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USA Ambassador Pageant Volunteers

Serving In Puerto Rico
May 25, 2024
Community: San Juan
Partner: Iglesia Metodista Carlos Wesley
Staff: Heather Rivera Gonzalez, Daphne Hiraldo

Ready to Serve!

by Heather Rivera Gonzalez | May 25, 2024 7:59 PM

We're ready to receive the USA Ambassador Pageant Volunteers in Puerto Rico! We are so excited to see how God will work this week.

Ready to Serve!

We're Here!

by Heather Rivera Gonzalez | May 25, 2024 8:07 PM

After a long day of traveling, 8 out of 9 of us have arrived on this beautiful island! After we settled into our lodging, we went to Walmart for some supplies and some sweet treats. Now we are ready to rest up for the start of our week tomorrow!
We're Here!

Sunday Service!

by Daphne Hiraldo | May 26, 2024 9:22 AM

After an amazing breakfast, we are joining the congregation of Iglesia Metodista Carlos Wesley in their worship service. We are so blessed to be able to praise the Lord with this congregation despite the cultural and language differences. 

Sunday Service!

Singing Hymns!

by Heather Rivera Gonzalez | May 26, 2024 1:17 PM


Out in the Community!

by Daphne Hiraldo | May 26, 2024 5:07 PM

After service, we are taking some time to walk around the community. We are taking the chance to promote the pampering activity we will be doing for the elderly tomorrow and a VBS that will be held at the church later this summer. It’s a blessing being able to get to know this amazing community.

Out in the Community!

Thank you, God!

by Heather Rivera Gonzalez | May 26, 2024 7:55 PM

As we wrap up our Sunday with an Old San Juan visit and evening meeting, we give thanks to God for allowing us this opportunity to serve Him in so many unique ways. Our time is best spent in His presence!

Thank you, God!

Pampering Day!

by Heather Rivera Gonzalez | May 27, 2024 9:40 AM

This morning we are pampering the ladies of the community in Iglesia Metodista Carlos Wesley. We are painting nails, giving hand massages and face masks, and doing makeup!

Pampering Day!

Pampering Day Video!

by Heather Rivera Gonzalez | May 27, 2024 12:49 PM


Painting!

by Daphne Hiraldo | May 27, 2024 3:46 PM

This afternoon we are painting at the church’s parsonage. We are so happy to be blessing pastor David and his fiancé in this way since they will be moving in to this place after their wedding. 

Painting!

Painting - Day 2!

by Heather Rivera Gonzalez | May 28, 2024 12:51 PM

This morning we are continuing to paint the parsonage! We are hoping to finish by the afternoon!

Painting - Day 2!

Organizing!

by Heather Rivera Gonzalez | May 28, 2024 7:01 PM

As some of us are wrapping up the painting, others are helping organize a few items around the church. As the church receives many donations, some of them can get piled up. We are glad to be of help in this area!

Organizing!

A Rewarding Week

by Heather Rivera Gonzalez | May 28, 2024 7:04 PM

We have a couple of mother-daughter duos serving this week! It has been rewarding to see our relationships blossom in a new environment.
A Rewarding Week

Prayer Service!

by Daphne Hiraldo | May 28, 2024 7:51 PM

We are wrapping up the day by joining the congregation of Iglesia Metodista Carlos Wesley in their prayer service. We have been praying over the world, island, kids, youth and pastors under the verse Philippians 4:13. We are so blessed to be part of such a beautiful experience. 

Prayer Service!

New Horizons

by Heather Rivera Gonzalez | May 29, 2024 11:20 AM

This morning we are joining hands with Hogar Nuevo Horizonte, which is a home for women seeking shelter from abuse or other hard situations. After worshiping together in English and Spanish, we are pampering the women with hand massages and painted nails.

New Horizons

Praying over Pastor David and Marielys!

by Daphne Hiraldo | May 29, 2024 2:55 PM

Before we go enjoy the beach we are taking some time to pray over pastor David and Marielys. We are praying that the Lord continues guiding them as they do ministry and that He fills them with blessings as they embark on their new journey.

Praying over Pastor David and Marielys!

Beach Time!

by Heather Rivera Gonzalez | May 29, 2024 7:26 PM

After days of hot, hard work, we are relaxing on the beach! We brought our sashes and crowns for a quick photoshoot before dinner.

Beach Time!

Dig in!

by Heather Rivera Gonzalez | May 29, 2024 7:32 PM

Pizza fills our plates tonight as we enjoy a time of fellowship in Old San Juan for one last time. We are so thankful for all of the ways we got to serve together this week!
Dig in!

Thankful

by Heather Rivera Gonzalez | May 30, 2024 4:59 PM

We are so thankful for all of the wonderful people who have made this week possible, especially Pastor Diego for providing us with lodging as well as the cooks who help feed us breakfast and dinner. God is good!


Hasta Luego!

by Heather Rivera Gonzalez | May 30, 2024 5:07 PM

As we prepare to return home, we reflect on this week. Our lives will never be the same. See you later, Puerto Rico!
Hasta Luego!

Continue Your Impact

by Praying Pelican Missions | May 30, 2024 11:57 PM

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Comments

Tom Breene

May 26, 2024 6:07 PM

Enjoy your time in Puerto Rico, Krinna and Brooklyn!!

Judy Breene

May 25, 2024 8:09 PM

Glad to see my girls are safe and sound!

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