Wedding Bells-Oct 2019

Then the Lord said, “It is not good for a man to be alone. I will make a helper who is just right for him.” Genesis 2:18

I was a widow for 2 ½ years. During those 2 ½ years, I experienced God’s complete provision for my every need.  God’s love surrounded me as His children wrapped their arms around me in service:

·        When I had a flat tire, my Mexico family fixed the flat;

·        When the water heater died, God provided someone to replace it;

·        When I felt overwhelmed with responsibilities of leading the Mexico Recovery Ministry, God sent new leaders.

There were just too many other scenarios to list.  I am astounded at God’s provision.

Francisco was alone for 13 years.  He bent God’s ear asking God for a godly woman to come into his life. God knew that Francisco did not just need a godly woman!  God knew that Francisco needed a godly woman whose passion for Mexico Recovery is as focused as his is! 

Little did we know God was molding and shaping us both for our upcoming relationship? We had both served at Calvary Chapel Rosarito for a number of years. Francisco is the friendly greeter who welcomes everyone with a smile and a hug. Everyone at Calvary Chapel Rosarito loves Francisco, and his greeting ministry is truly appreciated.

Our first date was an event that only God could orchestrate and accomplish. On our first date, I was shy and nervous but Francisco’s true gentleness and deep love for Jesus Christ captured my heart.  Francisco and I deliberately and boldly committed all aspects of our relationship to God and God smiled upon us.

On August 23, 2019, Francisco and I became husband and wife. Two people coming together as one, committed to keeping God first in our lives. We choose to live in acceptance of God’s grace, gladly serving Him for the rest of our lives in obedience to the call He has placed on both our hearts. We are so grateful for family and friends that joined us in celebrating our special day together.

Together we are better than one.  If you honor God, God will honor you – in ways beyond your expectations!  We kept God in the decision process of meeting a mate to spend the rest of our lives with.  God has richly rewarded us, beyond all expectations, with each other.  It is an honor to be Mrs. Cheryl Hoople de Ahumada.  It is a common tradition for women in Mexico to keep their names, so I am following tradition.

Banking and legal documents will remain under the name of Cheryl Hoople.

Francisco and I will live and serve out of El Faro.  El Faro is the ministry center I have been involved with for the past 12 years.

We praise God for St. Albert Alliance Church (SAAC) for using their gifts and talents in serving with us in Mexico this past summer. Last winter it rained hard during the winter months and the roof was leaking. SAAC used their gifts and talents to provide us with a new, shingled, roof.  Thank you so much, SAAC.  St. Albert Alliance Church is my sending church from Canada.

Sherry and Melissa, thank you for joining our Prison Ministry team.  Thank you for hosting a craft event for “Our Girls” on the inside of the Ensenada Prison. We all had a wonderful time together:

·        Worshipping,

·        Creating cards,

·        Fellowshipping,

·        Sharing a meal, and

·        Sending the inmates back to their cells with:

o   Toiletry gift bags, and

o   Hearts filled with encouragement.

                                                
             Back: Cheryl, Karla, Lorena Front: Sherry, Melissa, Liliana

Francisco and I are thankful for each of you, our partners in the Mexico Recovery Ministry. Together we are making a difference for eternity in Mexico.

In His Service,

Cheryl & Francisco