March News: Connecting, learning & celebrating!

Cherished Time with Friends

We kicked off March with some amazing friends visiting, volunteering, and interning here in Mexico!

We were thrilled to welcome one of our board members and good friends, Bill Baldwin. He helped with beautification projects at our community clinic here in Reynosa and spent time fellowshipping with the team; plus, he cooked up some delicious burgers for everyone!

Faith Ministry strives to cultivate a strong community of friendships and families, as they are at the heart of everything we do. Building relationships and walking alongside one another is just as important as the work we accomplish together. When friends and family visit us here in Mexico it remind us of the joy and impact Christ doing to unite all of us together!

Give a Big Welcome to Our Intern Ryan!

We’re excited to welcome our new spring intern, Ryan Johnson, to the team at Faith Ministry! Ryan has previously served here in Reynosa during the fall of 2024 and 2025 alongside his home church, The Church at Perry Creek, in Raleigh, NC.

During his time with us, Ryan will be assisting with a variety of projects across the ministry, and we’re grateful to have him here through July. He has a strong passion for serving others in whatever capacity that may look like, and we’re thrilled to have him as part of the team.

A Fun Time With Our Friends From Covenant

We had such an amazing time with our friends at Covenant Presbyterian in Malvern, Pennsylvania. From hanging out with the kiddos of the Garcia Hernandez family, to laying block and pouring a roof this team was filled with so much joy and excitement every day.

Their strong hands and hearts helped to build Casa #5, alongside serving in our other programs such as delivering groceries, visiting Naranjito and helping out with our nutrition program.

If you’re interested in joining us in Mexico, we still have spots available later this year. We would love to partner with you! Check out our schedule and info online and get in touch with Colleen if you’d like to know more.

Physical Health Workshop

Dr. Alondra and Nurse Juli recently hosted a physical health workshop for our staff and volunteers, providing educational and practical ways to invest in our health. The health and longevity of Faith Ministry’s staff and volunteers is always a top priority. Our goal is to ensure a holistic approach for the well-being of our ministry, addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

We are grateful for the expertise of our medical staff and look forward to our next workshop in the future!

Our Growing Spiritual Growth Program

Our Spiritual Growth team wrapped up the month with a weekend full of events. Ten of our members attended the Berea Youth Conference, hosted by the Berea Bible Institute in Monterrey, Nuevo León. The central theme of the conference, Abba, focused on Romans 8:15 and the profound truth that we are all adopted into God’s family and can call out to Him as Abba, Father. Our youth enjoyed meaningful experiences in team building, worship, and fellowship. We are incredibly grateful to the Berea Bible Institute for their guidance and partnership with Faith Ministry.

The fun didn’t stop there! While some of our members were in Monterrey, back in Reynosa the rest of our Spiritual Growth family had the joy of celebrating the marriage of Keyla and Angel. It is always a wonderful opportunity to honor a young couple and their commitment to grow together in marriage. What an amazing weekend, and we look forward to more events and celebrations as we enter Holy Week.

Celebrating our Favorites!

Here at Faith Ministry, we love to celebrate, and this month, we had the joy of recognizing Lucia and Julio, who both have birthdays in March. We are incredibly thankful for them and for their commitment to serving at Faith Ministry.

Please join us in celebrating these two individuals and keeping them in your prayers as we wish them a happy birthday.

Prayer Requests

We believe in the power of prayer, so please join us in praying for:

For Deneise, mother of Ann Frances, for strengthened physical health following her recent time in the hospital
For Vicki, mother of our executive director David, for her continued health
For Sergio, our staff member, for his physical health and for continued prayers for answers and peace
For Margarita, mother of our office manager Sandra, whose cancer has returned and who recently lost her last surviving sister
For Maria de Jesus, the wife of Luz, our construction supervisor in Miguel Alemán, who is dealing with health issues
For Imelda, mother of our spiritual growth staff member Montejano, for her continued health

“Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.”
Romans 12:12

Mission Trip for All – Summer 2026!

All are welcome to join us in Reynosa, Mexico, June 17-21, 2026, to share and show the love of Jesus to our brothers and sisters in Mexico.

There will be a variety of activities for volunteers, including distributing grocery packages, helping with children’s programs, building a house, and more, so there is something for EVERYONE! All ages, any level of physical capabilities, everyone is welcome.

Dates: Wednesday, June 17, to Sunday, June 21, 2026

Get yourself to McAllen, TX, by 5:30pm on Wednesday, June 17 (plane, train, or automobile!), and we’ll take care of the rest

Cost: $275* (includes $50 nonrefundable registration fee) – cost includes your lodging Wed-Sat in Reynosa, your transportation to and around Mexico, your meals plus water & ice in Mexico, additional supplies, and a t-shirt of your choice!

*We are thankful to Mission Presbytery and their Serve Committee, as their support of this experience makes it more accessible to folks who want to come and be God’s hands and feet in Mexico!

REGISTER HERE: faithministry.org/mission-trip-for-all

Whether you want to try out a Faith Ministry trip for the first time, scout it out for your group back home, or you’ve been before and want to come back, this trip is for you!

Questions? Email Colleen at colleen@faithministry.org.

Looking for a Summer Internship?

Applications are still open for our College Leadership Program this summer!

All high school graduates and college students (at least 18+) who are eager to serve in Mexico with us this summer are invited to apply!

Projects you will be a part of include assisting in leading short-term mission trips, engaging with people in our community, and serve along side us as we make a difference one at a time!

Next Steps:
1. Submit your completed application online by April 10th, 2026.
2. Let us know when you are coming to serve with us. We have a 12-week summer with availability starting May 8th and ending on August 1st. Minimum time of serving is three weeks.
3. An informal virtual interview as part of the application process so we can get to know you better!

Don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have. Summer is right around the corner; apply today!