Atlas Travel and Study Abroad

24/08/2024

Atlas Travel and Study Abroad group from Buffalo, New York. They did a great job teaching kids and helping teachers at several schools.

13/07/2024

DO YOU LIKE TO RUN? On August 3, 2024 Solid Rock Youth Ministries in Quarryville Pennsylvania will be having a fun run and 5K fund raiser. I will be in PA for a few days and plan to run. I am looking for a few more people to join our GAP Year Costa Rica Team! The cost is $30 per person.
When you register put "GAP Year Costa Rica" as the team name.
sign up at: https://www.solidrockquarryville.com

Atlas Travel and Study Abroad
Costa Rica GAP YearAndy Gordley

13/07/2024

Our GAP Year starts up again on September 12! We still have spots open for 3 girls and 5 guys! Do you know someone who graduated from high school within the last few years and is looking for direction in life? Students get:
-a solid foundation in the Bible,
-learn Spanish
-help out with a ministry
-experience a new culture.
visit Atlasabroad.org for more information!

25/06/2024

Recently we were blessed have a group from Old North Church in Ohio. Their campus ministry group, called The Bible Talks, brought 16 people to give talks on spiritual disciplines at a high school and they also led a spiritual retreat for International Baptist Church at our ministry center. They were also able to take a trip to the beach!

08/06/2024

Hi friends and former GAP Year students! On August 3, 2024 Solid Rock Youth Ministries in Quarryville Pennsylvania will be having a fun run and 5K fund raiser. I plan to run, and am hoping to have a team of friends and former GAP Year students join the fun! The cost is $30 per person. I will provide GAP Year t-shirts for those who want to join the team!
If you register put "GAP Year Costa Rica" as the team name.
Also, let me know that you signed up and give me your shirt size! Thanks!
AAndy GordleyAAtlas Travel and Study AbroadCosta Rica GAP Year
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Solid Rock’s annual 5k
Saturday, August 3!
Race Details:
The Fun Run will start 8:00am with the 5K to follow at 8:30am
The race begins at the East State Street Trailhead for Enola Low Grade Trail (301 E State Street, Quarryville, PA 17566)

Early Bird Registration is happening now and ends on Friday, June 14th!

Sign up today by going to our website!

The Solid Rock Youth Ministries 5K Run/Walk will be held August 3, 2024. The Fun Run will start 8:00am with the 5K to follow at 8:30am. The race will benefit Solid Rock Youth Ministries of Quarryville Pennsylvania. The race begins at the East State Street Trailhead for Enola Low Grade Trail at 301 ...

19/04/2024

"I do not regret for a moment my decision to take a GAP year in Costa Rica. Being in a new culture, where I did not know the language, and in classes where I realized how much about the Bible I had yet to discover, prompted me to cultivate a desire and a willingness to learn.  I am grateful I could study the Bible and take a variety of classes on different topics full of rich doctrine and practical wisdom on how to live as a Christian in the midst of a broken world. What a blessing it has been to learn Spanish in the classroom and to practice speaking it at ministry, where I taught English at my church and participated in the youth group. I was also blessed to develop relationships in the GAP community as well as with people from church and with my host family. Being surrounded by an awesome Christian community helped me grow in my walk with Christ. If you are a young adult, unsure of what the next step in your life is, I would highly recommend taking a year with Atlas - you will be stretched, challenged, encouraged, and deeply blessed!"

17/04/2024

15/04/2024

Presenting the Atlas GAP Year class of 2024! Last Wednesday, our students graduated from the program after completing 280 hours of Bible and 250 hours of Spanish. Congratulations, graduates, we are so proud of you!

Photo 1: Students of 2024
Photo 2: Katherine, Lydia, and Janessa, leading worship
Photo 3: Abby Tyson encouraging students and her brother, Dan, translating during graduation.
Photo 4: Final words from Jeff Hackett and Andy Gordley.
Photo 5: Everyone celebrating in our newly constructed pavilion.
Photo 6: Our employees - Vivian, Diana, Tina, and Isabel (Adolfo - not pictured).
Photo 7: Our GAP directors, Evan and Nancy Esh.
Photo 8: Our Young Adult Staff - Payton, Chelsie, Brayden, Abby and Dan.

08/03/2024

Atlas Travel and Study Abroad GAP Year! We are blessed with a great group of students and staff!

26/02/2024

"The Lord got ahold of my life about 2 years ago. Since then, he has been bringing me closer to him as he sanctifies me. A major part of my sanctification has been the renewing of my mind. Romans 12:2 says, 'Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.' Taking 6 months to come down to Costa Rica for Atlas Abroad's GAP Year program has been a great decision, I am able to renew my mind effectively because the Bible classes are laying a strong foundation of the Word of God. The Spanish classes are a good challenge, and the ministry is fulfilling. If you are unsure of what to do next year, or you are just looking for a solid Bible school, I highly recommend coming down to Atlas in Costa Rica!"

07/02/2024

We had the privilege of hosting one of Carmel Christian school's J-term groups. They had a jam-packed itinerary that included serving, playing sports, and adventuring at the beach and hotsprings. They were able go to a professional soccer game and also explore downtown San Jose. It was great to have them here in Costa Rica!

17/01/2024

The GAP Year program is back in session! Students returned throughout this past week, and starting Monday the 15th, began serving at different Christian Camps here in Costa Rica. Meanwhile our construction project is on to phase 3 with a new pavilion going up over the old pool.

15/12/2023

Ministry and Family Update

07/12/2023

"Ever since I was little, missions have always been in the back of my mind. Many times in church and chapel at school, we would have missionaries come and talk about what they were doing. I was always so fascinated by this. I never realized that it would become a reality for me. After my senior class trip to Costa Rica in October of 2022, I quickly realized my next step after high school would be to return to Costa Rica to learn and serve. Through this incredible program, I have grown so much in my faith by being stretched far outside my comfort zone and learning how to put my complete trust in the Lord. The relationships I have made here, whether with fellow GAP students, friends from ministry, teachers, or my host family, will be ones I cherish forever. Everyday, I praise the Lord for this life-changing opportunity! ¡PURA VIDA!"

20/11/2023

“While determining my plan for post-high school, I felt that going to college right away was not the Lord's plan for me. After much prayer and guidance, God opened the door for Atlas' GAP Year program in Costa Rica! These first few months have been incredibly eye-opening, and I am so grateful to God for bringing me here to learn about Him and His Word. Being exposed to such a different culture has stretched me, and I’ve really had to put my full trust in the Lord and His perfect plan. He is faithful, and His providence is astounding! It has been beautiful to come alongside other believers to glorify the Lord for His goodness, mercy, and power. I praise God for what He’s done in the lives of everyone here, and I praise Him for what He continues to do! God is so good!”

20/11/2023

John and Rebekah Lovell, and their two boys, joined our Atlas GAP Year program this past week. They have been part of our GAP family story since 2010 when they helped run the first GAP program with the Gordleys. Now, they are content creators and instructors for their organization, Warrior Poet Society. This past week, John taught the students apologetics. They were able to get to know students, play soccer together at a local court, and connect with old friends. We're thankful for the time together and their ministry to students.


[Picture 1 Lovell Family with our Assitant GAP directors, Evan and Nancy Esh and son, Malachi.]

19/11/2023

A great way to lay a foundation for the rest of your life!

Check out the latest LBC | Capital news in our recent blog, Gap Year Transfer Students Find Further Direction at LBC.

09/11/2023

This past weekend, some GAP students served at a FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) event in Coronado, Costa Rica. A highlight of the event was when one of our students, Holley Fulgham, was able to share her testimony with the audience. Growing up in Tennessee, FCA had made a huge impact on her life. Now, coming full circle, Holley is able to serve with FCA on a weekly basis as part of her GAP weekend ministry.

26/10/2023

"Ever since middle school, I have loved the idea of serving the Lord full-time, whether that be locally or internationally. I had heard about the GAP Year from my parents, but I truly became interested in it at an informational meeting with LBC (Lancaster Bible College) last year. The hands-on experience in ministry with the immersion in the Spanish language sounded like the perfect fit! After praying about it for a few months, I decided to apply, and got accepted!
It has definitely been challenging at times, causing me to depend on the Lord in every circumstance. I have seen so much growth spiritually and linguistically in my life and in the lives of this family of Jesus-loving friends around me. The close community our group has built already in these 6 weeks is unbelievable! Everyone’s story is beautifully unique. I am really looking forward to continuing diving into God’s Word and growing in my relationship with Him, as well as growing in my friendships with this amazing community. ¡Pura Vida! :)"

14/10/2023

Our Santo Domingo ministry group traveled out of town this weekend for a Youth Event.

14/10/2023

Dr. James Hoffmeier taught Bible class this past week. He is an archeologist, egyptologist, and retired university professor who now lives in Lancaster County, PA, with his wife, Cathy.
He led the students on a historical adventure through the book of Genesis! We enjoyed his good-natured, fun personality and wealth of knowledge!

10/10/2023

We welcomed back Lancaster County Christian School this past week. They were able to participate in sports and kids ministry, go to a professional soccer game, and have an adventure at the Arenal Volcano hotsprings. We are thankful for the time we had together!

19/09/2023

19/09/2023

THE CLASS OF 2024 IS HERE IN COSTA RICA!
We are so happy to have these students this year! The past few days they’ve been able to see Costa Rica through going out to different places and experiencing new things! They’ve also been able to start building their relationships with each other. We are so excited to see how the rest of the year goes! 🇨🇷

01/09/2023

The Atlas GAP Year program is right around the corner. We are expecting 15 students on September 14. Please pray a blessing on our students as they learn and grow together!

18/08/2023

This August we hosted a Girls Youth Basketball Group from New York. They gave basketball clinics at two public schools. After working on drills with the students, they had a blast playing knock-out and getting to know the students more.They also shared their testimonies.
In Palmares, the girls played a game against a club team coached by a former professional basketball player. Other activities of the week included going to the hotsprings, ziplining, playing floor hockey and visiting the Semillas de Vida church in Santa Rosa. They also assisted Fellowship of Christian Athletes with their basketball and soccer outreach in Purral.

17/08/2023

We are still receiving applications for the GAP Year program. The program goes from September to April and is designed to equip young adults to love and serve the Lord through Christ-centered Bible and theology classes, hands-on ministry experience, language training, and cross-cultural immersion.

Is Atlas' GAP Year right for you?

Are you a high-school graduate?
Are you between the ages of 17-22?
Do you want to grow in your Christian faith?
Do you want to learn Spanish, study the Bible, and do ministry?
Are you interested in living in a community of believers and being mentored?

Click on the link in our bio to apply!

Atlas Travel and Study Abroad operates the GAP Year program in partnership with

16/08/2023

Visit our website to apply. The link is in our bio!