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Jersey Church

Serving In Puerto Rico
October 19, 2024
Community: Mayaguez
Partner: Iglesia Bautista Emanuel
Staff: Jose David Figueroa Rivera, Daphne Hiraldo

Staff!

by Daphne Hiraldo | October 19, 2024 5:38 PM

We are ready to receive Jersey Church! We are so excited to get to know all the team and serve the Lord alongside them! 

Staff!

Arrival!

by Daphne Hiraldo | October 19, 2024 5:40 PM

We have made it to Puerto Rico! We are now headed to our lodging that is two hours away. We are so excited to be here! 
Arrival!

Orientation Meeting!

by Daphne Hiraldo | October 19, 2024 9:51 PM

We have arrived to Mayaguez! Tonight, we are taking some time to discuss some safety guidelines and the itinerary for the week. We are so excited to see what God has in store for us this week! 

Orientation Meeting!

Pastor Israel and Claribel Greetings

by Jose David Figueroa Rivera | October 19, 2024 10:09 PM

As we conducted our orientation meeting, pastor Israel and Claribel gave us a warm welcome! 

Pastor Israel and Claribel Greetings

Ready to Worship

by Jose David Figueroa Rivera | October 20, 2024 9:13 AM

It's Sunday morning and after a good night's rest and a delicious breakfast, we are ready to worship with the Emanuel Baptist Church.
Ready to Worship

The name of Jesus!

by Jose David Figueroa Rivera | October 20, 2024 9:33 AM


Testimonies!

by Jose David Figueroa Rivera | October 20, 2024 9:48 AM

One of our students got to share his testimony about how God came to his life in a moment were he felt empty and without purpose and how God has given the purpose he needed in his life and has felt God's call to ministry in his life. 

Testimonies!

Unity in the Spirit

by Jose David Figueroa Rivera | October 20, 2024 10:00 AM

We got to hear a great message from Pastor Tyler Morgan from our group about the importance of unity in Christ.  We read Ephesians chapter four that talked about how to live in unity in the spirit. One body, one spirit, one faith, one baptism and one God and father that lives in all of us. 
Unity in the Spirit

Pastoral Family!

by Daphne Hiraldo | October 20, 2024 7:03 PM

After an amazing lunch, we are taking some time to get to know pastor Israel and his family. It’s a blessing being able to meet them and share with them. 

Pastoral Family!

Plaza Colón!

by Daphne Hiraldo | October 20, 2024 7:10 PM

This afternoon we are at Plaza Colón doing a prayer walk. We are handing out salvation plans and bracelets, and praying over those who want it like this family. 
Plaza Colón!

Rex Ice Cream!

by Daphne Hiraldo | October 20, 2024 7:12 PM

To cool down after our prayer walk, we are enjoying some delicious ice cream. 
Rex Ice Cream!

Romans 12: 1-2

by Daphne Hiraldo | October 20, 2024 7:17 PM

Tonight we are having some time of worship and devotion. We are taking some time to reflect on how God moved in us and through us as we reflected his living sacrifice today. 

Romans 12: 1-2

Painting!

by Daphne Hiraldo | October 21, 2024 5:32 PM

This morning we are painting at Iglesia Bautista Emanuel. It’s amazing being able to beautify their place of worship. 

Painting!

Loading up!

by Daphne Hiraldo | October 21, 2024 6:36 PM

This afternoon we are taking some time to help load the groceries we will be handing out at the university.  It’s amazing being part of such a beautiful ministry. 

Loading up!

Grocery Distribution!

by Daphne Hiraldo | October 21, 2024 6:39 PM

Today we are at Universidad de Puerto Rico Recinto de Mayaguez better known as El Colegio. We are handing out groceries, getting to know the students and praying over their petitions. 

Grocery Distribution!

Pressure Washing!

by Daphne Hiraldo | October 22, 2024 2:07 PM

This morning we are doing some small projects around the church. We are pressure washing the outside of the church and getting it ready to be painted. 

Pressure Washing!

Pastor’s Office!

by Daphne Hiraldo | October 22, 2024 2:13 PM

This morning we are also taking some time to refresh the pastoral office. At the same time we are clearing up the parking lot and painting the outside wall of the church. 
Pastor’s Office!

University Tour!

by Daphne Hiraldo | October 22, 2024 6:56 PM

This afternoon we are touring the university. We are getting to know their  different faculties and taking the time to pray over their staff. 

University Tour!

Prayer Service!

by Daphne Hiraldo | October 22, 2024 6:59 PM

Tonight we are leading the prayer service at Iglesia Bautista Emanuel. It’s a blessing being able to worship and pray to the Lord despite the language barriers. 
Prayer Service!

Time of Prayer

by Jose David Figueroa Rivera | October 23, 2024 12:05 PM

As we are wrapping up the service, we are now praying in circles for people we know that don't know Christ, and for those people we met on Monday at Pan y Vida ministry and their prayer requests.

Time of Prayer

Campus Ministry Evangelism

by Jose David Figueroa Rivera | October 23, 2024 12:08 PM

Today we are walking around the campus of the University of Mayaguez. We are taking this opportunity to talk to students and ask them where they're from and what they think of God as a way to lead them into conversation about what it means to have a relationship with Jesus. We are having great conversations with the students on campus and our students.
Campus Ministry Evangelism

Hogar Jesus de Nazaret

by Jose David Figueroa Rivera | October 23, 2024 7:17 PM

In the afternoon, part of our group stayed behind finishing some painting projects, while a small group of us got the opportunity to visit an orphanage to bless the kids with songs, magic tricks, but most importantly, the word of God. 

Hogar Jesus de Nazaret

Youth Night!

by Jose David Figueroa Rivera | October 24, 2024 7:32 AM

We are starting our youth night and we are excited to spend time with the youth of the church. 

Youth Night!

Head Shoulder Knees... Cup!!

by Jose David Figueroa Rivera | October 24, 2024 8:27 AM

We are enjoying this youth night and right now we are playing a game with our youth where we yell out head, shoulders, knees and then cup and we have to grab the cup before the other opponent. 

Head Shoulder Knees... Cup!!

Bridges to Evangelism

by Jose David Figueroa Rivera | October 24, 2024 8:30 AM

We are hearing from our youth pastor Tyler Morgan where we are talking about using bridges to transition from everyday conversations to spiritual conversations using history, sports and other topics we can use to steer the conversation to Jesus.
Bridges to Evangelism

Praising the Lord in Puerto Rican culture

by Jose David Figueroa Rivera | October 24, 2024 8:38 AM


Making Breakfast!

by Daphne Hiraldo | October 25, 2024 12:45 AM

This morning we are preparing breakfast for the pastor, his wife and the members of the church. This is our way of saying thank you for all of their hospitality and for preparing our meals. 

Making Breakfast!

Elderly Center!

by Daphne Hiraldo | October 25, 2024 12:48 AM

After our delicious breakfast we are at the elderly center. We are getting to know the people of this beautiful place as we paint with them and learn about the prodigal son. We are also taking the opportunity to play dominoes, dance for them and share some donations. 
Elderly Center!

Beach and Souvenirs!

by Daphne Hiraldo | October 25, 2024 12:53 AM

This afternoon we are enjoying some recreation time. We are enjoying the beautiful beach of Boquerón and shopping for souvenirs at the Mayaguez plaza. It’s  a blessing being able to rest and relax after a week full of amazing ministry. 
Beach and Souvenirs!

Don Maceta!

by Daphne Hiraldo | October 25, 2024 12:54 AM

For our last dinner in Puerto Rico we are at the Don Maceta Restaurant. We are enjoying and trying some traditional Puerto Rican dishes. 
Don Maceta!

Final Meeting!

by Daphne Hiraldo | October 25, 2024 12:57 AM

Tonight we are saying goodbye to the pastoral family and taking the opportunity to pray over them. At the same time we are having our last team meeting where we are affirming one another.  This week has been Spirit led and we are going home filled with the Holy Spirit and eager to share our stories. God is great!

Final Meeting!

Continue Your Impact

by Praying Pelican Missions | October 25, 2024 11:57 PM

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October 23, 2024 8:12 AM

Praying for your team and appreciated this update! Blessings!

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October 22, 2024 10:05 AM

Praying for you all. Hailey Neal is my niece. So proud of you all. Changing lives?

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October 20, 2024 7:50 AM

Thank you for the updates! We are praying for you all!

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