Based in Quito, Ecuador, the Crouses assist the Free Methodist Church in Ecuador and the Latin America Area (LAA) through leadership development, education and holistic transformation. J.R. is a member of the LAA Empowering Holistic Transformation team. He also serves on a committee that guides ministerial candidates. As part of the LAA team guiding the development of healthy leaders, Becky has served in ministries training leaders in Ecuador and throughout Latin America. The Crouses formerly served in Haiti and Peru.
Children: Marissa, Alena
Pray For
- J.R. and Becky to have wisdom for parenting
- 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...