Author: Adventures

Philippines B4A 2021

Ministry Overview  In the Philippines, Beauty for Ashes partners with a ministry that rescues girls trafficked in the sex trade and is committed to bringing hope and healing to the lives of these women. From safe places to call home, to education and discipleship, they exist to give women the opportunity to have their lives fully restored. Your team will: Host Beauty for Ashes retreats, creating a space for God to bring hope, healing, and redemption to the stories of local women. Be trained and equipped to share about topics such as worth, identity, healing, and forgiveness with...

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Ecuador STM 2021

Ministry Overview  During your time in Ecuador, you will partner with our Adventures Ecuador Base, Inca Link, a ministry focused on reaching the youth of Latin America.  Inca Link has a network of ministries you will get to serve with. You will most likely serve in a home for children with special needs, or with a feeding program that supports refugees. Your team may also minister in a home created for survivors of human trafficking, or participate in an after-school program for children in low-income families. The ministry opportunities will vary so we ask that you come with a...

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New Orleans STM 2021

Ministry Overview  Your team will partner with Jesus Project in New Orleans. Over the past 15 years, this ministry has worked hard to support the families and children affected by Hurricane Katrina in an area called Holly Grove. To this day, they continue to invest in this neighborhood.  Your team will support Jesus Project in a number of their ministry efforts. At their Apple Street Learning Center, they have dedicated tutors and mentors, over 1,500 hours of one-on-one tutoring annually, access to technology, and consistent individual care. In addition, The Food 4 Kids program...

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Puerto Rico STM 2021

Ministry Overview  Your team will partner with a local church called Iglesia Bautista Rahim that’s dedicated to bringing the love of Jesus to their community. Here are some things you might be doing in Puerto Rico:  Work Projects: Help with small construction projects on homes affected by Hurricane Maria. Community Outreach: Visit the homes of those affected by Maria and hear their story while displaying the love of Jesus.  Children’s Ministry: Spend time with children while hosting Vacation Bible School in a local community. Housing Your team will stay...

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Chicago STM 2021

Ministry Overview  You will partner with a local church to share the hope and love of Jesus in a real and relevant way through a variety of ministry opportunities. Here are some things you might be doing in Chicago:  Children’s Ministry: Serve with a daycare program, build relationships, play games, and possibly accompany them on field trips to the zoo, museum, and other fun locations. Homeless Ministry: Hit the streets to build relationships with the homeless. This could look like bringing snow cones and setting up a game of checkers or sitting and getting to know...

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Rwanda B4A 2021

Ministry Overview  In Rwanda, Beauty for Ashes partners with the ministry HOPERwanda. HOPERwanda aims to empower local young women through the Holy Spirit and the teaching of life skills such as tailoring. These skills help women walk out of systemic poverty and into a bright future. Your team will: Host Beauty for Ashes retreats, creating spaces for God to bring hope, healing, and redemption to the stories of local women. Be equipped to share about topics such as worth, identity, healing, and forgiveness with others through storytelling and vulnerability. Build meaningful...

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