One year ago I stood and prayed in an empty field that is now home to the first evangelical church and Hope Center in Jima, Ecuador. The second photo was taken during the laying of the foundation by Hope Crossings Church.
Some incredibly hardworking teams have helped make this possible. These teams have opened so many doors for the gospel to be shared.
Pictures 3 and 4 show the current condition of the building. There are no walls, electricity, or bathrooms, but as you can see in picture 5, a very small group of believers is now gathering in their new home, despite the circumstances.
There is much to be done to finish the construction of the building and furnish it.
Jima has the highest suicide rate in all of Ecuador.
There is little hope here, but we are seeing Jesus and His church be a light in the darkness.