Our children’s programs had wonderful Christmas programs full of food, music, celebration, and the true meaning of Christmas – in fact at least 13 people were saved through these programs!
Each celebration was unique and reflected the wonderful work of the program. The hope, love, joy and peace of Christmas were shared with many because of you!
A special message from our Program Directors in Mexico, Victor and Lety Velasco: Hola and Feliz Navidad from Forward Edge and our program down here in Oaxaca, Mexico. We want to tell you a story of the impact you’re making. One of the first families to join our program 10
In Zaachila, on the outskirts of Oaxaca City, Mexico, live many impoverished families who’ve traveled from distant areas in search of more opportunities and a better life…only to find themselves confronted with the same devastating and debilitating effects of poverty: hunger, joblessness, water-borne illness, lack of education, gang violence, drug
Bold Obedience In life, some moments stand out as divine interventions, where God’s hand is unmistakably at work. Mission trips are often such moments, where lives intersect with purpose, and hearts are transformed in ways beyond measure. Jilese’s recent journey to Oaxaca, Mexico, serves as a testament to this truth.
The decision to join a mission team It all started with two sisters who chose to go on a mission trip to Nicaragua. Val spontaneously joined her sister Donna at a trip team meeting, and decided during the meeting that she too wanted to serve with the team. A Humbling Experience During
7 yrs. old
Entered the Program: February 2025
Sheyla lives with her parents and older sister in a three-room concrete block house with a concrete roof and concrete and dirt floors. Sheyla and her sister share a bedroom. The kitchen is in a separate room from the house and they use wood for cooking. They have access to water from a hose on their property. The bathroom is outdoors.
Sheyla’s parents met in the village and they’ve been married for 9 years. Sheyla’s mother went to church as a child but not any longer. Her parents do not currently attend church with their children. Her mother cares for the home and her father works in the fields farming.
Sheyla’s big sister, Evelyn, is also in the JUCUM program.
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