In December of 2023, Pastor Juan Carlos and members of his church heard of an elderly woman in their neighborhood named Crescencia who was living in a home without a proper roof, subjecting her to rain and sun as she lay sick in bed. Her adult children, Osminia and Marcos, lived with her. None of them were believers. 

HOPE Coffee decided to partner with Pastor Juan Carlos in building a new roof for Crescencia and her family. When Juan Carlos arrived with volunteers from his church, Marcos, Osminia and two of Crescencia’s unbelieving neighbors also offered to help. Throughout the process of replacing the roof, Juan and the team from his church shared the gospel with the group. By the end of the project, Crescencia’s home had a new roof, and five people had new life in Christ, including Crescencia, her children, and both of her neighbors! 

This month HOPE Coffee learned that Crescencia recently passed away, and Marcos lost an eye and is struggling with dizziness. However, the same local church continues to show up and show the love of Jesus. They visit Marcos often to bring him food and teach him about Scripture. Osminia visits the church each Sunday and continues to grow in her faith, as well.

Join us in praying for Marcos and Osminia as they grow in their faith! And praise the Lord with us that Crescencia is with her Savior!