Grayson United Methodist Church

Mission Trip 2026 🇩🇴– Final Day in San Jose

Our final day in San Jose has arrived, and it is hard to believe how quickly this week has flown by.

As we reflect on the past several days, we are reminded that this trip was never really about the projects we completed. Yes, we painted, built, shoveled, repaired, taught VBS, and served wherever there was a need. But the greatest work happened in the relationships we strengthened, the friendships we built, and the moments we shared together.

This week was about doing life alongside one another—laughing together, worshiping together, serving together, and witnessing God's love through the people of this community. We have been blessed by every hug, smile, and conversation.

We leave with full hearts, countless memories, and a renewed appreciation for the power of community, faith, and serving others. We may be heading home, but a piece of our hearts will always remain in San Jose.

Midweek in the DR 🇩🇴

Today was filled with construction, spreading gravel, painting and one of our favorites hair washing. The old saying goes “A picture is worth a thousand words,” but these pictures can’t capture the real story. They can’t convey the joy, the smiles, the high fives, the hugs,the laughter, and the countless piggyback rides and shoulder rides our team has shared with the children this week!

One thing I’ve learned again is that God doesn’t always build teams the way we would on paper. Looking at our group, you might not immediately think it all fits together. But God has done it again. He has woven together a team that is serving, , encouraging and impacting others in ways that only He could orchestrate.

We came here to be a blessing, but as always, we’re finding ourselves blessed beyond measure.

Excited to see what God has in store for the rest of the week.

Day 1 in San Jose is in the books! 🇩🇴

Today was filled with reconnecting with dear friends, meeting new team members, and watching new friendships form. We kicked off our first day of VBS, got started on construction projects.

Of course, no day in San Jose would be complete without a game of basketball and hanging out with the kids. Their smiles, energy, and joy are always a highlight of our trip.

Thank you for your continued prayers for our team, the community, and all that God is doing here. We are excited to see what Day 2 has in store!