Thank you Viviana, Natalia, Ralph and Mary, and the congregation of the Methodist Church in Ciudad Quesada, Costa Rica!

It was a wonderful time to have Viviana and Natalia to come and be in mission to Trinity. Mary Miller continued to offer translation not only of words, but of culture and nuances of faith.

Natalia and Viviana risked to come to be with us. Their purpose was to share the faith with all who would watch and listen. Viviana, as a high school senior, has a deep faith, and a phenomenal dance ability. Her work with our tambourine dancers was greatly appreciated.

Natalia returned to be with us once again. Her strong faith, her intelligent mind, and her willingness to share her faith touched the hearts of those who worhipped with her, and especially those who she was able to teach.

Our continuing relationship with the congregation in Costa Rica has been very important to the development of the faith of the congregation at Trinity. Our hope is that we have been able to share as much with those folks.

Our next trip will be in February 2002, as a group will travel down to be in mission with them once again. It is a powerful continuing opportunity to grow in the knowledge and love of Jesus Christ.

Many thanks to all those who contributed to the visit of Viviana, Natalia, Ralph and Mary. It made all the difference in the world...