Cristina was born in Romania, but her family moved to the United States when she was young. She lived there for 30 years and during an 11 month mission trip to 11 countries (World Race), God called her to move back to Romania to work with Hope Church.

While she was on the World Race, Cristina had the privilege to serve in Romania alongside Pastor Raul and because she was able to use her spiritual gift of Helps, this enabled him to use his spiritual gifts more effectively and efficiently. She moved back to Romania at the beginning of 2019 to work as the executive assistant for Raul Costea.

About Ministry

Vision

To see the hope of Christ brought from Draganesti-Olt to the ends of the earth. I want to impact people with the gospel locally, regionally and virtually.

Mission

Cristina uses her skills of organization, time management, discernment, office management, communication, problem-solving and computer skills to help Pastor Raul Costea. She assists him in executing the vision by planning, organizing, facilitating and communicating between all the ministries and missionaries that he coordinates. She also assists the missionaries and leads a small group weekly.