This building did not look like any other that people normally gather in for a church service. In years past, music could be heard through out the streets as people searching for the purpose of life filled the dance floor. Today this building has been transformed into a place where the Good News is shared.
The team shared the Christmas story through a play, a play sharing the Good News of how God came to reveal himself, and how He did so through a human body. A human body, born in a humble setting, that felt cold, hurt and disappointment. The birth of Christ was clearly displayed as a gift, the greatest gift ever given.
The time came for gifts to be handed out to the children. Little faces beamed as children unwrapped and played with their gifts. We soon left knowing we had done our small part in facilitating the Georgia group in sharing the gifts they brought with the children and the truth about Our Heavenly Father and the gift He sent for each of us.
Many Mexican children received gifts this Christmas. Thank you in part to Daryl & Marita from Salmon Arm, B.C., the Robinson family from Red Deer and my parents John & Gerry Szott for getting involved with YUGO staff to give to those in need.
Having my mom and dad, John & Gerry Szott join us in ministry was one of the highlights of our first Christmas spent together in Mexico. They brought with them gifts bags and quilts to be given out at a needy orphanage nearby. Mom and Dad, thanks for your part in reaching out to the children on Mexico.
The year of 2007 came with many great memories. We don’t even know where to begin. We are thankful for the staff we have worked with. Each one carries a very special place in our hearts for their friendship, hard work and dedication in serving.
“Lord my God, you have done many miracles. Your plans for us are many. If I tried to tell them all, there would be too many to count.” Psalm 40:5 I read this scripture and knew this applied to those we have had the privilege to work with. A book could be written about all the wonderful opportunities there have been to reach out to the people around us and how God has used many to fulfill His plan.
It is not easy to live in Mexico. Yet, our comrades in ministry have chosen to give up the easy life which includes leaving behind safety, comforts, family and friends to come and serve the Mexican people. It is an honor to work with each of you.
And our families, the ones we left behind. Thank you for supporting us and allowing us to continue to fulfill God’s calling for our lives. When we visit orphanages and see children the ages of our own grand children, there is a tug at our hearts. We walk in gratitude, knowing that our grand children are well cared for and loved. We are also thankful for the many that have come to visit, join us in ministry and spur us on. We could not serve here in Mexico with out each one of you standing behind us. Thank you!
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