Don't forget to pray for, support, and encourage pioneer workers in the Gospel! Some have given up everything this world has to offer to serve the Lord. This letter shares a bit of daily life adjusting to new climate, culture, and the struggles of Gospel work while learning a new language and raising 6 children. It also shares the blessings of serving the Lord and seeing God open doors for His Word to go forth.
~Mark
Humes Family Newsletter ~ July 2011
Lots of New Things
We mentioned in our last newsletter that there was a church, Iglesia Gethsemani, less than a block from our house. We have been visiting this church often since our arrival. The Lord has really blessed us through the saints there, learning lots of Spanish and making many new friends with these brothers and sisters in Christ.
Gethsemani has a food ministry that reaches hundreds of people – there are many poor people on both sides of the border in this area, and unemployment is very high. In San Luis, Mexico, (just across the border from us) those who can find work often receive only 70 to 100 pesos a day (that's $6.40 to $9.10 for a full day's work). Although a few things are cheaper, the prices for things like food and clothing are about the same as here in the US. This food ministry has been a great blessing