in the night; There stood a man of Macedonia, and prayed him, saying, Come over into Macedonia, and help us. Acts 16:9

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HOI is committed to community led transformation and mission groups support their efforts in building thriving, faith-centered communities. 

HOI mission trips run Saturday – Saturday throughout the year. Typical mission trips are one week long with the exception being medical missions which can be two weeks. Black out dates include Easter and Christmas weeks.

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HOI currently serves Central and Southern Honduras.  

Building relationships, upholding dignity, engaging in community-led projects, and sharing the love of Christ are a part of every HOI mission, no matter which location or what week you serve. HOI’s in-country staff and partners work closely with community leadership to plan the projects. Groups have peace of mind knowing that community needs will be met in an appropriate, sustainable way. The logistics (such as ground transportation, meals, lodging, etc.) of your mission’s week are also prepared by HOI staff. As an organization, our goal is to prepare all we can, so our mission groups can focus on spiritually preparing for the week. 

A typical mission week consists of youth ministry (through Bible School or activity/sports camps), construction projects, prayer and fellowship time with families, and lots of flexibility for whatever else the week brings!

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The island of Roatan is 65 kilometers long, a place where you can find the second-largest coral reef in the world, and one of the world’s top destinations for scuba diving. There you can find miles of sandy white beaches. The island of Utila, next to Roatan, is known for its unique charm, its international diversity with a population of 4,000 people, and for having some of the world’s best and most affordable and easy access to snorkeling and scuba diving.

“We are so thankful to Changing People's Lives (CPL) International for the incredible opportunity of working together. For the first time, we have not been overlooked, and for this we are eternally in debt with those who will come as a participant of such a needed experience.” Dr. Ingrid J Zelaya Chief of the Medical Establishment, Roatan –Bay Island (Honduras)

Changing People's Lives (CPL) International has a variety of different mission trips where you can participate regardless of your area of expertise. In other words, CPL International offers a variety of “menus” for mission experiences, both national and international, for example:

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Proof of being fully vaccinated is required to participate in this mission experience. There are no exceptions to this requirement under ANY circumstances. English is the main language in the Honduras Bay Islands of Roatan and Utila. However, Spanish is also widely spoken in both islands. Please kindly follow CPL International’s instructions to obtain the required VISA to enter the country of Honduras.

‍ The entire group will be divided in small teams depending on the ground location for medical services. Every team will be designated a particular medical clinic, and each morning you should get together to travel to your group’s pre-arranged location to arrive at the proper time. On both islands, there isn’t enough medical or nursing staff to cover the necessities of the family health centers. There are only two satellite medical centers. To give you an idea of what it is like, one of those medical centers located in “flowers bay” has a medical student and a nursing student to cover approximately, 7,000 people that live in the area. The type of diseases that are most common on the islands of Roatan and Utila are: Arterial Hypertension – Diabetes type 2 – Bronchial Asthma – Obesity – Tinea Corporis – Tinea Pedis – Tinea Capitis – Prurigo by Insects – Onychocryptosis – Common Flu – Pharyngotonsillitis – Pharyngitis – Otitis Media – Anemia – Gastroesophageal Reflux – Hemorrhoids – Vaginal Yeast Infection- You may see women during their pregnancy with the limitation that during those types of medical evaluations they don’t have a fetal Doppler or an ultrasound.

The following are the types of medication that are most needed on the islands of Utila and Roatan. The people of Honduras will be extremely thankful if you and your team can bring the following: Omeprazole – Metronidazole – Hemorrhoid Cream – Azithromycin – Clarirto –Dicloxacillin – Clinda – Diphenhydramine – Losartan – Ferrous Sulfate – Folic Acid – Ketoconazole Cream – Clotrimazole Vaginal Cream – Loratadine for Adults and children – Diphenhydramine – Prenatals – Vitamins Adults and Children – Enalaprilato – Enalapril – Nifedipine – Amlodipine – Irbersartan – Metformin – Acetaminophen – Hydrochlorothiazide- Glibenclamide – Aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) - Ibuprophen – Clorhexidina enjuague 2% - Acido Hialuronico Gel -If needed, your team will be provided with a translator. It’s highly recommended that you bring an umbrella, mosquito repellent, a sombrero, sunblock, plastic sandals, your personal medication, a good photo camera, strong tennis shoes, plastic gloves (a box), a face shield, and an aluminum water bottle. There is a place for medical and nursing students as well as some other participants with other areas of expertise or interest. This particular mission experience is open for some health-related seminars on preventive medicine like: Smoking, Diabetes, Prostate and Ovarian Cancer, in a clinic or church setting. If you choose to do so, there is an opportunity to pray with patients and encourage them to seek that special element of God’s leading hand in their lives. There is a possibility that you may interact with other medical professionals that share the same area of expertise and professional interest. ‍ Most clinics will take place at a local, already established satellite medical clinic or in a tent at a central location of the village where we will be providing medical assistance.

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Honduras is one of featured mission trip countries for water projects . There are many different mission trip types that you can choose from and we just wanted to make you aware about this exciting opportunity. No matter what you do, a mission trip to Honduras in 2020 would be amazing and leave an impact.

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Join a mission trip to Honduras! Honduras is home to an ancient Mesoamerican tradition mixed with Spanish culture. Although the country is similar to other Central American countries it, of course, has its own unique characteristics.

Honduras is a third world country with many people living in poverty and need. One of the main problems in the country is clean water. You could choose to join a long-standing water project in Honduras which endeavors to get water filters in many homes. By helping install water filters, you not only bless the people, but you also have an open door for face to face ministry.

Of course, there are many other types of ministry that need to happen there as well.

Explore the many facets of discipleship in your Honduras mission trip. Make this happen for your group and let His love be known in your mission trips to Honduras.

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Who We Work With: Missioners of Christ

Type of Service: Evangelization, Catechesis

Trip Capacity: 20

What’s Included:  International airfare, travel insurance, pre-trip orientation, post-trip debriefing, food & lodging in-country, project materials, in-country transportation

What’s Not Included:  Immunizations & personal travel medicines, travel to and from U.S. departure city (determined by FOCUS Missions), passport and visa expenses, other personal incidentals

Fundraising:  Each FOCUS Missions Participant has the opportunity to fundraise the entire cost of his or her mission trip. After you have been accepted on a mission trip, you will be contacted by your personal fundraising coach.

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Other precautions FOCUS Missions takes include consulting government agencies, such as the U.S. State Department, the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP), and the Center for Disease Control regarding traveler health. FOCUS Missions also has a number of resources dedicated to promoting safety and mitigating risk, including training every Mission Director in safety and risk management at our Mission Director Leadership Summit, arranging insurance policies for each trip, and equipping our staff and students with safety guidelines at trip orientation.

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Formed in 2008 by Marty and Christa Smith, Project World exists to provide an avenue to facilitate mission teams from the US to serve the people of Honduras by meeting their spiritual and physical needs.

Our ministry is rooted in 2 Corinthians 5:18-20 :

All this is from God, who reconciled us to himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation: that God was reconciling the world to himself, not counting their trespasses against them, and entrusting to us the message of reconciliation. Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God.

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Marty attended his first mission trip to Honduras in 2002.  On this trip is where he met Soyla Radcliff and Tim Solterman with His Harvest Ministries.  Marty was deeply impacted by the poverty he saw, and was drawn to return and get involved in helping the people of Honduras.   A year after Marty’s first trip, Christa, along with their two girls, Hannah and Sarah, joined him on a mission trip to Honduras.  The work in Honduras is truly a family affair.  

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Jorge and Yesi joined Soyla Radcliff in her mission work in Honduras over 15 years ago and have been faithfully serving the people of Honduras ever since. Jorge and Yesi currently live El Tizate with their two sons and daughter-in-law, Franklin, his wife, Kayla and Rusbell.  As a family, they are local missionaries serving in the community and surrounding areas of El Tizate.

Soyla Radcliff has been serving the people of Honduras for over 20 years.  Her first experience in Honduras was when she joined Tim Solterman with His Harvest Ministries to travel to Honduras after Hurricane Mitch to provide food, clothing, and share the love of Christ. To know Soyla is to know her heart resides in Honduras, and her desire is to serve others.  Soyla has a home in San Antonio, Texas.

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I. objective.

Through the experience of a short-term mission trip, it is hoped that participants will contribute significantly to many of the needs of the Honduras people. The trip will also expand one's view of the Creator, the great need in the world, and the relative unimportance of "thing" in our lives. This will be a trip of "reverse mission" where we learn some of life's most important lessons from the poorest of the poor.

II. AIRLINE TICKETING

HCRF arranges for airline tickets through a travel agency, which specializes in mission travel. By doing so, we can achieve significantly lower group rates.

III. TRAVEL DOCUMENTS​

You are required to have the following pieces of personal identification:

A. Passport: Applications can be made at the Post Office or at some local libraries (including the Beachwood Library at Richmond and Shaker). Cost is approximately $60 and takes about six weeks. This cost is not included as part of the trip payment plan.

B: Required back-up 1.0.: You should copy the inside of your passport which includes your picture and personal information. It should be carried separately from your passport.

C. Immigration form: This will be given to you by the airline during the flight. Team leaders will assist in filling out this form.

IV. IMMUNIZATIONS

The Center for Disease Control recommends the following:

A . Malaria preventative B. Tetanus. Should be updated every ten years. C. Typhoid. D. Hepatitis Type A.

V. HEALTH AND HYGIENE

Sanitary conditions throughout Honduras are poor. Parasites and microorganisms cause many health problems for the Honduran people. These can cause intestinal disorders, such as diarrhea, in foreigners.

To remain healthy, carefully observe the directions below.

A. WATER: Drink only bottled water. Tap water is unsafe to drink. DON'T EVEN USE IT TO BRUSH YOUR TEETH. Ice made from tap water is also unsafe.

B. WASH-N-DRYS: These and/or hand antiseptic hand sanitizer gel are great. These are convenient to use when water is not readily available.

C. TOILET TISSUE: In Nuevo Paraiso, toilet tissue is provided. However, it is not flushed down the commode; rather it is deposited in a container next to the commode. Plastic bags (grocery store) are ideal for depositing used tissue. It is recommended that you keep one roll on you at all times. Even areas such as the airport may lack toilet tissue.

VI. LIVING CONDITIONS

A. HOUSING: During your stay in Honduras, your Home Base will be comfortable. In Nuevo Paraiso, beds are available, which include the necessary linens and pillows. Showers are available.

B. FOOD: Three meals a day are prepared by Honduras cooks who are associated with the organization. You will also have the opportunity to dine in a Honduras restaurant, where food and water are safe. Hondurans show their love and affection for others through their cooking. They appreciate hearing that you enjoyed your meal. Do not buy food from street vendors. In Nuevo Paraiso there is a store that you can buy "coke in a bag" and pop.

C. WEATHER: The temperature is likely to reach 98 degrees in the heat of the day. Dehydration can easily occur under these conditions. Drinking plenty of bottled water (supplied) is a must. A water bottle is required, so individuals can obtain clean water from the Home Base. Sunscreen, SPF 15 or higher, is recommended along with lip protection. Aloe Vera is helpful with sunburn. Bring a lightweight long-sleeve shirt if you burn easily. A Hat for all missionaries is necessary.

VII. CLOTHING

It is important, out of respect for Hondurans, that we comply with their standards. Please use discretion and common sense. Keep modesty in mind. Wearing clothes that are tattered is a sign of disrespect. Cool, comfortable clothing is recommended. Cotton clothing is most appropriate. Hospital scrubs are ideal for both the Home Base and the work sites.

MALE ATTIRE: Lightweight work pants, slacks and jeans are appropriate. Shorts may only be worn at the Home Base, not to the work area. Short-sleeve shirts, t-shirts or tank tops may be worn; however, they must not contain any questionable logos, such as beer, cigarettes or rock groups. For church, a collared shirt and casual pants are recommended. Tennis shoes and boots are recommended foot attire. Sandals/flip-flops can be used at the Home Base and are excellent for showering.

FEMALE ATIIRE: Jeans, slacks and dresses may be worn. No mini-skirts, tank tops or skin revealing attire can be worn. No open-toed shoes can be worn to the work site. Tennis shoes and boots are excellent choices.

LAUNDERING: During the week, the women at the Home Base will wash your clothing for a nominal fee. This is a way for the women to make extra money.

VIII. MAKE-UP AND JEWELRY

Keep make-up to a minimum. Leave expensive jewelry at home. Earrings and bracelets are not appropriate for males. Inexpensive watches are recommended for everyone. Please keep in mind that jewelry may be an attraction for you to be robbed.

IX. PACKING

Pack lightly; you will only be gone a week. Do not take anything you can't afford to lose. Rolling clothes takes up less space. Avoid glass containers. The airline permits two check-in bags and one carry-on per person.

You may bring a purse or small camera bag in addition to your carry-on. It is suggested that your carry-on be a backpack. Nametags need to be on all baggage. One bag should contain your personal items, while the second one is used to pack supplies and gifts. Please bring large baggage to pack the supplies.

A. CARRY-ON BAGGAGE: The dimensional limit cannot exceed a total of 45 inches: maximum height is 15 inches; width, 20 inches; and depth, 10 inches. Be sure to pack any items you do not want to lose in this bag.

1. Passport: Make four copies. Leave one at home, bring one to the team leaders, pack one in your suitcase, and put one in your wallet. 2. Brigade Shirt (to be worn to the airport) 3. Drivers license or backup I.D. 4. Change of clothes in case your baggage is lost. 5. Camera and film 6. Water bottle 7. Toilet paper ( 1 roll) 8. Hand sanitizer. 9. Medications. Include Pepto-Bismol or lmodium AD and Correctol. If you are prone to motion sickness, Dramamine is recommended. Remember all personal medications. 10. Health insurance card. 11. Books 12. Cellular phones, iPods, and other small electronic devices, playing cards, etc. are allowed if desired, but not necessary. (Some travelers enjoy using their cell phones to call loved ones while at airports, however most cell phones will not work in Honduras. Team leaders can help with phone communication home if necessary.)

B. CHECK-IN BAGGAGE: May not to exceed 50 pounds; duffle bags may be used.

1. Clothing (Work clothes: lightweight work pants, jeans, slacks or scrubs, t­shirts and tennis shoes or boots. Non-work clothes to wear at home base and nicer clothes for church). 2. Soap/anti-bacterial lotion. 3. Toilet paper (1 roll). 4. Sunglasses 5. Hat for protection from the sun. 6. Contact lenses (bring an extra pair). Glasses are preferred at the construction sites. 7. Shoes, boots and shower clogs/sandals. 8. Light rain jacket. 9. Electric hairdryers and shavers 10. Snacks (granola bars, crackers, hard candy) 11. Flashlight. 12. Insect repellent. 13. Work gloves. 14. Sunblock. 15. Lip protection 16. Aloe gel 17. Ladies' note: Come prepared with tampons. You may not be able to purchase them in Honduras. 18. Journal

X. MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION

A. COMMUNICATION: Good communication is essential for preventing and solving problems. If you have any problems of health concerns, please talk with your leader.

B. BEING SENT HOME: If you create a serious problem within the team, you will be required to return home immediately. The use of drugs or alcohol is unacceptable.

C. WORKING WITH TRANSLATORS: The interpreters are vital to the organization. Be sure to go out of your way to treat these individuals as part of your team. We encourage you to get to know them personally. Do not invite any Honduran to the United States.

D. CURRENCY: Do not bring travelers' checks. Upon arrival at the airport in Honduras, you may exchange the American dollar for Limpira. One Limpira is worth about seven cents. Most team members spend less than 100 dollars. Credit cards are accepted at the shops in the city.

E. GIVING TO THE POOR: Refrain from giving to beggars, many of whom are professionals; even the children consider begging a game.

F. GIFT GIVING:

1. If you want to leave some of your personal belongings (clothing), check with your team leader first. 2. If the team leader approves, the item(s) will be given to Mae Cruz who will (anonymously) present the donation. 3. Never arbitrarily give items away to Hondurans. 4. Giving things away, even candy, can create chaos. It is very important not to add to the disempowerment of the people by creating a begging mentality. The gifts that the team brings down will be distributed by the Home Base leaders.

G. SHOPPING: On one of your days in Honduras, you will have the opportunity to shop for souvenirs. Basket weaving, leather goods, pottery, hammocks, etc. can be purchased. Again, most areas accept credit cards.

XI. TEAM PROJECTS

A. CONSTRUCTION: Recent teams have worked on projects which have included churches, schools, orphanages, dormitories, hospices and individual homes. All of these projects have one thing in common; they are built out of concrete. This means that most of the team will be carrying tools and materials, mixing and pouring cement and laying concrete blocks. All of this work is done "Honduran-style" - by hand. Additionally, there is often carpentry, painting, pluming and electrical work to do. We have found that men and women of all ages are able to learn and do all of the types of work needed to complete these projects. There is plenty of opportunity for light tasks that require no lifting. The rule is that when one is tired, they are expected to get out of the sun, sit down and rest. On hot days, a cycle of twenty minutes on and twenty minutes off may be appropriate. Drink plenty of water.

B. MEDICAL TEAM: In the remote areas of Honduras, medical care is very limited, and, in some cases, unavailable. When medical personnel are on your team, they may hold temporary medical clinics in these areas. Usually only those with medical experience or translators go on these expeditions. However, and while this trip is primarily a medical mission, there are numerous opportunities for non-medical personnel to participate.

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Generous Coffee Grew From A Trip To Central America And A Passion To Help Others

The Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce had a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday for Generous Coffee and their new location at 121 W. Center St., Warsaw. Photo by David Slone, Times-Union.

By David Slone Times-Union

WARSAW — The seed for Generous Coffee Co. sprouted from a church trip to Central America over a decade ago.

In the last seven years, it’s donated approximately $200,000 to over 20 nonprofits.

Friday, May 10, Generous Coffee had a ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Kosciusko Chamber of Commerce for its new location at 121 W. Center St., moving from 123 S. Buffalo St., Warsaw. A grand opening is scheduled for 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. today, Saturday, May 11.

Ben Higgins — a Warsaw Community High School graduate, star of the 20th season of “The Bachelor,” I Heart Radio host and author of the book “Alone in Plain Sight” — is one of the owners of Generous Coffee.

In an interview Friday before the ribbon-cutting, he said that in 2011, Warsaw Community Church went to Central America and on that trip, a few friends of his felt a passion for the people there and to help try to alleviate poverty.

“So we came back and that’s where Humanity & Hope United started, which is a nonprofit started by Riley Fuller, and Jordan Fuller now runs it with him,” Higgins said. “Long story short, after my time on ‘The Bachelor,’ with still having the passion for Central America and to alleviate poverty, Riley, Drew Scholl and myself got together and we had this idea that we could start a for-profit business, sell a product – we didn’t know at the time what it would be – and donate 100% of the profits to nonprofits.”

The bags of coffee that can be purchased at Generous Coffee highlight the nonprofits that 100% of the proceeds from the sale of the coffee will go toward. Photo by David Slone, Times-Union.

They eventually fell in love with coffee.

“Fast forward to today, Riley and Drew are supporters but they’re no longer involved. And Tyler (Silveus) and myself now own Generous and we have the same model. So we sell specialty grade coffee — both retail and wholesale — and then we donate 100% of the profits to nonprofits,” Higgins said. “So it’s a passion project for Tyler and myself, and the best way to explain Generous is it’s a fundraising engine for organizations doing incredible work around the world.”

For this next quarter, Generous will be supporting four local organizations — Court Appointed Special Advocates, the Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts, Baker Youth Club and Cardinal Services.

“In the past, we’ve supported organizations that have done clean water, called One at a Time. Ones that supported mental health and loneliness within schools and with adults, which is called Only Seven Seconds. And then Love One, which is an orphange in Rwanda, and Brace for Impact, which does healthcare and education in Haiti,” Higgins said.

The difference between Generous Coffee’s new location on Center Street and the former place is the set-up, he said. “The other building is fantastic, but it was one big open space, so you walk in and it’s extremely high ceilings, big open space, exposed brick walls, and it really didn’t accommodate the public well because they were going to be kind of sitting on top of where we were going to be doing all of our work,” Higgins said. “This allows us a space in front for people to gather, to hang out, to work, to meet, to talk while we get to do everything back here. Now, they can come back here and sit. These couches are open to the public to sit on and hang out on, but it really kind of separates where we’re at and gives the public a space to hang out.”

Speaking on why they wanted to move, Silveus said, “One of the biggest reasons was we needed a concrete floor and an overhead door. We’re moving 4,500-pound pallets around and it was tough getting it through the doors at the other place. The other reason was, this space set up better for commercial roasting than the other did. It had a front and back so that we could kind of do both. And then Fellowship (Missions) had some really cool ideas for that (Buffalo Street) building, it’s going to meet some needs for them, so we’re excited to put all three of those together.”

Higgins said they really wanted to stay in downtown Warsaw.

“Tyler and I both are very focused on staying downtown because we think downtown Warsaw is in one of the coolest places it’s been in 20 years,” he said.

Silveus said, “You can’t get a building like it’s got any character if you’re outside downtown really. The age and the aesthetics of these buildings are just amazing.”

Higgins, who lives in Denver, Colo., said the buildings are cool and he comes back to Warsaw quite a bit now. “I think downtown Warsaw is an amazing place and I think it’s only going to get better,” he stated.

Generous Coffee isn’t what one might consider a typical coffee shop.

“We want to have a space that’s open to the public. We will put our coffee on. So you can come here and have a regular cup of coffee. We’re going to do it donation based, so we’re going to be constantly moving around to the different local nonprofits, so this month the coffee donations will go to” the nonprofits, Silveus said.

He said there’s great coffee shops in downtown Warsaw. “The River recently came on as a client, so they’re going to be the place that we direct people to if they want to get a real coffee drink, with Generous Coffee just right down the street. But there’s really not a lot of place in the downtown area to just hang out and have soft seating and whether you want to have a meeting or study or whatever. We want to provide (that) and see what this space will get used for – that’s the fun part. We really don’t know what it’s going to get used for. We’re going to let the community kind of tell us what this space should be used for, and that’s exciting for us to discover that, along with everybody else,” Silveus explained.

Hours for Generous Coffee are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.

“We will be here roasting, packaging, shipping. We’ll have a light on and coffee out,” Silveus said, adding that their hours may overlap with Living in Transition Effectively’s.

Higgins said, “There’s going to be a neon light upfront. When that is on, that means we are here. So there could be days that it’s not 9 to 1 but somebody has to come in and work and we just turn on the lights so people can just come in and hang out. But that’s upfront. So, if it’s on, come on in.”

There also will be a retail shop in the front.

“You can buy bags of coffee. You can subscribe to coffee, if you’re local and pick it up with no shipping costs from the lockers upfront. You can buy apparel here. So there will be a little store, but as Tyler mentioned, we really want to point people to go to the local coffee shops, especially The River because they will be serving Generous,” Higgins stated. Warsaw is Generous Coffee’s only location, but they have multiple locations serving Generous Coffee.

“So we have a lot of coffee shops, businesses that are serving Generous, churches, and obviously households, but this is the only place that’s branded Generous, that is operated by Generous,” Higgins said.

He said they hope to grow Generous Coffee.

“We believe that if we have a place that we can roast from, then maybe more businesses will start serving Generous in our local community,” Higgins said. “Tyler and I, when we strategically placed it here, the idea is that we’ll grow from here. This will always be in Warsaw, it’ll be our place, but I think the Midwest and Central Indiana is a place to grow from and spread out from.”

They are doing a lot of coffee across the country. It comes from places in Honduras, Brazil, Rwanda, Colombia, Ethiopia and Mexico.

“We have it from all over the world, and it’s all specialty grade coffee. So, coffee is graded on a scale of 1 to 100, and our coffee is our specialty graded, meaning it has to be above an 85, so we are doing the best coffee that you can get in the world, craft-roasted here,” he said.

For anyone interested in adding Generous Coffee to their offerings, email [email protected] .

“I think one of the coolest things that we can do for businesses right now, depending on scale, depending what they’re about, is we love to partner in gifting programs. So, if you’re a real estate agent, mortgage broker, financial advisor, a bank, whatever it is and you have clientele, you can actually design your own coffee bag,” Higgins said. “So we can help you design a coffee bag, we’ll package it, ship it for you or we’ll just package it and bring it to you if you’re here in town. But we’re really excited about our ability to customize coffee offering.”

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