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
Berenice was used to seeing the same narrative play out around her growing up: a life marked by poverty, wealth inequality, and barriers to education. Most families in her area in Oaxaca, Mexico have traditionally come from smaller villages in search of a better life and are facing severe unemployment
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
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.
10 yrs. old
Entered the program: March 2023
Abdul Rahim (who goes by Rahim) lives with his parents and two older siblings in a single rented room. They have access to electricity but sometimes live in darkness for many days when their power runs out and they cannot buy more. The community has piped water once a week so the village women must travel long distances in search of other sources.
Rahim’s family is Muslim. His father is unemployed but searches for odd jobs or activities that will help him earn money to provide for his family. His mother takes care of the home and sells locally-made liquid soap, which Create Hope provided training for. The family lives on about $5 a day and the occasional help of friends.
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