After serving faithfully at the ROC (Rosarito Outreach Center) for nearly 10 years, Rod has been commissioned by our YUGO leadership to work full time leading the Recovery Ministry. Shortly after launching the Celebrate Recovery program in Calvary Chapel Rosarito it was evident that this task would take greater commitment and time. Our dreams of seeing more people in Mexico being set free from their hurts, habits and hang-ups is coming to pass. We can’t express to each of you our excitement in serving alongside an incredible team of individuals that have the same vision. We are very thankful for our friends at the ROC for throwing a “So-long, Never Good-bye” gathering for Rod. He feels loved and appreciated!
Rod's in his party spirit
Easter week was remarkable! Our Prison Ministry Team set up an event for “Our Girls” on the inside. Tracie shared her powerful story of how God healed her life of brokenness and touched the lives of many. Elisa gave a powerful Easter message that left each of us encouraged by the deep love of our Heavenly Father. She shared that God loved us so much that he allowed his one and only Son to die a brutal death on a rugged cross so we could live eternally with Him. Others served faithfully singing, praying, serving lunch and communion. We ended the day passing out personal gift bags as “Our Girls” were led back to their cells. What an incredible day!
Cheryl, Joni, Karla, Elisa and Tracie (missing Susy)
Easter Sunday was spent with our Celebrate Recovery family sharing turkey tacos with various side dishes and deserts. The fellowship was sweet and the food was delicious. Week after week we gather together, pray together and openly share what God is doing in our lives. We have had the privilege to see marriages being restored (one couple even renewed their wedding vows). God is in the business of transforming lives.
Mothers Day was another day to be remembered. The Ensenada Prison threw a grand event and invited our Prison Ministry team to take part in it. Each of the women inmates enjoyed a tasty meal complete with desert and a message of love. After Beranise shared the message she gave an invitation for those that do not know Jesus personally to do so. Many accepted the invitation! We left the prison that day feeling satisfied knowing we had the opportunity to not only meet the physical needs of the female inmates, but also be a small part in meeting their spiritual needs as Mother’s Day is an especially hard day for the women as they are separated from family members.
Beranise shares a message of love
Rod and I know you are backing us in prayer in this ministry. As we continue to post our prayer requests and prayers are answered, we are in awe of what is happening all around us. Thank you for walking the “Road to Recovery” with us. We couldn’t do this without your continued love, prayers and generous gifts.
PRAYER REQUESTS: Pray that God will continue to bring healing into the lives of those struggling with hurts, habits and hang-ups. Join us in prayer that the financial needs of the Recovery Ministry will be met.
