San Rafael Anniversary

Churches here in Mexico like to have special services to commemorate the date that their church began. Here are some pictures of the anniversary services in San Rafael, Nuevo Leon.

Mexico Bible Methodist Conference President Refugio (Cuco) Sanchez speaks during the special services.

Manuel Navarro, pastor of the Pedregales, Guanajuato Bible Methodist Church preaches at the anniversary service.

Traditionally, visiting churches present special songs during the services.

San Rafael Pastor, Alejandro Cedillo, and his sweet granddaughter.

Pastor Alejandro visiting with Jose Correa after the service.

Food in Mexico - Part 2

Rice, enchiladas and beans at a restaurant.

Chickens and goats (considered a delicacy) prepared to cook on spits.

Beans, picadillo (ground beef and potatoes), salsa and tortillas served at a pastor's home.

Chicken and onions on a charcoal grill on New Year's Eve.

A large lemon that Steve picked off a tree at our church in Hualahuices, Mexico.

Pig's head at the market in Saltillo.

Food in Mexico - Part 1

We really enjoy the food that is typical to Mexico. Obviously, there are some foods that are not our favorites, but then we have to realize that some American foods are strange, too (some of our casseroles, stews, cottage cheese and oatmeal come to mind).

Gorditas are tortillas filled with meat, potatoes and or cheese. So, so good!

This is beef stomach and pig feet for sale at the market in Saltillo. I didn't buy any.

An assortment of meats, cheeses, beans, mushrooms and guacamole.

Beef tacos with guacamole and salsa on the side.

Soup with chicken, cheese, tortilla strips and avocado.

Scenes from Rio Bravo

About 15 miles from where we are living is the Rio Bravo Bible Methodist Church pastored by Santiago Hernandez.

This is Dafne Luna who was severely burned from her neck to her knees about 4 months ago. Her skin grafts are healing well and we thank God for His touch on her. Thank you to all who gave towards her treatments. The family is so very appreciative of your generosity and kindness.

Some of the children participating in their Sunday School program.

Some of the church people including Dad and Mom Sankey who came to visit us in August.

Pastor's wife, Edith, visiting after service.

La Boca - Part 2

Here are some of the beautiful faces we see in La Boca, Nuevo Leon, Mexico.

A teen-age girl...

An elderly man...

Faithful ladies...

Faithful men...



Pastor Pablo with his grandson, Leonardo.

La Boca - Part 1

A few weeks ago, we had the privilege of worshipping with a great group of people in La Boca, Nuevo Leon. Several gathered around the front of the church for prayer.

Steve joined Pastor Pablo and some others in special prayer for this dear man.

Steve preaching during the evening service.

The people leaving the church and walking home.

We were so glad Maria was on vacation from school and was able to be with us during this visit.

San Pedro

Pastor Pablo Hernandez from the San Rafael Bible Methodist Church, has felt a burden to plant a new church in tiny San Pedro, Nuevo Leon. This is the simple, adobe church building they are using to reach the people of this village.

In a nearby home, where they met for Bible Class, children show the craft project they completed and the new book they received, "Jesus, My Very Best Friend."

Kids kneel on the dirt floor and complete their projects on a wooden plank set on adobe and rocks.

17 children gather around a small table to learn about God and His love for them. "They are precious in His sight."

Pastor's daughter - Teresa, her son - Leonardo, Pastor's wife - Ofelia, and a village lady, help teach the children.

Please keep this new church plant and these hungry hearts in your prayers.