Sometimes it’s hard to imagine what God is doing in another part of the world. This video takes you right into Nicaragua—Masatepe and Papagayo—so you can see it for yourself.

Lauren thought she was going to Nicaragua to make a difference—but God used the trip to change her. From conversations with families in Masatepe to quiet moments of reflection, she saw what it means to lead with love, to live with gratitude, and to listen when God stirs your heart. This is how one short-term mission became the start of a long-term calling.

What started as a short-term mission trip became a life-changing calling -through divine provision and a deep sense of belonging, this story unfolds as one young leader follows God's lead to join One Collective's team in Nicaragua, stepping fully into purpose and community.

What started as a short-term mission trip became a life-changing calling—through divine provision and a deep sense of belonging, this story unfolds as one young leader follows God’s lead to join One Collective’s team in Nicaragua, stepping fully into purpose and community.

Leaving behind familiarity and stepping into a new country can be daunting—but in the heart of Athens, Jordan Fouts has experienced firsthand how God provides in the midst of uncertainty. Through One Collective, she has found purpose, community, and a deeper faith, proving that God is always faithful.