News – True Path Ministry Inc.

Reconstructing the Canoas Church Building

March 1, 2026/in News /by admin

We are asking for financial support and prayers as we rebuild the small church in Canoas, Nuevo Leon, Mexico. There may be turmoil in this world, but God has a plan and we are thankful to be ambassadors for Jesus! God has willing workers ready to build His church, but we need your help.

The new building will be on the same site. We plan to reuse as many materials as possible from the previous structure. The structure will be built with concrete blocks and will likely use the same sheet-metal roof. It will measure 10 meters by 6 meters (approximately 33’ x 20’), providing about 660 square feet of space for worship.

Canoas Pastor Alfredo and Galeana Pastor Reynaldo of Centro Cristiano Getsemaní will oversee the project.

For more than ten years, True Path Ministry Inc. and the church in Galeana have faithfully taken the gospel to this remote mountain village. Canoas has a small but devoted congregation. During our most recent visit, we discovered that the church building was leaning and in need of serious repair. After a closer inspection, we found that many of the rough-cut, untreated shiplap boards—part of the structure’s support—had rotted. The floor supports were also failing, putting the building in danger of collapse. For safety reasons, the structure has now been taken down.

Canoas is a special place to us. Pastor Alfredo and his congregation have always welcomed us with open hearts. No other Christian missionary organization regularly visit this church. The people are humble and faithful, and we have witnessed Christ change lives.

The previous church building has been removed from the site, and a concrete pad has been poured. We now need financial assistance of approximately $3000 USD to get the church fully constructed. If you feel led to help with this rebuilding project, you may give through PayPal on our website – support page (Support – True Path Ministry Inc.) or by mailing a check to:

True Path Ministry Inc.
1420 Moseley Road
Ennis, Texas 75119

And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near. Hebrews 10:24-25 (ESV)

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Worship with New Friends in Puentes

January 14, 2026/in News /by admin

12/29/2025

True Path Ministry—Stephen and Tonyia Williams, along with their niece Jeanette and their friend Debby—traveled with a group from Centro Cristiano Getsemaní Iglesia to the village of Puentes, Nuevo León, Mexico. This village had never before received a missionary visit, and the people were very excited to welcome us. It was our first time visiting Puentes, and when we arrived, we were warmly greeted by Pastor Lázaro, his wife Aurora, and many members of their church.

The church service was held under a temporary structure made from old billboard tarps. Our prayer is to one day help the village build a permanent concrete block church of about 1,000 square feet. While plans for the building are still in progress, True Path Ministry hopes to provide an event tent for the church to use.

Although the day was cool and windy, the congregation joyfully sang praises to God. Evangelist Ramiro shared a powerful message about salvation. He explained that salvation is a personal decision and that God does not show favoritism—He desires everyone to be saved. Ramiro also shared how people can open their hearts and receive God’s gift of salvation.

The message reflected the truth of Micah 7:18, which reminds us that God delights in mercy and does not stay angry forever.

Children’s church was led by teacher Ana and several youth helpers. She taught a lesson called “Walking with Jesus.” The lesson focused on John 14:6, where Jesus says, “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.”

Ana explained to the children that walking with Jesus leads to truth and life and that His way is the right path. She reminded them that Jesus’ words are always true and that following Him is the most important choice they can make.

The children created a craft of a foot wearing a sandal labeled “Jesus” to remind them to walk with Him every day. They also sang songs and played a game similar to hopscotch, which showed that walking with Jesus may sometimes be challenging, but it is always rewarding.

Happy Birthday Jesus Fiestas

January 5, 2026/in News /by admin

The El Derramadero and Galeana Marcos 10:14 Kids Clubs celebrated Jesus’ birthday with joyful fiestas. Although the two clubs meet weekly, this celebration offered children a special time filled with fun, Bible learning, crafts, and a light snack. Each child also received a backpack stocked with school supplies along with a fun gift.

True Path Ministry sponsors both Christian clubs with the support of faithful supporters and local volunteers. Missionaries Stephen and Tonyia, and friend Debbie were on hand for the special time of holiday fun. Lupita and Perla serve as teachers in El Derramadero, while Ana and Edson teach in Galeana, assisted by several dedicated youth and adults. Both clubs provide solid, Bible-based lessons reinforced through games, visual aids, and memory verse recitation.

As Jesus said:
“But when Jesus saw it, he was indignant and said to them, ‘Let the children come to me; do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of God.’” (Mark 10:14, ESV)

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Fruit of the Spirit in Canoas

January 4, 2026/in News /by admin

12/31/2025

Canoas, NL, is a small mountain village at the end of a rough road. True Path Ministry, along with volunteers from Texas and the Centro Cristiano Getsemaní church in Galeana, has traveled there many times. Over the years, the people of Canoas have become our family in Christ.

Life in this farming village is not easy. The people work hard, plowing small fields with donkeys, tending goat herds, and cutting timber. They face many challenges, but Christ gives them strength and fills them with joy and peace. Though Canoas is forgotten by much of the world, it is a treasure to us.

We held a simple worship service in the small wooden church, with acoustic guitar music and singing. The building is leaning badly and in need of serious repairs, yet it remains a place of faithful worship. We gathered for a combined service that included adult worship, kids’ church, and a time of giving.

During the adult service, we heard a message from Antonio, a student from Instituto Bíblico. He preached about the fruit of the Spirit and how we can apply it to our daily lives (Galatians 5:22–23). He reminded us that the greatest fruit of all is love.

We are called to serve the Lord in all we do while showing His love to others. After the services for both adults and children, we distributed backpacks filled with school supplies and toys. Mothers with babies received special bags with baby items, blankets, and toddler toys. It was a beautiful day of giving and sharing God’s love.

Kids Club was held outside the church and taught by Ana. Her lesson focused on “walking with Jesus,” helping the children understand that following Jesus leads to truth and life. The children also sang songs, played a game, and made a craft together.

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Antonio, a Bible school student, preached

Full Church, Full Hearts in Purísima

January 4, 2026/in News /by admin

(1/3/2026) – Stephen and Tonyia Williams of True Path Ministry, along with their niece Jeanette, friend Debby, and a group from Centro Cristiano Getsemaní in Galeana, Nuevo León, traveled to Purísima, NL, Mexico. This small village sits beside a clear mountain stream and is the place where the Lord allowed us to help build a new church.

The new building was filled as believers gathered to worship God with heartfelt songs and a time of Spirit-filled prayer and preaching. Pastor Rebeca of the Dios Está Aquí congregation warmly welcomed us. Members of the local church, the Centro Cristiano Getsemaní team, and visitors from other congregations each took turns leading worship through song.

Lluvia delivered a powerful message based on Hosea 2:19. She is a member of Centro Cristiano Getsemaní in Galeana and is currently a student at Berea Instituto Bíblico in Monterrey. Her message reminded everyone that God does not abandon us, even when we feel far away from Him.

Many in the congregation were deeply moved and came forward to the altar for special prayer.

The children enjoyed a special time of songs, games, a Bible lesson, and a craft. Afterward, each child received a backpack filled with school supplies, hygiene items, and a gift. The men were given hats, and the women received clothing and winter hats.

There was a strong sense of gratitude and awe among Pastor Rebeca and the congregation as they reflected on how God faithfully answered their prayers for a church building. They also requested prayer for a few remaining items to help make their church complete. Since this is a regional church, it serves quite a few people, and they need additional chairs. Please join us in lifting up this request. All in all, it was a beautiful day to praise the Lord!

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