A day I will never forget! With the prices soaring, tourism down, way down, I heard a Mexican friend use the term “desperate”.
A while back, I baked a chicken. I always save the bones, fat and skin for starving dogs. After dropping Rebekah off for school, I went searching for the prize winning dog that would receive the scraps. Just a few blocks from home I spotted a neighbor with her dog. I eyed it up and decided it would be the lucky dog that would receive the hardy breakfast. I held the bag of scraps out the car window as I proceeded to ask my neighbor if I could feed her dog. She stepped closer to the car, grasped the bag and the clutched it to her chest. She was all excited and proceeded to tell me about the tacos she was going to make for herself from the ingredients in the bag. In shock, I sheepishly protested that the bag contained mostly skin and bones. I wished I had left meat on those bones that particular day. My neighbor continued to smile and assure me how delicious her meal would be.
We came to Mexico, thinking we had something to offer to the Mexican people. In retrospect, daily I learn from them with their simple ways, tender hearts and always reaching out in love. The same dear friend that spoke of being desperate is now in Canada working. The process to get Miguel to Canada was a God thing. Right from the time he was a young child he desired to go to Canada. After 1 ½ years of filling out paper work, getting visas and waiting and then waiting some more, Miguel is earning good money in Canada. I assure you, most of it will be sent back to help his family here in Mexico. He is no longer desperate.
Miguel filling out the many papers required of immigration
The night before he left, he gave me his greatest possession ever as a gift for our friendship. When his father passed away, he was given his fathers pocket watch as a remembrance of his dad. I accepted the gift knowing that it was something to be treasured. Miguel’sgenerosity is common amongst the Mexican people. I have much to learn from them.
This month we are celebrating 10 years of being involved with YUGO Ministries. It has been stretching but rewarding being able to take part in reaching the Mexican people with the love of God. This month has been has been filled with amazing opportunities to reach out to the Mexican people.
Praying in a circle after the painting was completed.
21 youth from an affluent Mexican church painted an underprivileged church inside and out for Pastor Diaz. Good job San Pablo youth!!
Emmanual CRC youth joined YUGO’s staff in ministry again this year and did many projects. They even taught the orphans at an orphanage how to do drime (drama to music). You guys are amazing Emmanual CRC youth!!!
Emmanual CRC youth from Canada teaching the orphans how to do drama
It is an honor and a privilege to be here in Mexico doing what we do.
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