August 2011
Building Blessings
Progress on our the new building is coming along very well. All three stories have been framed & the plywood walls are nearly all installed. We are concentrating on finishing the third story first. This floor with be a two bedroom apartment for our new Pastors who are coming from Chihuahua, Mexico in late September or October. Please pray for their big move and the start of Iglesia Vida Nueva in La Mision!
Stairs construction
New Life Church Youth Team works on the clinic building.
Our new clinic building at it's current state.
VBS
Vacation Bible school is always a major focus during summer break. Many of the groups that came to serve worked with our kids – teaching them about Jesus in fun and creative ways! The kids loved it! Our prayer is that they not only remember what they have learned but also become a light in their families and community. We are so grateful for each team that dedicated time to focus on our kids’ spiritual needs as well!
New Beginnings Church Team plays a game with the kids.
New Beginnings Church Team
NPI Group doing crafts with the kids.
New Life Church Youth Group
Back to School
The end of summer marks the beginning a new school year. OA strongly believes that education is a major key in breaking the cycle of poverty, and as such, is one of our key focuses at the daycare. Last year we enrolled our “river kids” in school for the first time in their lives.They are now excelling in their classes & catching up in the years they had missed. Many of our students also receive additional on-site tutoring by OA staff.
Back to School Backpacks
Alejandro, one of the "river kids," with his new backpack.
Berenice & Genesis with their new backpacks.
Justin checking out his new school supplies.
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