Visiting the Churches

Since arriving in Chiapas, Chuck Shawver and I have visited a number of churches and communities.

Some of the highlights.

Guaquitepec

• Getsemani Iglesia is a thriving congregation near Ocosingo. Four brothers make up their leadership team with Pastor Alonzo serving as the teaching pastor.
• They are trying to purchase land for a youth activity center/area.

Tacuba Nueva

• Tacuba was heavily damaged by floods a number of years ago. OGHS (One Great Hour of Sharing) helped rebuild many of the homes that were destroyed by the flood.
• The church is trying to finish a new building. They tore down their old structure in order to build the new one so they are worshiping in an open air structure.
• One of the great moments was the girls of the church singing a song they learned from a Mission Team from Illinois. 

Yajalon

• Yajalon is a good size city  near Ocosingo. Their streets would be comparable to San Francisco, just not as wide.
• The Alfa and Omega church has started a number of churches in the area.
• They are currently working with two missions and are planning to build a retreat center just outside the city.