State College Alliance Church will be continuing our partnership with Esperanza de Ana by sending a team of youth and adults to Chilca, Peru from June 13-20, 2026. Read below for more details about the trip and to register to join the team. If you have questions, please direct them to Christie Jester at christieajester@gmail.com.
Who are we going to serve? SCAC and ACF have a rich history with at Esperanza de Ana, a ministry that serves the kids and families of Chilca, Peru through education, family restoration, and discipleship. Visit the Esperanza de Ana Website for more information about their mission and ministry.
Who can be a part of the team? Adults and students age 14 (entering 9th grade in the Fall of 2026) and older are welcome to join the team.
How much will it cost? The total cost of the trip will be approximately $2,200, including airfare, lodging, most meals, and supplies needed for our service projects. Of this cost, the church will raise 1/3 through sponsorships and you are encouraged to raise the final 2/3 of the cost through personal fundraising and your own contributions.
What will the team do? During our week in Peru, we will worship and pray together, serve alongside the missionary and local teams, and participate in some cross-cultural experiences. For more information about a trip to Esperanza de Ana, download their Participant Information Guide.
How to I register? The link below will allow you to register for the trip and pay a non-refundable, non-deductible $100 deposit for each person on the team. Please complete this deposit by December 1st so we can begin making travel arrangements.