Western Caribbean Ministry Trip - 2026

God has opened doors like never before.

We have an incredible opportunity in the Western Caribbean, this coming January, after years of sowing into the churches. We have been formally invited by the government to come and equip the beautiful people with the spiritual, physical, and emotional training to use when disaster hits.

They have formally invited us to:

1. Train around the country.
2. Given us the ability to set up a Crisis Responder Network.
3. Pre-position needed supplies before a disaster.

They didn’t just invite us— they laid out the welcome mat with expedited visas and shipping!
Never before have the doors to eternal hope opened so wide for a CRÍ training team! 

Will you join our efforts? 

Western Caribbean nations are rich in culture, history, and resilience, but it also faces significant challenges. Many communities lack access to basic resources, and the church operates under difficult conditions yet remains vibrant and strong. This mission trip offers a unique opportunity to partner with local believers, strengthen the Body of Christ, and bring hope and practical support. Unlike a typical CRI deployment, this trip focuses on ministry, training, —serving alongside the Western Caribbean church as they faithfully reach their communities with the love of God. You’ll witness the impact of faith in adversity and be part of the transformation and hope God is bringing to the Western Caribbean.

What to expect on this unique trip:

• Deep connections with local believers, making a real and lasting impact.
• The opportunity to inject encouragement and revival into the Western Caribbean church.
• The opportunity to equip three different communities with Crisis Responder Training.
• Be a part of a life-changing experience that will inspire and strengthen your own faith.
• Lead with us in dynamic communication and let God speak through you in times of ministry and teaching.
• Create real and lasting impact by raising up a new network of Crisis Responders across the nation.
• Help shape our flagship model of impact to the nations like never before.
• Understand the global church and God's heart for the lost in the Western Caribbean context. 
• Understand and experience the Western Caribbean's culture and see Western Caribbean historic sights. 

When:  January 13-19th, 2026

Cost: $2,700

* Note: the $700 application fee is the first non-refundable deposit for the trip allowing us to purchase airfare and begin to make arrangements. You will NOT be charged this amount unless you are accepted to the team. Once paid, the trip cost remaining is $2,000.

Team Leader:  Ferrin Cole

Travel Plans:

• Travel to Miami to fly out with the Western Caribbean team by January 13th (our international departure is at 12:30pm). 
• Serve in three different communities. 
• Return to Miami on January 19th. 

Expect:

• 70-90 degree weather and it is considered extremely humid with rain and heavy storms possible. 
• Environment: Cities with variable infrastructure and considerable needs. Traffic can sometimes be a challenge. 
• We have safe meals and safe water to drink. 
• Transportation is not always with seatbelts, sometimes in the back of trucks, heavy traffic, motion sickness medicine is advised.
• Government: The Western Caribbean has a different government system there is high control over all electronic communications. 
• Technology: Cell phones work in some areas if your carrier supports that region. The team leader will have a phone for emergencies at all times. Internet is monitored, slow when available. Drones of all types are illegal. Starlink is illegal. 

Cost Includes:

• Round-trip flights from Miami to Western Caribbean
• All meals from arrival in Western Caribbean to departure
• Lodging (based on double occupancy)
• Ground transportation
• Safe drinking water and meals
• Event registrations
• Translator services
• Sponsor three conferences we will do; you will be part of the ministry team
• Rest and Relaxation for an afternoon.

Additional Expenses:

• Recommended travel insurance.
• Visa cost of $85
• Meals and snacks at airports
• Blessing money for times you feel God wants you to bless someone
• Souvenirs
• You get one checked bag at $35 per person. Your carry-on is free. 

Ready to join the team?
Applying made easy: 

1. Click the "APPLY" button on this page to sign-up to serve with us. 
2. Create a Service Reef username and password that will be used for this and all future deployments. 
3. Fill in the needed information in Service Reef.
4. Our Deployment Admin will reach out if there are any complications with the application. 
5. Details on our address, packing list, and more will come in a follow-up email. 
6. Download the Telegram App and be ready to be included in the group responding to this situation - key communication will happen there. 

For more information on our Basic Training online, visit Criout.com