In Episode 8 of 20 Years of Stories, discover how one simple act of generosity can fuel an entire day of ministry and impact countless lives across Costa Rica. Through the Adopt a Day initiative, supporters help provide the daily resources needed to keep 68 Ministries operating year-round. From feeding centers and children’s outreach programs
In Episode 7 of 20 Years of Stories, discover how something as simple as a school uniform can change the trajectory of a child’s life. Through the child sponsorship program at 68 Ministries, families facing overwhelming financial hardship receive the support needed to send their children to school with dignity, confidence, and hope for a
In Episode 6 of 20 Years of Stories, hear the inspiring story of a young woman from Alajuelita whose life was impacted by 68 Ministries from childhood and who now serves the next generation with love, compassion, and purpose. Growing up in a community surrounded by violence, drugs, and hardship, she witnessed firsthand the work
In Episode 5 of 20 Years of Stories, hear the powerful testimony of a man whose life was completely transformed through the love of God and the impact of 68 Ministries. What began as “just another job” slowly became something much deeper. Through serving alongside mission teams, witnessing genuine compassion, and experiencing the peace of
What does it truly cost to follow God’s calling? In Episode 4 of 20 Years of Stories, the team shares the personal sacrifices, fears, and challenges that came with leaving behind comfort, family, and familiarity to pursue ministry in Costa Rica. From selling everything they owned and moving across the world with only 14 suitcases,
In Episode 3 of 20 Years of Stories, the story takes a powerful and deeply personal turn as firsthand encounters with spiritual warfare challenge everything the team thought they understood about faith, fear, and the authority found in Christ. What began as a normal day serving in Costa Rica quickly became something impossible to explain.
The early days of the ministry looked a lot different. There were no feeding centers, no kids’ ministries, and no one in the community knew what “vamos a jugar con los gringos” meant. Instead, there was one man looking to make a difference. This is the story of the first mission of our ministry–a simple
What happens when God calls you out of comfort and into obedience? In this powerful testimony, hear the incredible story of how one mission trip to Costa Rica turned into a life-changing ministry journey. From serving alongside local communities to witnessing lives transformed through the Gospel, this story reveals how God can use ordinary people
Interviewer: Why did Six Eight Ministries decide to focus on teaching English as part of its outreach? Six Eight Ministries: In Jaco, the economy is driven by tourism, and if you can speak English, your job opportunities multiply. Many locals earn $2 or $3 an hour working in resorts, then return to poor neighborhoods. By
Interviewer: What’s the vision behind the new Jaco location? Six Eight Ministries: Our vision for Jaco is threefold. First, it gives us more capacity for mission teams — both existing sites are booked solid through 2026. Second, we’re creating a retreat space for pastors, veterans, and first responders to rest and be refreshed. Third, we’ll
Interviewer: Spencer, can you tell us what Vines & Steins is all about? Six Eight Ministries: Vines & Steins is an event designed to bring people together in a relaxed, joyful environment — with live music, great food, and plenty of opportunities for fellowship. It’s all about celebrating community and the impact we can make
Interviewer: Can you tell us what Adopt a Day is and how it started? Six Eight Ministries: Absolutely. Adopt a Day is a fundraising initiative that helps us cover our daily operating costs in Costa Rica. It takes about $350 per day to run all our ministry programs — from feeding centers to local staff
