Volume 18, Issue 10 december 2018
end of the year!
It's December, I cannot believe it, 2018 almost coming to an end. Before I share more about that. I want to share with you what I been doing over the last few weeks. Besides the business of the Holidays.
I had the privilege on joining a house build end of November, I was so happy to be able to do that again, it had been a couple of months since I had. I use build almost every weekend. But I took a short break, I really wanted to be emerged more in the community, learn different things, to see people the way God does. I had been mostly been focusing in Zona Norte, so I was rally excited to help with "Homes of Hope: again, I really do enjoy our ministry to be able to bless so many families, giving them a second chance, to share Gods love, it was an amazing time. Actually not to long ago we had a "Celebration of Hope" where we invited many of the families who received a home this year, about 300 people along with their children came for the celebration. YWAM San Diego/ Baja has hosted 7,000+ people and 328 homes have been built this year, that means 328 families have been given a second opportunity, roof over their heads to keep the rain out. That is amazing!! And you are very much part of that. Thank you!
I had the privilege on joining a house build end of November, I was so happy to be able to do that again, it had been a couple of months since I had. I use build almost every weekend. But I took a short break, I really wanted to be emerged more in the community, learn different things, to see people the way God does. I had been mostly been focusing in Zona Norte, so I was rally excited to help with "Homes of Hope: again, I really do enjoy our ministry to be able to bless so many families, giving them a second chance, to share Gods love, it was an amazing time. Actually not to long ago we had a "Celebration of Hope" where we invited many of the families who received a home this year, about 300 people along with their children came for the celebration. YWAM San Diego/ Baja has hosted 7,000+ people and 328 homes have been built this year, that means 328 families have been given a second opportunity, roof over their heads to keep the rain out. That is amazing!! And you are very much part of that. Thank you!
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Thank you again!
I just wanted to take the time now to thank my family, friends, and everyone who stood by me this year. For all your prayers and words of encouragement. For making another year possible. You allowed my to Complete my Community Development School, which I hope later neat year I hope to graduate with the University of the Nation with a Certificate. I got to travel to 2 nations this year, to go and share the love of Jesus, to go on a training trip to Peru involving Special Needs Education with Miracle 139 International. I also got to go to India and visit a girls schools, and teach at a Bible school, teaching to young adults several subjects. It was an amazing time!.
Being back the last couple months I been helping in Zona Norte, Tijuana's skid Row, and then with the arrival of the Caravan, with over 4,000 people. I was able to help a project called Mexico RED, a Feeding and Education Center, just 2 blocks from the park where about 2,000 people from the caravan where staying. With political view set aside, just loving on the people and sharing His word to those who need it, it's all about compassion!
Thank you for allowing me to stay connected with my family as I got to drive home on those weekends. I wouldn't have been able to without your prayers and financial support. I was able to get a more reliable car end of October that wouldn't overheat on me after 30min. So thank you for making that possible.
Being back the last couple months I been helping in Zona Norte, Tijuana's skid Row, and then with the arrival of the Caravan, with over 4,000 people. I was able to help a project called Mexico RED, a Feeding and Education Center, just 2 blocks from the park where about 2,000 people from the caravan where staying. With political view set aside, just loving on the people and sharing His word to those who need it, it's all about compassion!
Thank you for allowing me to stay connected with my family as I got to drive home on those weekends. I wouldn't have been able to without your prayers and financial support. I was able to get a more reliable car end of October that wouldn't overheat on me after 30min. So thank you for making that possible.
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Thank you for making all of this possible, for your financial contributions, for standing with me. For believing in what God has called me out to do. Thank you for taking the time to read these updates. 2019 is going to be even better!
volume 18, Issue 9 October-November 2018
Zona Norte- Transformation begins!
The last couple of months have been a whirlwind. It has been a blessing to see God move in big ways in different areas of my life. Not only here with YWAM San Diego/Baja, but having the opportunity to travel across the other side of the world as well. But before I share more about that. I would love to share with you how I completed my Community Development School outreach.
As you recall, I was helping in Education and Feeding program with Mexico RED in "Zona Norte", Tijuana's skid Row the last couple of months. I would go and serve 3-4 x's per week, sometimes having up to 50 kids from a nearby shelter in downtown. Many of these kids had traveled from the caravan from Central and south America earlier this summer. I know there is one now that is also is yet to arrive in Tijuana. These kids long for a better future, many leaving the only home they knew. So we are able to share with them the love of Jesus, feed them and educate them. This was a separate project from YWAM, as I was serving most mornings with Mexico RED and in the afternoons back on campus with YWAM. But it was an incredible time to be part of this project and hope to stay connected Mexico RED. It was so great to see so many lives transformed, to see relationships made and people who began to trust, as many received prayer and the word. God truly gave me a love for this community, even if some days were hard. It was so worth it!.
As you recall, I was helping in Education and Feeding program with Mexico RED in "Zona Norte", Tijuana's skid Row the last couple of months. I would go and serve 3-4 x's per week, sometimes having up to 50 kids from a nearby shelter in downtown. Many of these kids had traveled from the caravan from Central and south America earlier this summer. I know there is one now that is also is yet to arrive in Tijuana. These kids long for a better future, many leaving the only home they knew. So we are able to share with them the love of Jesus, feed them and educate them. This was a separate project from YWAM, as I was serving most mornings with Mexico RED and in the afternoons back on campus with YWAM. But it was an incredible time to be part of this project and hope to stay connected Mexico RED. It was so great to see so many lives transformed, to see relationships made and people who began to trust, as many received prayer and the word. God truly gave me a love for this community, even if some days were hard. It was so worth it!.
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back to the place i love!
Thank you to all who made India possible, for all who stood with me. Thank you so so much! India is very dear to me. I knew that one day I would come back to the place I love, but I knew I had to be patient and wait. If you remember, it was a trip to India and Nepal that had triggered a couple of health issues. I prayed for almost 2 years, and said "God, I just want to be well so I can go back". And here I am. i was able to go for couple of weeks, and had such an amazing time and feeling amazing!
Before going on this trip, I prayed, I spoke with several people, I felt peace about the decision. And I am so glad I did. Although I couldn't go as long this time, I am very blessed to have this opportunity. I was able to serve at a "girls school", visit some villages, share with the youth, face paint, animal balloons, play several hours with the kids, learning local games, spending some real quality time with them, teaching English and Sunday service. It was a incredible time. Thank you making this possible! For giving and believing along with me.
Before going on this trip, I prayed, I spoke with several people, I felt peace about the decision. And I am so glad I did. Although I couldn't go as long this time, I am very blessed to have this opportunity. I was able to serve at a "girls school", visit some villages, share with the youth, face paint, animal balloons, play several hours with the kids, learning local games, spending some real quality time with them, teaching English and Sunday service. It was a incredible time. Thank you making this possible! For giving and believing along with me.
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Back home & home
So after returning from India, I was able to spend almost a week with my family and friends and have some quality time with them. And have the opportunity to share at my aunt and uncle's church, Fuel and Flame church as well. They been a huge support for me!
It was a blessing to spend some time at home with my family, although at times I do feel out of place with things going on around me, with the news and things like that. But to be surrounded with family especially my nephew and niece is a blessing.
And being back at YWAM Tijuana, my other home is always a blessing. Love being back in my own bed. I truly love our community. I will be helping serve with our Homes of Hope ministry for the next few weeks. Love that I can do that again as well.
Here's a few photos from my time home as well. Thank you for sowing, for standing with me. What you give allows me to keep going. Thank you for your prayers!
Thanks for taking the time. Blessings
Teresa
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Volume 18, Issue 8 August -September 2018
PERU!!! They are beautifully & wonderfully made.
First I want to thank you for making Peru possible in August. This trip was part of my Community Development School outreach. It was such an amazing time to help in Special Needs Education & Ministry. To see the trainers eager to learn new ways to provide inclusion in public schools was so vital. Some of these men and Woman being parents themselves to children to these amazing children. Truly was an amazing time, team was a blessing. And always looking for ways to give a word of encouragement, word. I hope to one day bring this project to Tijuana.
photo by Adam Lanser
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They are so worth it!
The last few weeks you probably have seen my posts about "Zona Norte", Tijuana's Skid Road. As I continue to do my Community Development School outreach, I been helping tutor these kids in this part of town who don't who don't school, so it has it's challenges. I been helping my friend Keith and Maya with their project called Mexico RED.
Many of these kids only went to pre-school or kindergarten, and are now 7, 8, 9 years old. So they don't know their basic math or vocabulary. We start the day by having a short bible lesson, a short bible verse. Then 1 hr of tutoring, but that is a challenge in itself. These kids have never been inside a class, so sitting for more than 5min at a time takes a lot of patience for us as volunteers, and patience for these kids who have never been taught these before. Each week we have seen them progress a bit more, they are eager to learn. Some get frustrated because they don't learn fast enough. Some of these kids do have a learning disability, perhaps Dyslexia can be seen. I can relate myself to a lot of these children, I had a learning disability which I don't think I have shared this. I wasn't the best student in High School, and I ended up dropping out my Senior Year and getting my GED a years later. Dyslexia made it a bit challenging in school. I remember I would ask for help, I would ask how i can make up for lost time. But no one would be willing to take that personal time with me. There was a couple there was that one teacher who would take their time to explain and show me. But other times I just had to figure it out on my own. So I know that having a tutorting program is important for this kids, it's not just teaching them math, reading or how to write. We are loving on them the way Jesus does.
We also been helping kids from a nearby shelter, they are from different countries in Central America, such as Honduras, Guatemala, El Salvador. they are waiting to go into the U.S and get refugees status, which is a long process. Keep these kids in your prayers. During the program we also been giving a bible lesson along with a hot cup of coffee to a mens group which I also enjoy so so much. These are mostly men who have been deported, living on the streets in ZN. Each with their own unique story, journey. I see them the way God does. Yes it's a challenge, and their are hard days. Days when we even there is a loss of life among the group. But we have to keep going. This week one of the men allowed me to clean his wounds. Yes he is a drug user, an addict. But as I cleaned his wounds, and I felt the knot in my throat, as I knew, this was breakthrough trust was finally there, he said "I just don't want to end up like him".. He was talking about the young man who just last week passed away. I bandaged him up and I prayed a prayer in my head. I was holding the tears back knowing he trusted me enough to care for his wounds. Jesus did the same.
Many of these kids only went to pre-school or kindergarten, and are now 7, 8, 9 years old. So they don't know their basic math or vocabulary. We start the day by having a short bible lesson, a short bible verse. Then 1 hr of tutoring, but that is a challenge in itself. These kids have never been inside a class, so sitting for more than 5min at a time takes a lot of patience for us as volunteers, and patience for these kids who have never been taught these before. Each week we have seen them progress a bit more, they are eager to learn. Some get frustrated because they don't learn fast enough. Some of these kids do have a learning disability, perhaps Dyslexia can be seen. I can relate myself to a lot of these children, I had a learning disability which I don't think I have shared this. I wasn't the best student in High School, and I ended up dropping out my Senior Year and getting my GED a years later. Dyslexia made it a bit challenging in school. I remember I would ask for help, I would ask how i can make up for lost time. But no one would be willing to take that personal time with me. There was a couple there was that one teacher who would take their time to explain and show me. But other times I just had to figure it out on my own. So I know that having a tutorting program is important for this kids, it's not just teaching them math, reading or how to write. We are loving on them the way Jesus does.
We also been helping kids from a nearby shelter, they are from different countries in Central America, such as Honduras, Guatemala, El Salvador. they are waiting to go into the U.S and get refugees status, which is a long process. Keep these kids in your prayers. During the program we also been giving a bible lesson along with a hot cup of coffee to a mens group which I also enjoy so so much. These are mostly men who have been deported, living on the streets in ZN. Each with their own unique story, journey. I see them the way God does. Yes it's a challenge, and their are hard days. Days when we even there is a loss of life among the group. But we have to keep going. This week one of the men allowed me to clean his wounds. Yes he is a drug user, an addict. But as I cleaned his wounds, and I felt the knot in my throat, as I knew, this was breakthrough trust was finally there, he said "I just don't want to end up like him".. He was talking about the young man who just last week passed away. I bandaged him up and I prayed a prayer in my head. I was holding the tears back knowing he trusted me enough to care for his wounds. Jesus did the same.
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ASIA! Here we go
I'm so so excited! You can message me if you would like to know more about what I will be doing.
I'll be helping serve at a school . It's a great opportunity to volunteer. There are some funds that are still needed for the girls school . please message me if you would like details.
I need about $300 to by supply by October 8th.
I'll be helping serve at a school . It's a great opportunity to volunteer. There are some funds that are still needed for the girls school . please message me if you would like details.
I need about $300 to by supply by October 8th.
Volume 17, Issue 7 July 2018 Summer
Summer has been great so far! It's been a great time here at the YWAM Tijuana campus. So many things going with several projects, teams, Homes being Built, school outreaches, Summer youth groups. God is on the move. During these times it's when we really have to keep our eyes on him. As it can also get really busy. Being reminded that He is ahead of us.
But after completing my Community Development School, which was an amazing time. I took a short break, just to process and reflect all that God had shown me. I got to admit, I am pretty proud of myself after I completed the school, after all I ended up graduating with an overall 96%! I hadn't taken any kind of school or courses for a number of years, so I was nervous. I know I could't have done it without all your prayers and support. This school was academically challenging, but i truly enjoyed it. I learned so much about myself, a new perspective about missions and the community around me. Thank you for all your support! For walking along with me.
But after completing my Community Development School, which was an amazing time. I took a short break, just to process and reflect all that God had shown me. I got to admit, I am pretty proud of myself after I completed the school, after all I ended up graduating with an overall 96%! I hadn't taken any kind of school or courses for a number of years, so I was nervous. I know I could't have done it without all your prayers and support. This school was academically challenging, but i truly enjoyed it. I learned so much about myself, a new perspective about missions and the community around me. Thank you for all your support! For walking along with me.
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But of course, I never just take a break. I been involved with some of the "Homes of Hope" teams and a few projects going on campus before I head out on local outreach to Zona Norte (Red Light District) and Peru for the next 12 weeks. I also had some time with family, friends and taking the time to pray about what is next. It's been a blessing to take some time to rest and pray about the next couple months. It will be busy but I am excited about what will happen.
I was able to go and be with my family, as I was my grandpa's anniversary since his passing. So I got to spend some quality time with my mom and family. It was a special time just share stories about my grandpa, and who he was, the legacy he lived. It was a blessing to spend that time together.
I was able to go and be with my family, as I was my grandpa's anniversary since his passing. So I got to spend some quality time with my mom and family. It was a special time just share stories about my grandpa, and who he was, the legacy he lived. It was a blessing to spend that time together.
Family got together for Grandpa's anniversary since he passed. Some quality time with family.
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my niece and nephew bring me so much joy!!
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He is such a joy to everyone
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Field Assignment- "Zona Norte"
The local outreach is also part of my Community Development School as a Field Assignment. I will be partnering with a local ministry who has established a long term project in "Zona Norte", which is the Red light district of Tijuana, Mexico. I will be serving the needs of their community and making myself available in anyway possible. Helping in Children's Education program, Bible studies, evangelism, as well as Adult Discipleship. I'm really excited about this opportunity. I will be serving in this community for 10 weeks. I have known the leaders of this project for many years and are very dear friends of mine. I will be sharing more about them as the time passes. So I know it will be a blessing to come alongside with with them.
craft with some of the kids in "Zona Norte"
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my lovely friend Maya. He and her husband Keith lead this project. I will be sharing more in the net few weeks.
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PERU!!!!!!!!!- Miracle 139 International
Yes! I know I been blasting your Facebook, IG, emails! But I am so excited about this opportunity to go to Peru!! This is my second time in Peru and I am so so excited. Again, this is part of my outreach/Field Assignment for my Community Development School I did here with YWAM Tijuana. So I'm not done yet. I finished the first part of my school, and I will need to do another 12 weeks.
As I been sharing, this is an opportunity to provide training, support for teachers who work in Special Needs Education in Peru. We will follow up with the same trainers from last year, between 16- 17 from different schools. Which will reach between 300-400 students. And if there is an opportunity to also share the love of Jesus, encouraging parents who have special needs children, by praying for them, reminding them they are not alone. Miracle 139 believes each child is beautifully and wonderfully created by God.
I been involved with Special needs ministry at The Rock Church in San Diego for almost 2 years. I have a desire to bring training, support and awareness here in Tijuana. So this is just the beginning. I want there to be an opportunity for some of families we have here in Tijuana. But I can't do it alone.
Funds are still needed for this trip. If you feel lead to give, please prayerfully consider partnering with me to make this possible.
Thank you for taking the time to read. Thank you for all your prayers as they are much needed. No matter what, I will keep going, keep fighting. Continue to go where I am called.
Mark16:15 "Go into all the world and preach the Gospel to all creation"
Funds-
by July 30th- Still need- $1,075
All fund no later Aug 3rd
Send to:
Check payable: YWAM SDB
P.O Box 5417
Chula Vista, CA 91912
or online : You can make a tax deductible donation to YWAM. Make sure you put my name in the note section.
http://bit.ly/staffsupportYWAM
As I been sharing, this is an opportunity to provide training, support for teachers who work in Special Needs Education in Peru. We will follow up with the same trainers from last year, between 16- 17 from different schools. Which will reach between 300-400 students. And if there is an opportunity to also share the love of Jesus, encouraging parents who have special needs children, by praying for them, reminding them they are not alone. Miracle 139 believes each child is beautifully and wonderfully created by God.
I been involved with Special needs ministry at The Rock Church in San Diego for almost 2 years. I have a desire to bring training, support and awareness here in Tijuana. So this is just the beginning. I want there to be an opportunity for some of families we have here in Tijuana. But I can't do it alone.
Funds are still needed for this trip. If you feel lead to give, please prayerfully consider partnering with me to make this possible.
Thank you for taking the time to read. Thank you for all your prayers as they are much needed. No matter what, I will keep going, keep fighting. Continue to go where I am called.
Mark16:15 "Go into all the world and preach the Gospel to all creation"
Funds-
by July 30th- Still need- $1,075
All fund no later Aug 3rd
Send to:
Check payable: YWAM SDB
P.O Box 5417
Chula Vista, CA 91912
or online : You can make a tax deductible donation to YWAM. Make sure you put my name in the note section.
http://bit.ly/staffsupportYWAM
Volume 17, Issue 6 June 2018
SUMMER!!!!! School is out
So summer is here, sun is out, and for many of those who are attending school, it's coming to an end. I been part of an amazing school called Community Development School, along with 16 other amazing friends and classmates and staff. It's been such a wonderful time. We are in our 10th week. We will graduate in just over 2 weeks. On June 28th right after my birthday. God really has stretched me during this time. I never thought I would be able do this school a few years ago. And as I share you in my last update, it's been a time to look at things with a new perspective. To approach the community around us with a new biblical worldview. I have learned so much about myself, getting new tools about planning and managing, the roots of poverty, dynamics of Development. How I can really use what I have to benefit the community. And what I can to make things better with this approach. It's learning and unlearning things. It's been an incredible time, very humbling as I been a student again..we are all students of the "Word". But to do this course has been such humbling experience. Thank you for allowing me to be part. These lessons and teachings will be such a great tool for future ministry opportunities.
In the new few weeks I will continue to do local outreaches here in Tijuana and perhaps even in Ensenada as I apply everything I been learning. I will keep you posted how that will look like. I will continue to visit families who have received homes from our "Homes of Hope" project and do follow up visits as well. Thank you for standing with me for being part.
In the new few weeks I will continue to do local outreaches here in Tijuana and perhaps even in Ensenada as I apply everything I been learning. I will keep you posted how that will look like. I will continue to visit families who have received homes from our "Homes of Hope" project and do follow up visits as well. Thank you for standing with me for being part.
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Family & Home
I been back in Tijuana living full time just a few months. And it's been an incredible time. One thing I did want was just to have my own space. And although I am renting for now. I wanted my space to feel at home. I am renting a 2 bedroom along with another staff member. It's across the street from our YWAM campus and it's also just 2 hrs from my family. Which is also a huge blessing. My family has come often to visit. So I am enjoying where I live very much.
Last week I was dealing with a family situation, and I was very blessed that I can go and be with my family. If I would have been far or been unable to travel to be with them it would have been difficult. So thank you for allowing me to make that happen.
Brenda Lewis, a dear friend and amazing speaker shared with our DTS (Discipleship Training School) She is such a joy and always makes me happy when I see her. I only got to see her for one day. I truly believe God lines that up such a perfect time, the next day I had to leave to be with my family.
Last week I was dealing with a family situation, and I was very blessed that I can go and be with my family. If I would have been far or been unable to travel to be with them it would have been difficult. So thank you for allowing me to make that happen.
Brenda Lewis, a dear friend and amazing speaker shared with our DTS (Discipleship Training School) She is such a joy and always makes me happy when I see her. I only got to see her for one day. I truly believe God lines that up such a perfect time, the next day I had to leave to be with my family.
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Big News!
Well I have some great to news to share! Last year many might remember I went on a mission trip to Peru with my church from San Diego with a project called Miracle 139 International. Well they have invited me again this year, and I'm really happy to announce I will be joining them August 9th- August 19th! This is is such an amazing trip. It's a team of professionals provide invaluable training and consultation to schools and and care facilities; equipping them to provide the best possible education for children with special needs. Although I am not a professional, for the last year I been volunteering with respite care for parents and their children who have special needs with Miracle 139 at The Rock Church in San Diego. While in Peru, we will be holding a 1 day conference which will be open to the community for anyone connected with special needs. We will be providing workshops providing resources, support for parents who have children with special needs.
This is my 2nd time going with Miracle 139 International, but I am also hoping in the ministry we can bring something similar to Tijuana.
So I do need to raise funds for this trip. Would you consider partnering with me for this amazing opportunity! I really don't want to miss out and need your help.
Dates of trip: August 9th- August 19th
How you can help
The trip will cost $1,800- This will include Airfare and Travel expenses.
> $500 Due June 30th
> $1,300- Due July 30th
You can send a check to:
YWAM SDB (attach note with my name)
P.O Box 5417
Chula Vista, CA 91912
or online : Online: https://ywamsdb.webconnex.com/StaffSupport
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Volume 17, Issue 5 May- June- 2018
School Time!!
So from what you read in my last update, I am participating in a school at the moment. It's like doing a semester at a university . And it's been so so amazing!! It's called Community Development School. Every week God takes me deeper and further, understanding the Dynamics of Development, while also working on myself. That's where it begins. Even though I been in missions for 16 years now, there is a new ways new tools to share the Gospel. But in order to really transform a community, to guide people to Gods intentions it need to start with me. Every week God has been reminding me of those things. It's been stretching and a lot of growth has been taken place. But that's when you know He is in it.
It's been almost 8 weeks of this school, we are able to go into the community to apply these teachings. As I said before some of these concepts are not new, but have a new perspective about them. Every week we divide in different groups, having great conversations with different people in different surrounding communities. From these encounters we are seeing people just being open, hearing their stories. Just having a different tool at hand to share the Gospel with new ways. We want to see the community to Develop. As I said, this is not a new concept to YWAM. A great reminder to keep doing what we are doing to see fruit. It truly has been God move in our school, communities every week. We even had a chance to love on the refugees, just be part of their story.
There might be an opportunity to go on a trip to apply everything we been learning. I don't have all the details yet. But I will be need to fundraising for this outreach as it will perhaps be overseas. We are still discussing details. It will be about $1,200. It will be in July or August. So please prayerfully giving for this awesome opportunity. Thank you for being part of my journey with me. Thank you for standing alone with me.
It's been almost 8 weeks of this school, we are able to go into the community to apply these teachings. As I said before some of these concepts are not new, but have a new perspective about them. Every week we divide in different groups, having great conversations with different people in different surrounding communities. From these encounters we are seeing people just being open, hearing their stories. Just having a different tool at hand to share the Gospel with new ways. We want to see the community to Develop. As I said, this is not a new concept to YWAM. A great reminder to keep doing what we are doing to see fruit. It truly has been God move in our school, communities every week. We even had a chance to love on the refugees, just be part of their story.
There might be an opportunity to go on a trip to apply everything we been learning. I don't have all the details yet. But I will be need to fundraising for this outreach as it will perhaps be overseas. We are still discussing details. It will be about $1,200. It will be in July or August. So please prayerfully giving for this awesome opportunity. Thank you for being part of my journey with me. Thank you for standing alone with me.
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Sharing Hope
As some of you saw in my post and updates, even though I am a student. I am still very much part of Homes of Hope. I truly love this project. It really gives a 2nd chance to families in our community. But I have learned that it's not just families who are being blessed, which is already amazing. It's about the impact is making as a whole. Families, the team that is willing to come and serve, and also the staff involved. This past weekend I had a team come and help join on a build. I was feeling ok..but I was also feeling a bit down, kinda wondering what God is up to. I overheard the leader tell his team, "He guys now remember, take time to connect with your family, but also take time to connect with the YWAM team, ask them for their story?". Now I have heard this before. But we really do get busy during the 2 days of building it gets busy to stop and ask. But little by little, here and there..this team, would ask..so tell me? How did you get to YWAM? How did God bring you here? What is your story? I was so blessed that they wanted to know about me..!!
Before the weekend has started, I was asking God the same question, God why did you bring me here? And when this team began to ask me these questions, I began to sense motivation..you know what.. I'm at the right place, the right time. It was His love for me, through others for me! love in ACTION! It was one amazing weekend. Well every time I get to go out at build a home for a family, it truly makes a impact every time. But this time God wanted to remind me a special way. To bless to, the family and the team. Thank you for allowing me to be His hands, His feet! For always standing with me.
Before the weekend has started, I was asking God the same question, God why did you bring me here? And when this team began to ask me these questions, I began to sense motivation..you know what.. I'm at the right place, the right time. It was His love for me, through others for me! love in ACTION! It was one amazing weekend. Well every time I get to go out at build a home for a family, it truly makes a impact every time. But this time God wanted to remind me a special way. To bless to, the family and the team. Thank you for allowing me to be His hands, His feet! For always standing with me.
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No matter what..I keep going!!
Not too long ago I posted on Facebook that I had a very important doctors appointment with my specialist. I know many have been wondering and asking. So here it is..thank you for your patience. I saw a GI physician if you been wondering, and after a lot of diagnostic testing, procedures and a lot of patience, and advocating for myself finally have some answers. I have something called Gastroparesis
Definition: A condition that affects the stomach muscles and prevents proper stomach emptying.
The way I can describe it, it's a degeneration of the stomach muscles. My stomach just does not function properly. It was caused by acute pancreatitis, which I still have flares. But those flares have been under control. The whole GI system is connected so that's why it effected my stomach as well. Gastroparesis has no cure, but the good thing is I do have a mild form of it. There are 3 levels. Yes me and food have a love hate relationship. Do not feel sorry for me, please don't. I do believe God will heal me in His timing. I believe He has made me strong! And will never give me something I cannot handle. But I also know I need to do my part. Putting my health first.
My doctor and and I working close together to help me manage symptoms, which so far have been helping. I appreciate all your prayers and support. I will continue to serve and go where He has called me to go as long as I am still able to. So I appreciate all your prayers and support, your kind words. And for those who are with me on a daily basis with me. Ask, don't be afraid..but don't feel sorry for me. When faced with a situation we must keep moving forward, Walking in Faith not in Fear. You may see me with my water or Gatorade..those are days where food an I hate each other. So it's ok..it will happen. But I will move on. He will give me strength each day to keep moving forward, I have to
Matthew 6:33 And He will give you all you need from day to day if you live for Him and make the Kingdom of God your primary concenrn
One thing that does make me happy on days where it's hard to smile..because the nausea is so bad is, seeing my family, nephew smiling, and people who just fill me with joy!! thank you for all your love and support!! For sowing and your amazing kind words. For believing in me and what God is doing here at YWAM SDB.
Blessings
Definition: A condition that affects the stomach muscles and prevents proper stomach emptying.
The way I can describe it, it's a degeneration of the stomach muscles. My stomach just does not function properly. It was caused by acute pancreatitis, which I still have flares. But those flares have been under control. The whole GI system is connected so that's why it effected my stomach as well. Gastroparesis has no cure, but the good thing is I do have a mild form of it. There are 3 levels. Yes me and food have a love hate relationship. Do not feel sorry for me, please don't. I do believe God will heal me in His timing. I believe He has made me strong! And will never give me something I cannot handle. But I also know I need to do my part. Putting my health first.
My doctor and and I working close together to help me manage symptoms, which so far have been helping. I appreciate all your prayers and support. I will continue to serve and go where He has called me to go as long as I am still able to. So I appreciate all your prayers and support, your kind words. And for those who are with me on a daily basis with me. Ask, don't be afraid..but don't feel sorry for me. When faced with a situation we must keep moving forward, Walking in Faith not in Fear. You may see me with my water or Gatorade..those are days where food an I hate each other. So it's ok..it will happen. But I will move on. He will give me strength each day to keep moving forward, I have to
Matthew 6:33 And He will give you all you need from day to day if you live for Him and make the Kingdom of God your primary concenrn
One thing that does make me happy on days where it's hard to smile..because the nausea is so bad is, seeing my family, nephew smiling, and people who just fill me with joy!! thank you for all your love and support!! For sowing and your amazing kind words. For believing in me and what God is doing here at YWAM SDB.
Blessings
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PRAYER REQUEST:
> Health
> Funds for outreach at end of School $1,000- $1,200
> Monthly support increase ($200 more)
You can send a check to:
YWAM SDB (attach note with my name)
P.O Box 5417
Chula Vista, CA 91912
or online : Online: https://ywamsdb.webconnex.com/StaffSupport
> Health
> Funds for outreach at end of School $1,000- $1,200
> Monthly support increase ($200 more)
You can send a check to:
YWAM SDB (attach note with my name)
P.O Box 5417
Chula Vista, CA 91912
or online : Online: https://ywamsdb.webconnex.com/StaffSupport
Volume 17, Issue 4 April 2018- Spring!!!
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Spring is Here!- New home
I can say that Spring is one of my favorite seasons. There are many beautiful days, flowers bloom, it's daily reminders of all that God has created around us. Looking at the colors, the sky. I get to enjoy days under the sun, while I have the Ocean breeze. It's also a time where I can experience change. A time where God is allowing something new, answered prayers, where I can see how truly faithful He is.
In the last few weeks, as shared in my last update, my apartment has come together nicely being shared with 2 wonderful roommates!. It now feels like a home. I wasn't sure how things were going to work out but God took care of all the details. Thanks for all your prayers and support, you also made it possible (the free furniture, picture frames, room decor)! Thank you!
In the last few weeks, as shared in my last update, my apartment has come together nicely being shared with 2 wonderful roommates!. It now feels like a home. I wasn't sure how things were going to work out but God took care of all the details. Thanks for all your prayers and support, you also made it possible (the free furniture, picture frames, room decor)! Thank you!
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Something New- School Time
Well it's been less than 2 weeks, but I am a student of the Community Development School. April 9th was my first day of this amazing school. So what is CDS? " Community Development School promotes long -term integrated approach to transformation of communities, cities, and nations. Yet true change at the community, city, regional or national level begins with personal change, including changes in ways of thinking.
Transformation ultimately takes place as a result of changes of the heart and mind when confronted with truth, evidence of transforming power of the Gospel ."
There is so much more to this school. Each day as I take part the teachings I learn in class, new revelations, new concepts, unlearning old lessons. There's been a mind shift to the way I see things. It's been such a blessing to be part of something that is new to me. Being open to the idea of allowing myself to be a student again, which I never really was a good student. But this time, I'm so excited to be a student, going deeper to teaching and topics I'm eager to learn about. Developing what He has called me out to do, but with a new approach. Having His eyes.
At first I was nervous and wondering what it would look like to put myself in that position. But I'm enjoying hitting the books, hours reading, studying, spending each day learning new things. I know some of these concepts and ideas are not new, but they are new to me. It's really unlearning things so that I my approach them in a new way. And that takes being humble and allowing God to move and stir my heart. And that takes me to a place where my mind is overwhelmed with a new Revelation. Leaving class at the end of the end, with a knot in my throat because my mind has shifted to a new understanding of seeing things in God's perspective. Again, some of these things are not new, but just approach them differently. We never stop learning. And also getting to know my classmates, building trust. Getting deeper with God. Thank you you giving me this time. This will benefit my personal ministry Development and opportunities Thank you!
I'm still helping and serving our "Homes of Hope" ministry. In the last 4 months almost 100 homes have been built, that means 100 families have received a 2nd chance. And I never get tired of seeing the families reaction when they receive the keys to their home. This touches my heart every single time, and never want it to become routine. You are very much part of what God is doing here in Tijuana, Mexico. You are part of the 100 homes and counting this year so far. I'm talking about only this year alone.. But HOH almost 6,000 homes have been built in 21 different Nations, that's only 1 project. We also have our kids ministry project called "Zone Kids" We have youth camps called Mission Adventures where 100's of youth kids are transformed, and our Discipleship Training School.
Transformation ultimately takes place as a result of changes of the heart and mind when confronted with truth, evidence of transforming power of the Gospel ."
There is so much more to this school. Each day as I take part the teachings I learn in class, new revelations, new concepts, unlearning old lessons. There's been a mind shift to the way I see things. It's been such a blessing to be part of something that is new to me. Being open to the idea of allowing myself to be a student again, which I never really was a good student. But this time, I'm so excited to be a student, going deeper to teaching and topics I'm eager to learn about. Developing what He has called me out to do, but with a new approach. Having His eyes.
At first I was nervous and wondering what it would look like to put myself in that position. But I'm enjoying hitting the books, hours reading, studying, spending each day learning new things. I know some of these concepts and ideas are not new, but they are new to me. It's really unlearning things so that I my approach them in a new way. And that takes being humble and allowing God to move and stir my heart. And that takes me to a place where my mind is overwhelmed with a new Revelation. Leaving class at the end of the end, with a knot in my throat because my mind has shifted to a new understanding of seeing things in God's perspective. Again, some of these things are not new, but just approach them differently. We never stop learning. And also getting to know my classmates, building trust. Getting deeper with God. Thank you you giving me this time. This will benefit my personal ministry Development and opportunities Thank you!
I'm still helping and serving our "Homes of Hope" ministry. In the last 4 months almost 100 homes have been built, that means 100 families have received a 2nd chance. And I never get tired of seeing the families reaction when they receive the keys to their home. This touches my heart every single time, and never want it to become routine. You are very much part of what God is doing here in Tijuana, Mexico. You are part of the 100 homes and counting this year so far. I'm talking about only this year alone.. But HOH almost 6,000 homes have been built in 21 different Nations, that's only 1 project. We also have our kids ministry project called "Zone Kids" We have youth camps called Mission Adventures where 100's of youth kids are transformed, and our Discipleship Training School.
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Family & Friends
During this time I been able to connect with some of the staff and also have a couple of visitors join me here at YWAM Tijuana (San Antonio del Mar) It's been a blessing to have friends come all the way here and just enjoy the campus. Anyone is more than welcome to come and. Please e-mail me if you would like to come. It's a beautiful campus. Even though some days can be busy. But I would love for you to see the campus, ministry projects for yourself.
I am blessed that I have my family nearby and can visit them often. I don't know how much longer my car is going to make it. I'm praying at least until the end of summer. (IN JESUS NAME)!! And hoping by then I will be ready to see about a different vehicle. For now, my 18 year old car will need to wait..Praise God for my car, it's been such a blessing. It's been getting me to all my Doctor appts, which by the way, I been feeling so much better the last few months. I had a diagnostic test this last week, waiting for results now. Pain has been under control..God is my mighty physician.
I am blessed that I have my family nearby and can visit them often. I don't know how much longer my car is going to make it. I'm praying at least until the end of summer. (IN JESUS NAME)!! And hoping by then I will be ready to see about a different vehicle. For now, my 18 year old car will need to wait..Praise God for my car, it's been such a blessing. It's been getting me to all my Doctor appts, which by the way, I been feeling so much better the last few months. I had a diagnostic test this last week, waiting for results now. Pain has been under control..God is my mighty physician.
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How you can help
At this time..things are going pretty well. staying healthy, waiting for results. Pray for a negative in test results! And as you know there is a tuition for my CDS- Community Development School. Since I'm on staff, I have been given a discount. CDS is part of the University of the Nations. I will be getting a credit towards my AA that I'm hoping to get soon, might be this year, I'm getting all this info since I have done enough schools with YWAM and UofN. One day I hope to get my Masters as well.
If you would like to help and give towards my school. Here's how.
Tuition for School, $1,000- by May 1st.
You can send a check to:
YWAM SDB (attach note with my name)
P.O Box 5417
Chula Vista, CA 91912
or online : Online: https://ywamsdb.webconnex.com/StaffSupport
(please put my name as well)
PRAYER REQUEST
> Health
> Finances- For CDS
> To continue to be challenged to earn and grow in the school.
If you would like to help and give towards my school. Here's how.
Tuition for School, $1,000- by May 1st.
You can send a check to:
YWAM SDB (attach note with my name)
P.O Box 5417
Chula Vista, CA 91912
or online : Online: https://ywamsdb.webconnex.com/StaffSupport
(please put my name as well)
PRAYER REQUEST
> Health
> Finances- For CDS
> To continue to be challenged to earn and grow in the school.
Volume 17, Issue 3 March 2018
Compassion is in Fashion!!
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I been i living back in Tijuana for 3 months now. Every day looks different, every weekend looks different. Some weekends here in YWAM San Diego/Baja are really busy, and I'm just talking about one project. There are many more projects on our Campus, kids ministry and youth ministry.
I'm talking about "Homes of Hope, the pace of it all, we have it down, as we are all busy helping host teams, prep rooms, meals, drive teams crossing borders, painting, hammering, here we go. But these aren't just homes, these are not just numbers. We should never see them just as numbers. These are families who are getting a second chance. The moment this becomes "routine"..then I know I have lost my passion. But my compassion to see more people being reached, more giving a second chance has not stopped!
And it's not just families getting these Homes, it's the participants as well, their perspective is changed, they begin to have Gods, their life is transformed. That's why I love doing what I do. To build a home, builds lives, gives life to others, Gives Hope! It gives a chance not only to a family, but to a person to give back and really make a difference, it gives the a opportunity to have compassion for others. Thank you for standing with me, for allowing me to be on this journey. It hasn't been easy this time around. I have lost financial support. But no matter what I keep moving forward, keep reminding myself that God has my back.
I'm talking about "Homes of Hope, the pace of it all, we have it down, as we are all busy helping host teams, prep rooms, meals, drive teams crossing borders, painting, hammering, here we go. But these aren't just homes, these are not just numbers. We should never see them just as numbers. These are families who are getting a second chance. The moment this becomes "routine"..then I know I have lost my passion. But my compassion to see more people being reached, more giving a second chance has not stopped!
And it's not just families getting these Homes, it's the participants as well, their perspective is changed, they begin to have Gods, their life is transformed. That's why I love doing what I do. To build a home, builds lives, gives life to others, Gives Hope! It gives a chance not only to a family, but to a person to give back and really make a difference, it gives the a opportunity to have compassion for others. Thank you for standing with me, for allowing me to be on this journey. It hasn't been easy this time around. I have lost financial support. But no matter what I keep moving forward, keep reminding myself that God has my back.
Good News!!!
I been praying for a while now and I wanted to wait until it was official. But I just got news that I been accepted into the Community Development School!! The School will start April 5th. I been longing to do take this course for a while now, praying about timing and when God will allow this to happen. So what is CDS (Community Development School)
"The Community Development School allows you to go deeper in your understanding of the Great Commission as you explore Gospel-centered principles and practically apply them in a developing community in Northern Baja, Mexico.
In this school, you will learn how to ask the right questions to assess the needs of a community, how to enter and leave a community in a healthy way, and how to make disciples and empower people who will transform their own community and nation. Throughout the course, you will develop a sustainable development plan based on the community of your choice which can be practically applied in order to propel them towards transformation."
So that's more information about the School and what I will be learning. I'm really excited to be part of it, and seeing where God will take me next. I know this is just the beginning of what's to come.
"The Community Development School allows you to go deeper in your understanding of the Great Commission as you explore Gospel-centered principles and practically apply them in a developing community in Northern Baja, Mexico.
In this school, you will learn how to ask the right questions to assess the needs of a community, how to enter and leave a community in a healthy way, and how to make disciples and empower people who will transform their own community and nation. Throughout the course, you will develop a sustainable development plan based on the community of your choice which can be practically applied in order to propel them towards transformation."
So that's more information about the School and what I will be learning. I'm really excited to be part of it, and seeing where God will take me next. I know this is just the beginning of what's to come.
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Hard Day..and happy days
So I been having some hard days, I'll be honest. Physically, my GI issues that start a year and a half a ago is still a mystery. I am suppose to have an appointment with specialist the 19th. But I know that no matter what obstacle what challenge I face. My God has truly been giving me the strength to keep going keep breathing!!
Everyday is different, I don't know what it will look like. How the day will go. But one thing never changes..He Is Faithful!!! I know that in Him I do find my true Joy. I am not perfect, I do feel like.. "ok, when will this end, when will this stop". I get upset and angry". But then I get back up! I keep fighting. This battle is not mine. In Him, all is possible! God is here, He is so so good! I choose to seek Him, His promises!!
And I look and my niece and nephew too..He also keep me going, keep me smiling. Thank you for all your prayers and support. For standing with me. For your love and support. Please continue to, I need them I need you.
Everyday is different, I don't know what it will look like. How the day will go. But one thing never changes..He Is Faithful!!! I know that in Him I do find my true Joy. I am not perfect, I do feel like.. "ok, when will this end, when will this stop". I get upset and angry". But then I get back up! I keep fighting. This battle is not mine. In Him, all is possible! God is here, He is so so good! I choose to seek Him, His promises!!
And I look and my niece and nephew too..He also keep me going, keep me smiling. Thank you for all your prayers and support. For standing with me. For your love and support. Please continue to, I need them I need you.
If you you will prayerfully consider partnering with, especially now during my April school. That will be such a blessing!! oh and good news, and everything worked out for housing. I now share a 2 bedroom apartment with another staff member.
Thank you for taking the time to read this update
Teresa
PRAYER REQUEST:
> Health
> Increase in Financial support
> Tuition for School, $1,000 by May 1st.
You can send a check to:
YWAM SDB (attach note with my name)
P.O Box 5417
Chula Vista, CA 91912
or online : Online: https://ywamsdb.webconnex.com/StaffSupport
You can also make a paypal donation, keep in mind this is not tax deductible
Volume 17, Issue 2- February 2018
Life in Mexico
It's been a couple months since I been living back in Tijuana, serving with YWAM as i transferred from living in San Diego helping in our administrative office. It's been a very busy time, along with different projects, adjustment to community living. But I'm enjoying it very much as I get to participate in several ministry projects. I am still helping my church in San Diego as much as I can. But to be here, not only helping in the area of "Homes of Hope", but to really see what God is doing and how truly our staff and students are making a impact in our community. To reflect His love for the people of Mexico, has truly been a blessing. I might not be directly involved in all areas, but I get to see and be part of YWAM as a whole, your prayers your contributions are truly making a difference in my life and all that HE is doing.
Thank you for standing with me, your Faithful commitment. Your support allow me to continue to go further and farther in this community! You allow me to carry out His passion, apply my vision. Thank you.
Here are a few photos from last weekend, February 18th, where 9 teams came and we got to build 11 homes in just a few days, that means 11 families received a 2nd opportunity. Thank you for making it possible. And of course the teams for being willing to come and serve with us
Thank you for standing with me, your Faithful commitment. Your support allow me to continue to go further and farther in this community! You allow me to carry out His passion, apply my vision. Thank you.
Here are a few photos from last weekend, February 18th, where 9 teams came and we got to build 11 homes in just a few days, that means 11 families received a 2nd opportunity. Thank you for making it possible. And of course the teams for being willing to come and serve with us
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Family & life
Late January I got to visit my home church for Missions day, it was great to to be able to do that. Then a few weeks ago I had my family visit here in Tijuana, which is always great to have them here. Especially to see my grandma.
Shortly after I got to attend a very special friends wedding in Virginia, I had never been to that area of the U.S, so it was a awesome few days and visit with some friends as well. Although I got to say..I got pretty cold. But had a great time. And even got see the the White House.
Shortly after I got to attend a very special friends wedding in Virginia, I had never been to that area of the U.S, so it was a awesome few days and visit with some friends as well. Although I got to say..I got pretty cold. But had a great time. And even got see the the White House.
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Leap of Faith!!
There has been some hardships with health and finances. Those times come in waves. And I shared with some of you, it's been a bit difficult, I have learned to be more honest and to ask for help. But I know that there can be a breakthrough. I know there are ups and downs. But I know that God brought me here for a reason, and loves to stretch my faith.
Over the weekend I just found out about a possible housing opportunity. It's a huge leap of Faith. At the moment YWAM San Diego/Baja. provides staff dorm housing for females. But if you can find 1-2 roommates and rent an apartment it's a better option. So I need to pay the deposit for this apartment, and could sure use your help. I will need between $600- $700 for the deposit, just for the deposit. It's a huge leap of faith. But if God put this place in our path for a reason, then I know He will find a way.
If you you will prayerfully consider partnering with me during this time. I know it's last minute. I need to pay this deposit in the next 10 days. So any amount will be a huge help:
You can send a check to:
YWAM SDB (attach note with my name)
P.O Box 5417
Chula Vista, CA 91912
or online : Online: https://ywamsdb.webconnex.com/StaffSupport
You can also make a donation thru my paypal account, just keep in mind, this is not Tax-deductible
what's next??...
something very exciting..be on the lookout for BLOG post!!
- Volume 17, Issue 1 Jan 2018
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So it's another year, 2018 now. Wow time is passing by so fast for me. I know you probably wondering what I been doing the last few weeks.
So why Volume 17 and not Volume 18, after all it is 2018. Well this marks my 17th year in missions. I been with YWAM and a few other missions organizations as well. I told someone 14, but I been wrong. wow!! God has been so good, faithful, such a good God. Here I am, another year, start of another season. Back in wonderful Mexico. I been back in forth to this wonderful place for numerous years, and i truly love it. Even though I been here before it's always different every time. |
My first home for the 2018 year
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Sharing HopeI am glad to be back in Tijuana so that I am be part of "Homes of Hope". Knowing we are making such a impact not only with those that receive a home, but the teams that give of their time and effort to build these home. It truly changes their perspective. Every weekend, Hope is giving a family is given a second chance, eyes are opened to a different view. And the Love of Jesus continues to be reflected in every project here in YWAM San Diego. Weather it be with Homes being built, children, youth, adults. You are all part of it. Thank you for standing with me!!
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Good times
As i find the flow of things here at the Campus life, work and schedules. I am also find time to be able to spend quality time with family, my amazing boyfriend, his been very supportive, and friends. Not that I'm on this side of things, it can be a bit difficult. I love my family dearly and my cute nephew and my adopted niece. I'm just hoping my vehicle can last a few more months as a save funds. It's pretty beat up and don't know how much longer it will last. But I'm glad and blessed to have it running at the moment.
Health is good for now. Way better days then bad days. I know God continues to heal me, I know He is my mighty physician.
Next month I will have the opportunity to go to a dear friends wedding in Virginia and meet up with friends!!! I am so so excited! It will be like a reunion.
Please please be praying for the dear Tuani family. My friend passed away suddenly, they are grieving for his sudden loss. He was one amazing man of God, very dear to so many. Truly a warrior!!
Thank you again for your prayers and financial support. Please prayerfully consider standing with me financially with me. Now that I live here I do have a bit more expenses, since I need to commute a bit with going to see my medical physicians in San Diego, car insurance, and still saving funds for a new/used vehicle that is better for me.
Thank you!! Teresa Deleon
Send donations: Checks payable ( YWAM SDB, attach a note with my name)
P.O Box 5417
Chula Vista, CA 94117
Online: https://ywamsdb.webconnex.com/StaffSupport
Health is good for now. Way better days then bad days. I know God continues to heal me, I know He is my mighty physician.
Next month I will have the opportunity to go to a dear friends wedding in Virginia and meet up with friends!!! I am so so excited! It will be like a reunion.
Please please be praying for the dear Tuani family. My friend passed away suddenly, they are grieving for his sudden loss. He was one amazing man of God, very dear to so many. Truly a warrior!!
Thank you again for your prayers and financial support. Please prayerfully consider standing with me financially with me. Now that I live here I do have a bit more expenses, since I need to commute a bit with going to see my medical physicians in San Diego, car insurance, and still saving funds for a new/used vehicle that is better for me.
Thank you!! Teresa Deleon
Send donations: Checks payable ( YWAM SDB, attach a note with my name)
P.O Box 5417
Chula Vista, CA 94117
Online: https://ywamsdb.webconnex.com/StaffSupport
