A cute little baby that just needs some milk and pampers. A second look; the larger picture brings a chilling reality. An uncomfortable question? Reality. Do we want to be committed to helping the future of this child, this family? We look again at this little baby and then we look in the eyes of his mother. We dare not think of the future.
We just can't just say God bless you and back out the door ... after all, "what would Jesus do?"
It was just to be a visit; a little milk and some pampers. For us a little visit often proves to be a dangerous venture; a costly venture.
Indeed our ministry always starts as a visit which can develop into hundreds of man hours and dollars.
A few years later we see Pepe sitting next to his little Christmas tree. Today he's almost a teenager. Pepe now lives in a remote area of South Mexico. No Christmas tree or gifts this year. Knowing the family, alcohol would destroy any gifts we sent his way. We have contact with him by phone ... he longs to be back in Tijuana.
Our ministry is unique indeed. We open the door and go inside never knowing what situation we will find ourselves in. Several days ago we opened the door and walked inside the cold little house. Mom and eight kids, (no man) absolutely no food in the house. No propane to cook with. She offered us a glass of cool-ade. Thanks to you we got them food and propane ... that's what we do with your gifts. Yes, we plan to give them, and several very poor neighbors, a special Christmas.
We wish you and yours a very nice Christmas and a happy healthy New Year.
In His love, Pastor Von and crew...
