Keeping our eyes on Jesus, the source and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that lay before Him endured a cross and despised the shame and has sat down at the right hand of God's throne.
Hebrews 12:2
That is the verse I wrote to Pastora Paty in a letter the nurses read to her in the hospital along with these words: "Keep your eyes on Jesus as I'm sure you are doing. Just as he passed the hour of shame and was raised to the Father's side, we believe this season of pain will soon pass and your life will be redeemed."
She is now in His presence. I had no idea those would literally be the last days of her earthly life. I still cannot believe she's gone. Every day her son-in-law would send the audio update about her progression. It seemed she was going to pull through. But then, so suddenly, the bacteria returned and she passed.
We will ever honor and remember Pastora Paty and her heart for children, especially. She was fundamental in starting Twist. She and Pastor Juan were the first ones we sat down with to propose the program. She had organized a kids' after-school project priorly, and was eager to reach out to the little ones again. They quickly accepted, and we started the journey of perseverance and hard work to start the first Twist Kids' Club in their community. I have no doubt it was largely her vision that moved the church to adopt the work.
Here's a link to a facebook photo-montage video of her Twist legacy.
Pastor Paty
Please join us in praying for her family in this season of grieving and as they continue to carry the vision she pioneered as they plan to open the Twist doors again this month.
June brought with it a special gift from the Father - an impromptu visit to Ohio and some much needed time with family (and sharing baby Grace). While it wasn't easy for Xaume holding down the fort in Mexico, he knew how important it was for me, and he got in some good time with the boys and his family as well.
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| Students upon completion of the eleven-week Children's Ministry class that Xau taught |
Then it was my turn to stay with the kiddos - thankfully just a few days, though - as Xaume traveled to the Oaxacan mountains to speak and assist a four-day introduction to missions camp. The 24 young (and not-as-young) participants stayed at the church mission where Pastor Braulio, his son Aaron, and niece Angie hold Twist Kids' Club. Aaron organized the event - which included teachings, outreach, prayer, and overall, exposure to reality way beyond the city limits.
Thank you so much for taking the time to read and be a part of our lives. We are honored.
The five of us will be visiting Ohio in August! You are invited to come to an evening gathering at Heritage Christian Church on Monday, August 16th from 6:30-8:30 (Room 102).
Hope to see some of you then!
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