WHAT IS THE MARKETPLACE MINISTRY PROGRAM?
We operate a missions program through the coffee shop twice a year. Our curriculum offers a look inside the coffee shop industry and the basics of owning and successfully operating a small business, as well as an opportunity for personal spiritual growth through ministry classes, community service and living in community. We believe that the entire world is a mission field and that everything each of us does, as ambassadors of Christ, should serve to bring Him glory. Our goal is to provide young adults a new way to experience the mission field by having them live “normal” lives in a foreign country while working in the marketplace.
WHAT DOES THAT LOOK LIKE?
As a participant in the program, your days might look a lot like they do in your home environment; each week you would have a few classes, work a few shifts at a coffee shop, travel a bit, be a part of a church, socialize with friends and neighbors, be involved in the community, and live with other young adults while sharing household responsibilities.
A few differences might be, the fact that the locals speak Spanish, and you’ll be trying to learn it too, the currency, living a few blocks from the beach, not having your own car, but most importantly, the opportunity to serve those less fortunate in Mazatlan in a variety of ways. Your time working at the shop will help pay to build a home for a local family in need. You might even have the chance to be a physical part of the build.
IS THIS FOR ME?
Whether you are a college graduate, fresh out of high school, in between jobs, or just looking for something new, our program provides an opportunity to serve Jesus in a practical way in Mexico, and grow in your understanding of missions, business, and service. At this time we do not have accommodations for married couples, though that may be a possibility in the future.
The program is a 16 week commitment, with semesters from Mid-October to the end of January, and from February through Mid-May.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
The amount to be raised for this program is $2,000.
Price includes:
- Food – at the house and out as a team
- Lodging – bedding, general toiletries, laundry supplies, etc.
- Utilities – electric, gas, water, etc.
- Internet – wireless and house computer
- Phone – US landline, call US or Canada
- Use of – pool, scooters, bikes, kayaks, camping gear, fishing gear, surfboards, skateboards, etc.
- Classes – Spanish, Ministry, and Business
- Trips – 2 within Mexico as part of the program
- Devotional – a study for during the program Adventure Day Activities – 12 in all
The first semester program is set to start October 13, 2010 and run through January 29, 2011. The second semester program will start February 2, 2011 and run through May 21, 2011. Contact us for more information. We would LOVE to have you join us. It will be life changing and very rewarding. We look forward to meeting you!
