Bethel University
Serving In Belize
March 8, 2025
Community: San Lazaro
Partner: San Lazaro Pentecostal Church
Staff: Junior Lopez, Reina Gonzalez
Arrival
by Junior Lopez | March 8, 2025 10:10 PM
First Meal in Belize
by Junior Lopez | March 8, 2025 10:11 PM
Arrival at Campsite
by Junior Lopez | March 8, 2025 10:53 PM
Meeting Pastora Eriselda Moguel
by Junior Lopez | March 8, 2025 10:56 PM
Sunday School
by Junior Lopez | March 9, 2025 4:04 PM
We started the day with a devotion. After the devotion we had delicious pancakes for breakfast. We helped the local Sunday school teachers with Sunday school and we did a skit for the kids to see. What an awesome morning we had getting to know the kids of the church .
Skit for Sunday School
by Junior Lopez | March 9, 2025 4:08 PM
Skit of when Peter and Jesus walked on water. The kids did enjoy .
Helping in the Kitchen
by Junior Lopez | March 9, 2025 4:12 PM
Nolan and some others helped serve lunch. Lunch was so delicious. We enjoyed it. What an amazing week we are having.
Packing Groceries Bags
by Junior Lopez | March 9, 2025 4:26 PM
More Packing of Groceries
by Junior Lopez | March 9, 2025 4:27 PM
More Packaging Photos
by Junior Lopez | March 9, 2025 4:28 PM
Sunday Church Service
by Junior Lopez | March 10, 2025 12:50 AM
Our first church service was awesome. We got to worship the Lord together with brothers and sisters from the church and sing songs. The Word of God was so touching. We are excited to see what else God has in store.
Home Visits!
by Reina Gonzalez | March 10, 2025 4:28 PM
It's another sunny and bright day here in San Lazaro! We started up with going into people's homes to share God's love through some food bags and also praying for them and their families!
VBS Time!
by Reina Gonzalez | March 10, 2025 8:24 PM
Our first day of VBS was all about trusting God like Noah did while he was building the arc!
Sports Night
by Reina Gonzalez | March 10, 2025 11:36 PM
Tonight we enjoyed playing volleyball alongside the youth of the church and also people from the community!
Mayan Temple!
by Reina Gonzalez | March 11, 2025 5:03 PM
Being on a mission trip is also venturing into the different cultures that make that specific country unique. Today we were able to learn about the Mayan people, who were some of the first inhabitants of Belize!
School Visits
by Reina Gonzalez | March 11, 2025 5:08 PM
VBS Day 2
by Reina Gonzalez | March 11, 2025 6:03 PM
Bible stories, games, and arts and crafts always make kids engage and enjoy VBS! We are so happy to have more kids attending today's VBS!
Prayer night
by Junior Lopez | March 13, 2025 12:07 AM
It’s was so amazing to worship with the local church for prayer night, we got to pray for petitions for the church and also worship and share testimonies. GLORY BE TO GOD!!!
Worship / closing meeting
by Junior Lopez | March 13, 2025 12:08 AM
Food distribution
by Junior Lopez | March 13, 2025 12:11 AM
It’s a blessing to us to bless other families and get to know them. Today we went out in the community with Pastora to distribute more grocery bags and pray for people. It was amazing!
VBS 3rd day
by Junior Lopez | March 13, 2025 12:13 AM
Birthday Celebration
by Junior Lopez | March 13, 2025 12:15 AM
Youth Night
by Junior Lopez | March 13, 2025 12:18 AM
High School painting
by Junior Lopez | March 15, 2025 7:20 AM
We had the opportunity to assist in painting a High School in the community together with some youth from the local Church . It was a busy morning.
Nolan helping in school’s yard cleanup
by Junior Lopez | March 15, 2025 7:24 AM
Team time
by Junior Lopez | March 15, 2025 8:38 AM
After home visits we had some delicious drinks before we started our last day of VBS . We had 3 different options ; Oreo Frappuccino, pineapple chamoyada, mango chamoyada . They were so good!
Last day VBS
by Junior Lopez | March 15, 2025 8:41 AM
Closing Service
by Junior Lopez | March 15, 2025 8:45 AM
Goodbyes
by Junior Lopez | March 15, 2025 8:47 AM
Award of appreciation
by Junior Lopez | March 15, 2025 8:49 AM
Continue Your Impact
by Praying Pelican Missions | March 15, 2025 11:57 PM
Goodbye Belize
by Junior Lopez | March 16, 2025 11:28 AM
It was an awesome week serving and partnering with the local church. It was a blessing and we can’t wait to come back again. See you soon Belize ❤️🙏
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Comments
Tracey Pierson
March 14, 2025 6:44 PM
Oh! YEP! It's a duplicate! Sorry! See you tomorrow!!!
Tracey Pierson
March 14, 2025 6:42 PM
Hopefully this isn't a duplicate message I thought I posted it but it's not here so I am posting again. This is your last full day in Belize. God works in mysterious ways. You may not ever know the impact of your time spent there. Won't it be glorious when we get to heaven and find out! No work no matter how big or how small goes unnoticed by God. I am praying for your safe return tomorrow! 🙏
Tracey A Pierson
March 14, 2025 10:30 AM
Well, it's your last full day in Belize! What a wonderful experience for all of you! I am praying for your safe return and ask the Holy Spirit to move within the community you are serving. God works in mysterious ways. You may not have any idea how He is working but believe me He is working! No act no matter how big or how small is wasted. Won't it be glorious when we get to heaven to see how God has moved through each and every one of you!?
Sara H
March 13, 2025 9:31 AM
Happy belated birthday to Emily!! Yes this one is extra special - you’ll always remember! We’re inspired by you all, and the lovely people of Belize. How blessed you’ve been to get to know them - and those adorable children! 💛 Love all the photos!
Heather Kelly
March 13, 2025 7:55 AM
I absolutely love these updates! Praying that many will come to know Jesus because of the love and good news that you are all sharing this week ❤️
Vic Hammer
March 12, 2025 8:55 PM
It is amazing to see the difference you are making in all of those young lives. You are an example for all of us. May God bless all of you and the people of Belize. Wishing you all safe travels.
Tracey A Pierson
March 12, 2025 6:22 PM
That's GREAT! Happy Birthday Emily!!!! ? This certainly will be a birthday to remember! I speak the Holy Name of Jesus Over each and every one of you and the remainder of your missions trip. God speed!
Lisa Hagen
March 12, 2025 8:07 AM
It has been wonderful to see some photos and hear about what the team has been involved in. I will continue to pray that you all have fruitful days with the people you are working with. I have a special request…could someone please wish my Emily a happy birthday from her mom and dad? God sure blessed us when he put her in our family. We love you dearly Emily! We pray you have a great birthday as you serve others with your team in Belize!
Tracey Pierson
March 11, 2025 7:16 PM
Wow! Looks like a lot of fun! It's so great to see all the interactions. VBS is such an amazing way to spread the truth. You all might be the only communication some kids ever have of stories from the Bible. Keep up the good work!
Lisa Hagen
March 10, 2025 10:08 PM
I am so grateful for the updates and to see the team in action. Your lives are just briefly intersecting with the people in Belize and I pray that what you are doing for them is being woven into their hearts and will have lasting effects on their lives. Praying for you as the Lord uses you to make an impact on the lives of those you are spending time with!
Tracey Pierson
March 10, 2025 7:01 PM
So blessed to get these updates! God is moving! He hears your prayers! There is power in the name of Jesus! God bless you & keep you. Remembering each & every one of you in my prayers. Sending hugs too! 😇
Jenny Hammer
March 10, 2025 12:42 PM
You can see how much joy you guys are spreading just from these pictures! What you’re all doing is wonderful, keep up the good work! God bless you all!
Aaron Bogott
March 10, 2025 6:50 AM
Thank you for the updates. What a blessing to hear about what God is doing both in and through you. Praying for continued unity and for the Holy Spirit to touch many hearts.
Heidi H
March 9, 2025 7:08 PM
What an amazing group of people and so proud of all the good you are sharing❤
Sara H
March 9, 2025 6:25 PM
Love all of these photos and smiles! You are doing an amazing job brightening so many lives - and blessing yourselves so greatly in return! Proud of you all!
Tracey Pierson
March 9, 2025 2:15 PM
What a beautiful blessing you all are!
Sara H
March 8, 2025 10:50 PM
Beautiful group! Proud of you all! May the Holy Spirit guide you and bless your work!🙏