When we look back at 2019, we can only say "Thank You, Lord." He blessed us beyond measure with so many who prayed, came to serve and gave financially. Here are just a few of the ways we count our blessings:
IN 2019:
- 785 team members came to Nicaragua to share the Gospel and be God's feet and hands to families suffering from poverty
- 42 homes were built for children and families (that's almost one per week)
- 20 latrines were constructed to provide better hygiene
- A new church was constructed in the May 28 Barrio near Leon
- A new church was planted in the La Paz Barrio
- 5 of our churches received enhancements and reconstruction with additional space, flooring and more
- 2,250 food bags were distributed by team members
- 315,000+ meals were served
- 18 CCM Pastors were provided with monthly financial support
- 35 church leaders were trained in our Pacific Bible Institute
- Child Sponsorship increased from 418 to 701 children who received monthly family-sized food bags, weekly discipleship Bible Clubs, uniforms, school supplies and shoes
- 350 children not in our sponsorship program received The Yellow Backpack with uniforms, shoes, school supplies, and a Bible
- 3 Feeding stations were built in our churches
- 5 Sunday School classrooms and 3 playgrounds were constructed for children
- 2 Fresh Water Wells were drilled bringing much-needed water to thirsty barrios
FOR 2020:
- New Medical Ministry begins Feb. 1st for sponsored children and medical mission teams with Medical Director, Dr. Ariana Cordero
- The goal of 300 new sponsored children, bringing the total to 1,000!
- Continued expansion at our new Church in the La Paz Barrio
- Additional construction of homes, and latrines
- Thousands of more meals to children and families
- Expand training of Pastors and church leaders in our Pacific Bible Institute
- Send even MORE team members to serve our churches in barrio and minister to the needy
- Continue expansion of CCM Ministry in Costa Rica
AND WHATEVER ELSE GOD DESIRES!
"I pray that the faith you share with us may deepen your understanding of every blessing that belongs to you in Christ." Philemon 1:6
In Christ,
Wallace Nix
Executive Director
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Imagine you live in a Nicaraguan barrio with no running water or electricity. You have little to no access to healthcare. You have no funds for transportation or medicines.
Now imagine your child is sick. Your 6-year-old son is feverish, trembling and says 'I don't feel good.' Imagine your elderly mom has stopped eating. She doesn't have the strength to sit up in bed. You don't know what to do.
It's hard to comprehend, right?
Thankfully, CCM has many medical teams each year to come to serve here in Nicaragua, but our vision is to provide on-going medical care to the children in our sponsorship program and families in the barrios.
We are excited to announce Dr. Ariana Cordero as our new CCM Medical Missions Director! Ariana will host medical teams throughout the year, help launch new medical initiatives for sponsored children and serve teams as a translator.
WILL YOU JOIN THE MOVEMENT to bring sustainable medical care to the poorest of communities in Nicaragua?
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"This week in Nicaragua left me completely speechless..."
Ashlynn
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Just a few weeks ago, we were blessed to serve a team of high school students from Johnson Ferry Christian Academy. Ashlynn was a part of this team, and it was indeed a Life-Changing Mission Experience:
"This week in Nicaragua left me completely speechless. It’s so crazy to see how two completely different groups that live 1500 miles apart can be brought together with so much love to worship one incredible God!! There’s truly nothing better than serving the Lord and loving on some little kiddos. I am so so beyond thankful and blessed for all the hugs, cheesy dances, rice & beans, lessons learned, breathtaking views, and most of all, the opportunity to serve Jesus!!"
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HAVE YOU BOOKED YOUR 2020 MISSION TRIP YET?
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2020 is looking great for visiting mission teams to Nicaragua as we welcome Churches, Universities, and Businesses from South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, Florida, Illinois, Alabama, Georgia, Texas, Ohio, Arizona, Kentucky, Tennessee, Oklahoma, and more!
We have several open weeks for your team. Contact us today for more info! darrell@ccm.life or 864-599-0067
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