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$900 for a HOUSE?!?!

It's unbelievable to imagine that a house for a family in the rural village of Jocotillo is a mere $850-$900.  Now, this is not what us westerners would consider a house.  We probably wouldn't even consider keeping a pet in this kind of shelter; however, these houses mean more than we (I!!!) can ever understand.  What I do know is that when families receive these homes as gifts, the tears flow and many come to their knees in gratitude for what the Lord has provided for them.



Our dear friends and family, and even people in the community we don't know, have been giving us returnable cans and bottles (10 cents/each) for months and months.  These collections have raised over $1000!  We are able to donate a house for a mom in need while we serve at Casa Bernabe.  Not only that, a friend saw the cost of a house and felt moved to donate an entire house; therefore, we will be able to donate TWO HOUSES!

With the extra money, we will also be able to provide some nourishment for the villagers - rice, beans, and corn.

We are hoping that Caleb will be able to participate in building one of the houses this year.

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  1. AnonymousDecember 26, 2023 at 7:17 PM

    Praise God!!! More houses Lord! Thank you for how you love your people!

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