Assigned to Quito, Ecuador, the Crouses assist the Free Methodist Church in Ecuador and Latin America through leadership development, education and holistic transformation. J.R. serves on an international team of coaches equipping local churches to launch and lead ministries focused on holistic community transformation. He also mentors leaders and serves on a committee that guides ministerial candidates.
Becky contributes to the development of healthy leaders by serving in leadership training ministries throughout Ecuador and Latin America. Her work includes training facilitators who teach ministerial formation courses and equipping children’s workers who use the Roots Spanish curriculum.
The Crouses previously served in Haiti and Peru.
Pray For
- a healthy balance of ministry and family responsibilities
- health and God’s direction in life and ministry
- fruitful ministry in building up church leaders
- the formation of supportive friendships and vibrant working relationships
- growth and impact of the Ecuadorian church in reaching Ecuador for Christ
Continuous Learning: A Blessing for God’s Church
“I don't have time. I don't have money. I’m too old.” These are excuses people often use to stop learning. Pastora Mariana Mafla, the mission district leader in Ecuador, believes continuous formation is a duty and a necessity for every person in the church. Despite...
Moved by the Spirit
Esmeraldas is a beautiful province on the Ecuadorian Pacific Coast adorned by a brilliant sun, with waves hitting the boats that sail through its sea. But it is also an area filled with serious social conflicts affecting young people, who are easy prey to drug...