Many in the United States know lives of safety and peace, but it is a different story for our neighbors south of our border. Rampant cartel violence combined with poverty conditions have made the lives of many of Mexico’s citizens a struggle and put them at risk. It is thanks to the brave efforts of police officers and other First responders that the people can continue to live their lives to the fullest, helping to relieve them of some of the fear they face. Sadly, many of these heroes put themselves in danger all the time, and some don’t make it back.
Maricela was the wife of one of these fallen heroes. Her husband was killed a few months ago while protecting others, and even more heartbreaking was that one of their children was there to witness it. Maricela and her family were devastated by the loss, with very little hope without their husband and father.
One of our ministry partners knew her story, and brought her to our Chaplains ministry, where we have helped many heroes and survivors find hope again through the Lord. Through the guidance of our chaplains, her and her children were able to find hope again, and have begun attending church while she also attends the woman’s bible study. She has been so moved by the love and compassion of our Chaplains that she herself has begun one on one discipling with our chaplain Jessica. Her hope is that she can reach out to other widows and those struggling with the loss of their loved ones, and minister to them the same way as she has been ministered to.
The violence of the world is unlikely to be stopped anytime soon, but the purpose of our mission is to minister to those who need it, so that the heroes who protect others are refreshed and restored, while they can know those they may one day leave behind will be comforted by the Lord in their grief. The Lord draws close to the broken hearted, and we strive to be the arms that reach out and hold those who are lost.
Please continue to pray for Maricela and her family, in addition to our chaplains like Jessica that they continue the work God has called them to. Our chaplains program is critical to Anchored International’s work in Mexico to share and spread the Gospel and the hope of Jesus Christ. If you are lead to contribute to our efforts in Mexico, you can reach out to our Chaplains program donation page.
Thank you all for your continued support, continue to pray for our chaplains as they go out and serve. God Bless!
