An Adventure Awaits You In Puerto Rico! Smiling tourists never imagine the truth of life in Puerto Rico. A commonwealth of the United States, Puerto Rico offers wealthy residents and tourists the comforts of America as well as exotic beaches and a relaxed Caribbean culture.    Sadly, almost half of the population lives below the poverty line, and unemployment always remains high. Most of the Puerto Rican people do not have access to services such as police protection and emergency mediacal care. Many families have been torn apart by emigration—almost half of the...

An Adventure Awaits You In Guatemala! In one of the poorest countries in Latin America, active volcanoes and lush green forests hide suffering people. Families squeeze out a living combing through garbage dumps. Children risk disease or injury as they reclaim and sell items to feed their families.  With over half of the population living below the poverty line, the needs here seem overwhelming. But despite this extreme poverty, the Guatemalan people take pride in their hospitality and warmly welcome visitors as long-lost friends. You may connect with people and learn...

An Adventure Awaits You In Atlanta! What do Coca-Cola, Six Flags, and human slavery all have in common? Atlanta. It’s sadly ironic that the home of Martin Luther King has now become a hub for the modern human slave trade. Atlanta’s explosive growth has brought a tourist economy and exciting attractions to northern Georgia. But that same growth also hides a far more sinister underground. Homelessness, drug use, and crime permeate the city. Children are sold into slavery and prostitution. The forgotten people here desperately need the hope of Jesus and a second...

An Adventure Awaits You In Chicago   Just beyond the glamour of the Magnificent Mile, hearts lie in ruin. Millions of guests visit the Windy City each year to experience the shopping, restaurants, and world famous landmarks.  Chicago’s warm, friendly atmosphere makes it a popular destination for tourists and businesses alike. The most diverse region in the Midwest, Chicago boasts over 200 ethnic and language groups. From the famous deep-dish pizza to Ukrainian borsch to dim sum in Chinatown; it’s all authentic. However, Chicago also remains one of the most segregated...

An Adventure Awaits You In Costa Rica! Behind the “Rich Coast” and thick rainforests in this beautiful country lies the challenge of a nation in transition.  Because of the growing tourism industry, many Costa Rican families have abandoned self-sufficient farming for the work opportunities available in larger cities. As a result, the country finds itself in the midst of a significant cultural change.  For those elevated in status by foreign investment, traditional morals and lifestyles have given way to a modern, consumer-oriented world. For those left behind,...

Note : This trip is ONLY open to people who have previously participated in an Ambassador trip. Are you always scrambling to make last-minute plans for New Year's? Would you like to end 2011 and begin 2012 in a truly memorable way?  How 'bout you spend some time catching up with your teammates that you've been missing while jumping right back into ministry? We're taking some folks to San Diego after Christmas to be Jesus to the homeless and to refugees.  Speaking of which, you remember that Jesus was a refugee when he was born, right?  You'll spend...