From Carpio to Cuba

What happens when a community known for receiving hope decides to carry it across borders?

Meet the Renuevos family—seven passionate leaders from La Carpio, Costa Rica, a neighborhood long marked by struggle and transformation. Now, these missionaries are preparing to take the hope they’ve experienced to a place in deep need of it: Cuba.

“For all of us, this trip means so much,” shares Josue, one of the team members. “We’re doing it as a Carpio family. We’ve grown to love each other, the community we serve, and the people in it. This trip could be the beginning of something incredible.”

Cuba is a nation facing profound economic, social, and spiritual hardship—especially among children and youth. In partnership with three local churches, the team will lead youth programs, train church leaders, and host a pastors’ retreat offering emotional, spiritual, and relational support for ten ministry couples.

It’s a full-circle moment. The people of Carpio, many of whom know what it’s like to be overlooked, under-resourced, and underestimated, are now boldly stepping into the role of missionaries themselves.

Coming from Carpio—a place where relational ministry is at the heart of everything—they’re not just planning to “go and preach.” They’re going to listen, to connect, and to build relationships that transform lives.

“We believe in ministry that doesn’t just preach the Gospel but makes it tangible and meaningful,” Josue said. “That’s what we hope to bring to Cuba.”

The team has already experienced moments of encouragement as they’ve gathered to dream and plan. They’re excited—but they also recognize the weight of the mission.

“Going to Cuba won’t be easy. We may face spiritual warfare,” Josue said. “But we know the Lord is in control. People are stepping up to help, and we’re trusting God to provide.”

They’ve set a goal to raise $11,000 to cover the full cost for the team of seven—and they’re inviting others to come alongside them in prayer, encouragement, and support.

“It might look impossible,” says Josue, “but we believe God will provide everything we need.”

This mission is more than a trip—it’s a testimony of how God uses once-broken places to bring healing elsewhere. It’s a picture of our Anywhere to Everywhere mentality: God can use anyone, from anywhere, to go everywhere with the hope of the Gospel.

You can join the Renuevos family as they carry light from Carpio to Cuba.

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