Nestled in the remote mountains of northern El Salvador sits a beautiful and vibrant little town called La Palma. As of four years ago, the Lord’s church did not even exist in this little town. The closest church was an hour’s drive away. Thanks to the efforts of some brethren from Monett and Mt. Vernon, Missouri, the church has been established there and has been growing ever since. Today, the church is alive and strong with a regular Sunday attendance of more than 75 brethren and friends, two full time preachers, and now, a K-4 Christian school!
I was blessed to be able to return to El Salvador in March to help with the evangelism effort there, as well as, to assist in other works.
The main effort in La Palma is to save souls. One way of doing this is by raising up a generation in the Way of the Lord. This became a reality with the new Christian Academy that already has 66 students! The children of La Palma are so special and very eager to learn.
It is absolutely thrilling to see children reciting Bible verses in class after just studying science. It is heart warming to hear them singing songs about Jesus before they begin their math lessons. Oh yes, and they begin their day with a class prayer! What a joy to see such eagerness to make God a part of learning!
I will post more about La Palma in the future!
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