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New Covenant Christian School Class of 2025

Serving In Belize
May 18, 2025
Community: Orange Walk
Partner: Orange Walk Nazarene
Staff: Burton Brooks, Marion Blease, Melissa Castillo

Arrival Day

by Melissa Castillo | May 18, 2025 8:48 PM

We made it to Belize safe and sound today! We enjoyed a delicious lunch, then traveled to Orange Walk where we met Pastor and his wife. We're so excited about what God has in store for us this week. 

Jeremiah 29:11  For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord," plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

Arrival Day

Day 1 of School Visit

by Melissa Castillo | May 20, 2025 7:51 AM

Today we went to visit a school in the village of San Pablo. We met the students and teachers. We all enjoyed the songs, stories and playing together. 

Day 1 of School Visit

Painting Ministry

by Melissa Castillo | May 20, 2025 7:53 AM

After a nice lunch we had the opportunity to paint the Nazarene church. 
Painting Ministry

Day 1 of Kids Ministry

by Melissa Castillo | May 20, 2025 7:57 AM

Today we all had a blast with the kids who joined us! We sang, danced, listened to a Bible story, and played games.
Day 1 of Kids Ministry

Rec Day

by Melissa Castillo | May 20, 2025 2:33 PM

Today we had the opportunity to visit the Mayan temple called Altun Ha. We loved learning about the ancient Mayans.

Rec Day

Packing the Blessing Bags

by Melissa Castillo | May 20, 2025 5:51 PM

Today, we prepared blessing bags for distribution to families in the Orange Walk community. We prayed over each bag, asking for blessings upon the recipient families.

Packing the Blessing Bags

Food Distribution

by Melissa Castillo | May 20, 2025 6:09 PM

Following the packing of the blessing bags, we proceeded with food distribution. Witnessing the joyous expressions of the families was truly a blessing. We had the opportunity to offer prayers and engage in heartfelt conversations with them.
Food Distribution

Day 2 of Kids Ministry

by Melissa Castillo | May 20, 2025 8:25 PM

What an awesome second day of kids' ministry! We had about 30 high-energy kids join us to learn all about Noah and the ark. We had a blast coloring, singing, dancing, and playing tons of fun games!"
Day 2 of Kids Ministry

Day 2 Visiting the School

by Melissa Castillo | May 21, 2025 2:13 PM

We had a lot of fun with the kids at the School of San Pablo. They were so happy to see us back.

Day 2 Visiting the School

Day 2 Food Distribution

by Melissa Castillo | May 21, 2025 6:50 PM

Our food distribution today was a truly powerful and heart-touching experience. We listened to the stories of the families we met and had the privilege of praying with them.

Day 2 Food Distribution

Day 3 Kids Ministry

by Melissa Castillo | May 21, 2025 10:39 PM

Our kids' ministry was a huge success today, with over 35 children participating! We dove into the story of Jonah and the big fish, and also enjoyed activities like soccer, coloring, and singing.

Day 3 Kids Ministry

Night Service

by Melissa Castillo | May 21, 2025 10:54 PM

We all had an amazing time with the family at the Nazarene church, enjoying worship, testimonies, and prayer together.

Night Service

Last Day Painting

by Melissa Castillo | May 22, 2025 6:45 PM

On our final day of ministry, we had the privilege of completing the painting of the Nazarene church.

Last Day Painting

Last Day of Kids Ministry

by Melissa Castillo | May 22, 2025 8:57 PM

"Kids' Ministry was incredibly successful today! It was heartwarming to see the joy on the faces of the new friends we met this week. Our story for the day was 'The Parable of the Prodigal Son. It's not a goodbye, it's a see soon.

Last Day of Kids Ministry

Last Day of Food Distribution

by Melissa Castillo | May 22, 2025 9:01 PM

The food distribution was excellent. We felt truly happy to bring blessings to families in the Orange Walk community.
Last Day of Food Distribution

Farewell Dinner

by Melissa Castillo | May 22, 2025 9:32 PM

Tonight was an unforgettable moment we'll always remember. It was wonderful to enjoy a delicious dinner with the pastor and his family, and we especially appreciated the opportunity to see our friends and spend quality time together.
Farewell Dinner

Departure Day

by Melissa Castillo | May 24, 2025 11:36 AM

Our last day in the beautiful country of Belize was today. We loved every minute! We've made some family we'll miss, but it's not goodbye, it's 'see you soon'.

Departure Day

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by Praying Pelican Missions | May 24, 2025 11:57 PM

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Stacy Keller

May 19, 2025 5:23 AM

How awesome! Thank you NCCS team for the update and pictures! Believing for great things this week!!

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