The summer was wonderfully busy for the children and for the many guests the Lord brought to our little town. We had over ten teams visit in a two month period. The visits were wonderful and we had two houses built for two moms and their children to move into as they move out of Casa Del Pastor and into their new lives. We also had considerable work done on Phase II, the new dorms and kitchen that will house many more moms and their precious children to be safe in and to live. Our local church, Calvary Chapel Horizonte also benefited from the summer teams as the floor was laid and 18 foot high walls were erected, three of the four walls are standing and plans are already in place for the final wall. It is so exciting to see God building his church here in San Vicente, in buildings, but more importantly in the lives of his sheep. The visiting teams brought crafts, dramas, plays Bible stories, sports, music, worship and other terrific activities and blessings for our 11 moms and 67 children who call Casa Del Pastor home. The children are back in school now but have many sweet memories of their summer at CDP.
King’s Kids Visit His Kingdom in the States!
The Lord allowed little Jesus to visit old friends and make new friends as he came up with his mom to have surgery, however, the surgery to separate his two webbed fingers was postponed again. The Lord says "I know the plans I have for you, plans to help you and not to harm you, to give you a hope and a future". Jeremiah 29:11 We might not have the same time schedule that God has, but we can trust that His timing is perfect and that He loves us. Jesus’ surgery is rescheduled for October and his friends in the states will look forward to the five year old’s bright smile and cheery "Hola’s!".
Jesus and Pilar were also able to come to the United States in August and they were able to act as ambassadors for Christ as Pilar shared her testimony at three churches in Florida, including three services in one church! It was an exciting time for them as neither had flown before, but it was an opportunity to allow others to share in the special work being done at Casa Del Pastor. Jeanie, Lisa, Jesus and Pilar made the trip as guests of Calvary Chapel, Emerald Coast. God’s timing is perfect as they arrived during a beautifully calm week, sandwiched between two weeks of hurricanes! As they enjoyed the calm weather and sweet fellowship they marveled at God’s loving kindness as they were treated royally as King’s Kids by the wonderful brothers and sisters at Calvary Chapel, Emerald Coast in Fort Walton Beach, Florida.
Jeanie’s Lambs
At the present time, Jeanie is personally mothering 7 children! Five are Marilu’s children, she has left and Jeanie hopes she will visit, she has only visited once. Two others, Eloy and Beto, refused to go with their mother into their mother’s abusive boyfriend’s home. They are safe with Jeanie and their mother comes and visits each week. We continue to pray for her to follow God’s plan and to make Godly choices.
Passports Are Needed-Don’t Wait!
Over the past 14 years there have been a lot of questions about the passports and visas that should be obtained before entering Baja, California, Mexico. It has always been assumed that there has been so much tourism in Baja California that Visa and passports were not needed and that an American driver’s license would be sufficient to return back into the United States at the Mexico-American border. However, in light of 9-11 and the recent acts of terrorism all over the world, this will change. According to our information there will be heightened security requirements at the border and passports and or visas will be required to reenter the United States of America. That is you will be able to visit me but you’ll have to stay. I would strongly recommend obtaining your United States Passport, it is a good idea to obtain that now so you will be prepared as we have heard that it will be needed as early as 2006. The groups and individuals who visit and minister to the moms and children at Casa Del Pastor are our life support and we don’t want to see that cut off.
Prayer RequestsChristmas will be here soon and our shoebox ministry needs to be underway shortly.
A certain mom in our Casa has gotten involved with a married man and lives are being destroyed, there are three adults and six children involved in the two families. Please pray for repentance and healing.
Marilu’s five children, especially her little five year old.
Prayer for Kevin‘s (our heart "baby) mom and dad because they are separated. We don’t know were he is at right now, but our prayers can go with him for his safety,
Prayer for Jeanie’s deteriorating knees, she asks for help with the pain, as well as wisdom for the doctors and healing.
Prayer for healing and help for Jeanie’s asthma, the daily dose of medication is costly.
Faithful financial support for Jeanie, the children count on it to provide their basic needs.
Needs
Big industrial sized cooking pots and skillets.
Spoons, forks, plastic cups and plates.
Bibles for Youth in Spanish
Illustrated Bibles for children in Spanish.
Strong folding tables
Strong folding chairs
Heavy patio chairs for our outside area
White knee hi socks for girls ages 5-14.
White crew socks for boys aged 5-14
White T-shirts
To Contact Jeanie!
Phone: (619) 241-9161
Email: 2jspnmex@telnor.net
