The tree belt behind this house is the Rio Grande River. It is hard for some people to believe that others live like this only a few feet from America’s doorstep.
Behind the railroad is the main garbage dump for the City of Reynosa. People actually live in the shacks between the railroad and the street. Lots of people.
Jesus loves these people, so He sent us to help them. We show up with gifts and when the people come we preach the Word of God. Many listen, believe and are saved. Then we minister to their other needs. We have used this method to start several churches in Northern Mexico.
This nighttime service is being held in another slum area of Reynosa. Our Pastor Guillermo Lopez is leading people in prayer to our Lord.
Not all of our worship services are held in the poor areas of town. This picture was taken on the main square of Reynosa. The people you see kneeling at the stage are accepting Jesus as their Lord and Savior for the first time. Hundreds more are standing behind the photographer. A few minutes after this picture was taken, dozens more came forward to rededicate their lives to Christ.
This land was recently donated to us. It is located in one of the worst areas of Reynosa.
We have cleared the land and are building a church here. This year, we are erecting the building with the help of a missions team from the Southside Baptist Church in Hazlehurst, Georgia.
The man wearing the necktie is Daniel Corona, Pastor of the Misericordia Divina Church in Reynosa. His church is located in the red light district of that city. He has led dozens of drug dealers, drug addicts and prostitutes away from a life of sin and shame – into a new life with Jesus. His church is growing and has started another Baptist church of its own. We helped him start his ministry.
The man on the left is Guillermo Mendoza, Pastor of the Pan de Vida (Bread of Life) Church in Reynosa. His church is also thriving – and we also helped him start his ministry. Pastor Corona and his wife are on the right.
How you can help
Over 2 million Mexicans live in a band from Matamoros (south of Brownsville) to Reynosa (south of McAllen). There are dozens of communities and hundreds of churches scattered throughout the region. These areas are only a short distance across the border and can be easily reached on day trips. Almost all need sponsors and our help.
We never have enough clothes, shoes, diapers, food, or manpower. Your gifts, prayers and talents are always treasured. If you can help in any of these areas, you can contact our church offices here.
