National Missionaries

“Love is a lot like a toothache,” George Burns said. “It doesn’t show up on X-rays, but you know it’s there.” It is better to begin the introduction of Beatriz (Betty) Valdés with a light-hearted quote than one about trying to manage the pain of a broken heart. She is, after all, filled with joy… Read More»

Do you prefer your salmon pan-seared or grilled? Among the many health benefits of eating salmon are its high B vitamins (which help your brain and nervous system), it’s a great source of protein (protecting bone health) and can even help in lowering the risk of heart disease. Another benefit: it tastes great! Chile is… Read More»

It’s a bit strange for us to think of a radio station broadcasting part of its signal into the jungles of Peru. But radiolatinasisa.com has been serving the people of El Dorado, or doradinos (golden) and those living in the jungle for over 22 years. Juan Luis Vasquez Mora is one of LOGOI’s Five Dollar… Read More»

Vladimir Bravo Miguel from Chiapas, México Few of us remember getting our first pair of shoes. Researchers claim most of can’t remember much of anything before the age of three. But Vladimir Bravo Miguel remembers his first pair. He was twelve. Vladimir is one of our amazing National Missionaries. Here is his story: “I was… Read More»

It would be difficult to find the Nicaraguan barrio of Sutiaba on any “must visit” travel guides. It’s number one attraction is a restored Catholic Church originally built in the 1530s. The city is best known as an “indigenous stronghold.” About 49,000 people live there. But in this little barrio lives Eva Navarro, a rather remarkable lady we… Read More»

When you think of Cancun, México, beautiful beaches and magnificent resorts may come to mind. When we think of Cancún, we see something far more beautiful. We think of a little church where Pastor Neri and his wife, Leydy, serve just beyond the beautiful resorts. Visiting their home and church, you would never believe such opulence… Read More»

Luis Alejandro Alvarado Dolly knows how to get around in a dugout canoe. He’s been navigating through a maze of Amazon River tributaries in the northern part of Peru his entire life. More often than not, he’s using these impressive hollowed-out tree trunks to deliver the Good News to villagers in the jungles of Peru.… Read More»

“May we have permission to use some of your Bible materials for prison inmates?” So began an email from Donna Wohlfert with Source of Light International Ministries based in Madison, Georgia. She went on to explain they were ministering to a group of Hispanic inmates, some who are frequently released and sent back to their respective… Read More»

Have you ever met a person with a seemingly perpetual smile? We have! His name is Pastor Jonathan Paucar [pronounced, “Pow-car”]. His friendly smile and gracious spirit are both magnetic and enigmatic, leading some to wonder,  “Why is that guy always so happy?” But his answer is simple: “Jesus!” Born in Peru, Jonathan was baptized at the… Read More»

Meet José Yimmy Peña Caicedo from Valle del Cauca, Colombia. That’s right, “Yimmy.” José Yimmy was on his way to making a name for himself in professional soccer when a devastating hip injury brought it all to a crashing halt. He played forward for the “Patriotas,” “Total Chalaco,” and “Sport Ancash” in his all too short… Read More»