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Hey Prayer partners,
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House parent, Moses, and family |
Thanks for your faithfulness in praying
for this ministry and the countries we are in. So, I am happy to share that we have rented a house in South Sudan and we currently have five boys. God has blessed us by providing a great team of brothers and sisters in South Sudan that are heading up the work in Juba the capital.
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The boys-James, David, Joseph, Nelson, Sibilija
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I asked Augustino to give a little update from Juba. Here is his response -
"Hello Brother Jon. God is really doing amazing things in the life of the boys. The great thing the boys lives got change. Currently they enjoying prayers and worship fellowship which we have in the house. And the boys life are not like before. And I believe God is going to do great work in south Sudan.
Most common issue of kids leaving the families. Because of war, their parents was kill during the war. And others father and mother was divorce. And others because of crisis in The country not food at home. And others parents run away because of war leave the kids.
Please praying for peace in South Sudan.
Thanks God bless you brother."
Please continue to pray for our brothers there as we walk together to share the good news of Jesus to them.
In His grip,
Jon
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Vagamundo Coffee Shop Testimonies
Vagamundo has quickly become an important part of Niños de la Luz in the D.R. Here is what two of our young men have to say about their experience there.
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Angel and Johan
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Angel: My favorite part about working at Vagamundo Coffee and Waffles is in the kitchen. I've learned so many new skills and I love preparing the
waffle dough, hollandaise sauce and the smoothie bowls. I discovered that I really like to cook! My time at the Life Navigation School really prepared me for my work here at Vagamudo. I learned how to be responsible, how to make good decisions and the importance of a good work ethic. I don't know what my future holds, but I'm learning a lot working at the coffee shop.
Johan: After I finished the Life Skills school I helped to remodel the building for the coffee shop. I helped with the electrical, plumbing, and in the making of all of the furniture. I've worked at Vagamundo since it opened. Working here has taught me how to be more attentive and to work with joy. I love how we all work as a team and that I've been able to learn so many different things. I really enjoy my job and I look forward to having my own family one day that is unified, learning and growing together like all of us here at Vagamundo.
You can sponsor one of our boys in The D.R. by clicking: Sponsorship
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Progress on our La Escuelita School
We have had a school at La Baliza for our younger boys, as well as children from the community, for several years. Around 27 children attend La Escuelita. Currently the school meets in various locations on the ranch, depending on what is available. It has long been on our wish list to have a building dedicated just for the school.
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Trey, one of our teachers
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Last year, land was cleared and footings were poured. In March a team of thirteen people from Wisconsin spent a week at La Baliza completing the next phase of the school building- building the lower block walls and putting the electrical and plumbing systems in place.
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Students at La Escuelita
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The next phase will be upper wooden walls, and in June, a team from California will put on the roof. Our new school will have four classrooms, bathrooms, and an office. Needless to say, our teachers and students are super excited!
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The Wisconsin team after putting the last block into place
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We have Good News!
We praise the Lord for the 11 boys who are with us, including three new boys at the Lighthouse
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Our younger boys, who live at the Ranch
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Ranch; to God be the Glory!
Esnaider
is the youngest, very witty, smiling, affectionate and responsible with his chores. He is attending preschool in a local school.
Sebastián
is a very affectionate, charismatic and collaborative boy. He is attending the Escuelita School at the Ranch.
Yeiner
is an affectionate boy and likes to play soccer. He is attending the Escuelita School at the Ranch.
Anthony Gabriel
is very intelligent, diligent and responsible with his studies. He is in the second grade in a local school. One of his dreams is to preach the Gospel to street children.
Anthony S
is a collaborative and intelligent boy who cares a lot about his brothers at the Ranch. He is in the second grade in a local school. One of his dreams is to live with his family and share Jesus with them.
Yeison
is a very alert, intelligent and charismatic boy. He is in the second grade in a local school. One of his dreams is to have a family.
Angel
is a very observant, intelligent and proactive boy. He is attending the Escuelita School at the Ranch. One of his dreams is to study at the local school.
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Godson, Anthony, Maikel, Kelvin
who live at Casa de Paso in Caracas
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Our older boys, Kelvin, Maikel, Godson and Anthony, are in the final year of high school and are very excited for their graduation in July. They are involved in some extracurricular activities:
Kelvin attends a refrigeration course on Saturdays and English during the week. He would like to go to University and study Medicine.
Maikel
plays soccer and is taking a first aid, pharmacy and laboratory course on Saturdays. He would like to study Physical Therapy at the University.
Godson plays soccer at the University.
Anthony
is attending a Professional Culinary Arts course.
You can sponsor one of our boys in Venezuela by clicking: Sponsorship
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Prayer Requests from the Boys
Esnaider - For his father to know God
Sebastian - For his family
Yeiner - For his family, for obedience, and for dental work on his teeth
Anthony Gabriel - For his family and for him to be more obedient
Anthony S - For his family, especially his sister Stephanie
Yeison - For obedience
Angel - For his family
Kelvin - For his spiritual life and wisdom
Maikel - For his future studies and soccer
Godson - For his future
Anthony - For wisdom to successfully complete his culinary course
You can sponsor one of our boys in Venezuela by clicking: Sponsorship
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How is the current situation in Venezuela affecting Niños de la Luz?
The situation in our country continues to worsen; human rights such as food, health, basic services and social security are being violated.
It is very difficult to get staple foods and personal hygiene products due to the shortage and hyperinflation that have become more serious. Donations have declined considerably due to this situation.
With regard to health, we can take our children and adolescents to the doctor if necessary, however getting the medications is almost impossible due to the lack of supply.
Finally, the violence and insecurity are affecting the daily life of our boys and activities in both Casa de Paso and the Ranch.
There is no doubt that the first four months of this year have been difficult for us, but what we have lived will help us to improve the quality of care we give these children every day. We will treasure the valuable experiences and teachings that He allowed us to live as we trust in His provision, protection and care.
Please pray for protection and provision for all the boys and staff in Venezuela and for peaceful solutions to the many problems there.
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