Nurturing Bonds of Faith and Love

For the past six months, 20 dedicated members of our church have been meeting on Monday nights to share a joyful meal and engage in meaningful discussions. These gatherings aim to transform our church to resemble the early Christian church model, going beyond the traditional Sunday service. Through these interactions, we are fostering a deeper sense of Christian love and unity, strengthening our bonds as a community of Jesus' followers.

Some members have found these Monday night fellowships to be more impactful and meaningful than our Sunday morning gatherings. This deeper connection is helping us transition from a congregation that only gathers for Sunday events to one that truly embodies supportive and loving relationships. As a result, our church is steadily growing into a close-knit community dedicated to expanding our outreach in Heredia.

Special Visit from Baxter Faculty

From May 24 to May 27, we were blessed by the visit of Ronny and Yariel, esteemed faculty members from Baxter Institute. Ronny, the Dean of Admissions and a professor, and Yariel, a professor of music and choir director, greatly uplifted the spirits of our community. Their visit had a significant impact on the churches in Heredia, Calle Blancos, and Santa Cecilia, as well as on longtime workers Juan and Gloria García. They also connected with alumni Carlos Delgado.

In Heredia, Ronny and Yariel conducted two singing workshops: one on Friday evening and another on Saturday afternoon, which brought together members from both Heredia and Calle Blancos. On Sunday, they led Sunday School, Worship Singing, and delivered the Sermon to more than 100 members of the church. In the afternoon, they extended their ministry to Santa Cecilia, leading Worship Singing and sharing God's Word.

Their dedication continued on Monday, where they ministered to a group of twenty elderly people at a daytime care center. They were hosted by the church in Heredia and engaged with families with special needs, creating opportunities for Bible study and further ministry. Additionally, they interviewed potential students and gained valuable insights into the Lord's work in Costa Rica. A notable highlight of their visit was a meeting with the Director of Escuela Ecuménica de Ciencias y de la Religión at Universidad Nacional, exploring further training opportunities for Baxter graduates.

Ronny and Yariel's visit not only enriched our church community but also deepened our personal friendships. Their encouragement and support were particularly uplifting for me and my wife, Roxana. We are deeply thankful for the high spiritual and professional qualities they demonstrated during their time with us.

These experiences underscore the importance of our continued efforts to build a church community that embodies the love and unity of early Christians, while also expanding our outreach and ministry in Heredia. Thank you for your unwavering support, and I look forward to sharing more success stories in the upcoming quarters.

In His service,

Carlos and Roxana Ulate

Missionaries, Bammel church of Christ, Heredia, Costa Rica