The freshness of the air due to the first winter rain fall felt great. We live in a dusty, dry country and look forward to a bit of rain to green things up. As we drove down the road, people could be seen in the back of pickups going to work. This is a very common site in Mexico. Reality set in as I saw these men soaking wet from the rain. My mind wondered to how cold these men would be when they arrived at their job sites.
Nagging thoughts of past winters came to mind and pictures I had taken of those living in shanties made of pieces of wood and cardboard covered with tarps were at the forefront of my thoughts. Many do not have proper protection from the elements and get sick.
I also remember some of you getting involved in ministry through your giving warm clothes, food, tarps, blankets and more. Please continue to come and give as the winter months have only just begun. Contact us to find out how you can get involved.
Many have heeded to this call. Our calendar is busy these next couple months with people like your selves that want to get involved. Some come for only a few days, others for a week or two and others for longer time periods.
Recently we moved to a YUGO facility that opened up for occupancy due to one of our missionaries leaving the field. Stacy built this incredible home to house women that came out of prison. Women that wanted a new life, a life of freedom from addictions and past hurts to follow this Jesus that Stacy freely shared with them.
Let me share with you Stacy’s own words. “As you all know, I dedicated the last three years of my life to this ministry. The final result is that I burned out. Meanwhile, I had been communicating with YUGO missionaries, Rod & Cheryl Hoople. I was aware that since the Hooples came on staff in 2004, they desired to start a missionary care center, a place where new missionaries could transition to the field and missionaries leaving the field could transition back to their home country. It will also be a place where needs would be met for field missionaries.”
Stacy has communicated well the ministry God has place upon our hearts for the past few years. It is our specific desire to use the gifts, passions and experience we have to work with YUGO leadership to help our missionaries not only survive but also thrive while serving with YUGO Ministries. Stacy, you will be greatly missed by all of us.
You, our partners in ministry, are a big part of this ministry. Your prayers are being answered on our behalf. Not only do we have the good sized facility that can house extra people we are also registered for our first Member Care training in January 2008. Remember, our doors are always open. Please feel free to contact us and come join us and other YUGO missionaries in ministry.
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