Mazatlan Team

January 17-24, 2026

The WHY

Grace is committed to partner strategically in other areas of the world so that we can live holistically and generously, serving as a catalyst for the movement of God’s church globally.

The WHAT

Our partner, Shoulder to Shoulder, works in Mazatlán, Mexico with local churches to reach their communities. Grace Church is connecting to serve and empower these churches through long-term relationships. We will come alongside as they develop strategies to reach the people in their area for the Gospel.

Sion Church, Mexico

www.stsmexico.org

 

Partner Organization

Shoulder to Sholder Mexico

Price Details

Total Trip Cost: $1400*

We encourage all participants (regardless of personal means) to invite their friends/family to invest in the ministry financially (to defray the cost or give towards the ministry) and through prayer.

Payment Due Dates:

September 28th: $400

October 15th: $500

November 15th: $500

Trip must be paid in full 60 days prior to travel.

*passport costs not included

 

NEXT STEPS

PRAY:

Take some time to talk with God about this trip! Invite Him into the excitement, curiosity, nervousness, and questions. At the core, these trips are meant to help you grow closer in your walk with God while helping others do the same.

APPLY

Complete application & submit the $400 deposit by Sept 28th. We may ask for an interview.

*Limited spots available

PREPARE

Our team will prepare for this trip through team meetings and dinners to build team unity, discuss trip details, prepare our hearts, and tangibly prepare for the projects we will be doing. In addition, there will be video trainings that team members will be expected to do on their own to debrief and discuss at dinners & meetings. Our team will have some team cross-cultural serving opportunities together to prepare as well.

Training and Serving Together

  • October 1: Get to know one another dinner & team overview. 6:00pm at Fuss house (2525 Worthington Rd. Akron, OH 44313
  • October 18: Serve together in community. 9am-12pm, details TBD
  • November 21: Serve together at Foster Friendsgiving. Evening, details TBD.
  • December 15: Video training sent out, watch prior to Jan. 3rd meeting!
  • January 3: Team logistics meeting. 9am at Grace, Room C
  • January 12: Team Commissioning Dinner (feel free to invite families, friends and prayer team). 6:00pm at Grace