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A Perfect Amount of Gifts for Los Adobes

January 3, 2020/in Mission Work, News /by admin

Texas visitors with True Path Ministry and volunteers from Iglesia Getsemani made our way to Los Adobes, a small desert village a couple of miles off a main highway, on January 3rd. We knew there would be a lot of kids show up so we put in a few extra gifts in the van. As it turns we had exactly the right number of boxes, thank you Jesus!

So many people showed up, both adults and children, we had to hold the service outdoors. It was a cool but sunny day. Pastor Reynaldo introduced us and started the service with prayer. Lulu and Jose lead us in some great songs and Evangelist Ramiro preached a powerful message.

During the adult service the kids were lead to an area by a shed and began to have fun with songs, a short lesson, a craft project and finally we began to hand out gifts. We did not know if there would be enough, we had not seen this many kids at any of our other services. As we handed a box to the last kid in line we sighed in relief there was just enough, 120.

We also had shoes, clothes and blankets for the adults. Shoes are especially needed in this village and we were able to match several folks with some new footwear. We also left some Bibles with Pastor Norma. She and her church come to the village from another town each week.

It was the last service for the Texas group before they had to return to the border. They were worn out from the day after day grind of ministry, but filled with a new deep gratitude for Jesus love we shared.

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Boxes Packed and Unpacked with Love of Jesus

January 2, 2020/in Mission Work, News /by admin

It is the New Year, 2020, and the first True Path Ministry Marcos 10:14 Kids Club meeting of the year was tonight. The kids had tons of fun singing, watching the clowns, learning about Jesus, enjoying a special meal and most of all getting gift boxes packed with love and care in Texas. But it was very different for me, all the years before I just packed gift boxes for other countries and now I actually get to help deliver them.

There’s something special about packing a box. There’s a special feeling before sending it off to another country. But being the one who carries the gift into that country, and brings it to the final destination, is even more rewarding.

I have packed boxes before. It’s a good feeling. Seeing all the gifts a child will receive, watching toys pass through my hands, and knowing that I helped in some way gives me much joy.

This new year I have discovered a new joy. The past few days I experienced riding for hours to secluded villages to meet with fellow Christians. It is so enriching. Worshipping in another language opened my eyes to new ways to praise and draw closer to God. Hearing the stories of others and how God is working in their lives makes me realize just how powerful He is.

After all of this, delivering the gifts to others becomes the icing on the cake. My favorite part of each day is watching excited children play with what you brought them. Tonight at club I once again got to witness the joy of watching excited kids open their gifts. The Lord is good.

Guest written by Zachary Lyman

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Smiles in the Mountains at Bueno Vista

January 2, 2020/in Mission Work, News /by admin

Visitors from Texas with True Path Ministry and volunteers Iglesia Getsemani woke up in the early morning hours of January 1, 2020 for a long journey on a rainey day. We prayed together for safe trip and that Christ would be honored. The three hour ride to Bueno Vista was lengthy, but bearable because the Lord gave us spectacular mountain views to enjoy as we drove up to the tiny village. Someone made the comment that it looks like we’re in Jurassic park.

It was an exciting experience for everyone. In the village the people were very welcoming, the pastor and his wife greeted us with open arms. The service soon began as Lulu played music and the benches filled with worshipers. The language barrier fadded away as everyone worshiped the Lord in the same spirit.

Ramiro preached a powerful sermon at the adult service and many came forward to recieve healing prayers. Galeana residents Maria and Jose taught the children a story and engaged them with music and a craft. Many of the Texas visitors joined in. We had packed gifts for the children that we began to hand out. Faces brightened immediately as the kids received their boxes full of simple toys and usable items.

Once the church service was completed the adults picked throught clothes, shoes and blankets for there families we had layed on the floor. The church fed us a hardy meal they had prepared for us. Which was a delightful new experience.

It was a long drive back as darkness and rain made the way challenging. Making it home was a huge blessing to each of us, we were content knowing we had a hand in sharring the gospel of Jesus. We learned how others live who have far less than us, yet they are grateful for everything they have. I hope to experience more lifetime blessings like this and be able to come back to Mexico. God bless.

Guest Written by Faith Loveless Jan 1,2020

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Universal Language in Palmito

December 31, 2019/in Mission Work, News /by admin

Today our vehicles ascended into the mountains towards Palmito. True Path Ministry and Iglesia Getsemani were received warmly. We came bearing a message, games, and gifts. After worship, the children enjoyed a special devotional, while the adults listened to Galeana local and Evangelist Ramiro.

When we first reached Palmito, the adults began making new friends and catching up with old ones. Meanwhile, the local children and the Texans started a game of catch, illustrating that play is the universal language.

Inside the town’s Christian church building, we united in our love for Christ. The language barrier did not stop us from worshiping together. We sang in English and Spanish, accompanied by passionate prayer.

After a time of praise hymns, Ramiro preached to the adults while Jose and Maria engaged the children with musical talents and a devotional.

After the church service was completed, we enjoyed each other’s company for a little longer. Before parting ways, we gave gifts to the families and the children of Palmito. Boxes that we had packed ourselves were given to the youth. Immediately they began playing with their simple new toys. Meanwhile, their parents browsed through the shoes and clothing we had brought them, selecting what they wanted for themselves and their children. Blankets were also given to the families, a precious item in a cold world without much heating.

During our arriving journey, a thick fog had obscured our view. The new members of our group, including myself, had no concept of what surrounded us. During our time with our brothers and sisters, the skies cleared and the shroud was lifted. When we returned to Galeana, we gazed down in amazement at steep ledges, veins of marble, and almost endless vistas. Our time in Palmito was wonderful, and I hope to soon return.

Guest written by Zachary. New years eve, 2019

Donna knitted this blanket and was happy to give it away

A Christmas Visit to Canoas

December 30, 2019/in Mission Work, News /by admin

Today a massive group of visitors from Texas went with True Path Ministry, along with several members of Iglesia Getsemani. Twenty two people in total took three vehicles to the tiny mountain village of Canoas. After a 1.5 hour drive down bumpy dirt roads, we arrived to a group of smiling adults and children.

Our group was divided into two and we were promptly taken to two local houses where we were graciously fed an early lunch. As we sat in the tiny wooden house, you cannot help but notice the gaps in the walls and the chairs held together by bits of rope. But the meal was prepared and served with love, and it filled our bellies and kept us warm. After that, the walk back to the church seemed longer in the 44°F weather since a mist had started to fall, but we soon began our worship service.

We started with upbeat, praising music, with LuLu and Jose both taking turns on the guitar. Evangelist Ramiro preached a truth-filled sermon on how you cannot live without “the light of God” in your life. He taught us to remember that “the light of God” comes from reading and spending time in His word. The children enjoyed their own worship service complete with songs, a bible lesson, and craft time.

Once service concluded, our group had a blast handing out blankets, clothing, purses, and shoes to the adults. However, the kids are our favorite. Each girl and boy was given a gift box donated by multiple churches in Texas. They contained toys, bubbles, markers, crayons, and personal care items. As you can see from the pictures, they absolutely loved it.

I was thinking today that this is at least the 3^rd year in a row that I have had the privilege of helping True Path Ministry hand out gifts. Being able to show God’s love for these children and families has never lost its magic for me; For what gift could be better than the smile of a child?

Guest written by: Jeanette Lewis (niece of Stephen and Tonyia Williams)

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