The Power of Praise
Many of us are eager for the next calendar page to flip, as though expecting some sort of revert to yesteryear. However, the enemy does not submit to our timetables. He submits to the power and authority of the Lord.
Running Differently
Due to COVID-19, the institute has migrated to an online format. It is a whole new way for the program to be run, but we immediately found that there is a hunger and fresh demand to participate in the course, through remote classes.
Just in Time
When our Matamoros children and staff moved to Puebla in early August, we didn’t realize how important the timing was for them to have access to the medical care we have at Esperanza Viva Clinic and in the city of Puebla.
The Old is Gone
José WAS neglected, malnourished, and severely abused by a family member. He was unable to speak due to his abuse and did not easily trust others. TODAY, José is an articulate, artistic, happy child.
Quarantine Effects
Things like graduation parties, weddings, weekend gatherings–even funerals–that many associate with family and feel are missing in recent months, were never really part of the EV kids’ lives.
Absence Makes The Heart Grow Fonder
“Oooooh, yeah, a cheeseburger…” or “I can’t wait to see my daughter!” These, or some variations thereof, can be heard on nearly every short-term missions return trip to the United States. There is something about being away from our comforts, that makes us hunger for the things we left behind
The Promises of God
A beautiful arch of colors in the sky as a rain shower passes by is an age-old reminder of our God who never changes. As our Matamoros children and staff packed up their belongings and left behind their familiar home…
Arrival Rewind
To be the head of a household or family is no small task. Yet, many of the eldest siblings who arrive at our door, have been just that, despite being merely children themselves.
Greater Harvest
The ministry institute has recently added an even greater level of intentional training and commitment to excellence in pursuit of Christ.
Wedding Bells
In November 2019, Miguel married Angelica Reyes, a young lady from a small town three hours away. Her journey to EV was quite different than his.