Asbury Church
Serving In Belize
January 25, 2025
Community: Caledonia
Partner: Caledonia Full Gospel Church
Staff: Glendy Cho, Melissa Castillo, Chris Reyes
Touchdown in Belize!
by Glendy Cho | January 25, 2025 11:19 PM
We have eagerly awaited Asbury's arrival in Belize. We are incredibly grateful and blessed to be back, serving God's people. As the first PPM group of 2025, we are excited to witness God's mighty power at work in this land."

Arrival in Orange Walk
by Melissa Castillo | January 25, 2025 11:34 PM
We got to travel to Orange Walk and to meet again with Pastor Angel from El Buen Pastor church. We had a great time with him and his wife. We got to hear Pastor testimony of what God did in his life.

Super Sunday Service
by Chris Reyes | January 26, 2025 11:26 PM
What a powerful start to our ministry! Our first church service today was filled with joy as we reconnected with our beloved Belizean family. From uplifting worship to heartfelt prayers, God's presence was undeniably felt. Pastor Harold's inspiring message at El Buen Pastor was a true highlight. This energizing experience fueled our enthusiasm as we embarked on home visits throughout the community, inviting everyone to our upcoming ministry events at El Buen Pastor Church. It was an incredible day!

Caledonia here we come!
by Glendy Cho | January 26, 2025 11:46 PM
We then boarded the bus and headed to Caledonia, where we met our brothers that had been working hard on a construction project. We were warmly welcomed by our sister's from the church, who lovingly prepared lunch for us. After lunch, we went out into the community to distribute invitations for the spa day and the various ministries that will be participating this week we had the privilege to pray for some people. We were blessed to be back.

Food Packaging
by Melissa Castillo | January 26, 2025 11:49 PM
Today we had the opportunity to pack the grocery bags for the two locations that we will be going to.

Night Serving
by Glendy Cho | January 26, 2025 11:51 PM

Assembly Day!
by Glendy Cho | January 27, 2025 4:12 PM
We rose early this morning and began our day with a devotional. We rely on God's Word for strength and guidance, and we're eager to embark on our second full day of ministry. Today, we had the privilege of visiting a primary school and participating in their assembly. It was a truly inspiring way to start our day, witnessing the grace of God shining in the children's eyes.

Spa Day in Orange Walk
by Melissa Castillo | January 27, 2025 4:18 PM
We hosted a relaxing Spa Day at El Buen Pastor church, bringing joy and blessings to all the ladies who attended. They enjoyed foot washes, nail painting, and received a powerful prayer. Each lady left with a smile and a small gift to cherish.

Food Ministry Orange Walk
by Chris Reyes | January 27, 2025 4:27 PM
While the women enjoyed the spa, the Asbury men visited Brother Eddie's family. We shared stories, prayers, and enjoyed some cranberry juice together. A meaningful time of connection and faith.

Ministry in Caledonia
by Glendy Cho | January 27, 2025 5:52 PM
Following a delicious lunch, our ministry continued with a VBS meeting. We also conducted some home visits, reconnecting with friends we had met the previous year.

First Day of VBS
by Melissa Castillo | January 27, 2025 6:08 PM
Our first day of VBS was a success! We had about 86 kids who enjoyed singing, dancing, and games. The highlight was the Bible story about Elijah and the prophets of Baal (1 Kings 18:16-40)

Men's Bible Study
by Chris Reyes | January 27, 2025 8:47 PM
Tonight's men's and women's bible study was a powerful demonstration of Proverbs 27:17 – "As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another." We deepened our understanding of God's Word through insightful discussions and shared insights.

Spa Day in Caledonia
by Melissa Castillo | January 28, 2025 5:02 PM
We hosted a spa day for the ladies of Caledonia. They were delighted to receive pedicures, nail painting, and a small gift. Each lady also received a powerful prayer for all their petitions.

Painting Work
by Chris Reyes | January 28, 2025 6:21 PM
While the women enjoyed their spa day, the men embraced a productive afternoon with a painting project. It was a time of fellowship and hard work, a true testament to the unifying power of God's spirit among us as fellow servants.

Food Ministry
by Melissa Castillo | January 28, 2025 7:16 PM

VBS Day 2
by Chris Reyes | January 28, 2025 7:26 PM
Day 2 was a triumph! The Asbury Church team radiated enthusiasm, receiving 90 incredible children from Caledonia with the inspiring story of Jonah and God's unwavering love and forgiveness. Creative crafts, exciting games, and laughter filled the air, but the most rewarding moments were building meaningful connections with these precious children.

Bible Study
by Glendy Cho | January 28, 2025 8:15 PM
We had the privilege of leading a Bible study for the men and women at El Buen Pastor, where we encouraged and uplifted one another through God's Word. As scripture reminds us, 'Commit your ways to the Lord, and he will make your paths straight.'" (Proverbs 16:3)

FUN UNDER THE SUN!
by Glendy Cho | January 29, 2025 5:11 PM
Our day began with an inspiring devotional based on the book of Esther, followed by a time of reflection and fellowship. After breakfast, we journeyed to Altun Ha, where we immersed ourselves in the fascinating history of the Mayan civilization. It was a truly enriching experience.

Day 3 VBS
by Melissa Castillo | January 29, 2025 6:00 PM
Today at VBS, we had an amazing time learning about 'Jesus Calms the Storm.' We enjoyed the songs and the games. Meanwhile, the guys were working on the construction project.

Breaking Bread
by Chris Reyes | January 29, 2025 11:01 PM
From an exciting day to an inspiring night. Breaking bread with families from Caledonia was wonderful, but their stories of God's faithfulness were truly moving. What a blessing to share in their testimonies.

Ministering in Orange Walk
by Chris Reyes | January 30, 2025 12:49 PM

Last Day of VBS
by Melissa Castillo | January 30, 2025 11:16 PM
We had our last day of VBS, and all the kids enjoyed the fun activities. We all learned the story of Lydia selling her purple clothes. We were so happy to see the big smiles on the kids' faces as they left with gifts. It wasn't a goodbye, but a 'see you soon'.

Fun day
by Melissa Castillo | January 31, 2025 11:04 PM
Over the past few days, we've been ministering in Orange Walk and Caledonia, filling our spiritual lives by serving the Lord and His people. We took a day trip to Caye Caulker, which was a fun little earthly reward, but we know our greatest reward comes from the Lord. We held our closing meeting, which was a wonderful way to end our last full day in Belize.

YOYO For Jesus!
by Glendy Cho | February 1, 2025 10:34 PM
This was an amazing week in Belize! We reconnected with each other, ministered to others, and worshipped God together in so many ways. Today we return home, but our mission continues. This isn't goodbye, Belize, it's see you later!

Continue Your Impact
by Praying Pelican Missions | February 1, 2025 11:57 PM
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Wendy Zimmick
January 28, 2025 9:06 PM
God bless you all as you hit mid-week in your ministry in Belize! Praying that the Lord continues to give you strength and joy as you bless those you serve this week!