Here is a few more photos of the second floor construction complete so far.
Don't forget to check out youtube!
God bless you all for your continued support and prayers for God's vision for the school.
A budding artist
Enrique has a creative interest. He decided he wanted to learn how to do spray paint art. He invested some of his hard earned money into paints and we helped finance the rest so he could have a good selection. We bought poster board and cut it to size.
Next he watched YouTube videos here in Mexico on our laptop with Sprint broadband card and at his school when he had access to a computer with internet.
Next came "putting ideas and watched techniques" into practice. I have put a couple different photos here for you to see.
If you would like a painting to help this budding artist along on a possible way to make money for him and his family, besides his studies at school, please donate $5 plus postage of around $4. Let us know if you would like a space theme or scenery.
He can then turn around and purchase more paper and paints to practice and get better. These paintings will have a few bloopers on it since he is not a professional...yet. Just one way you can help someone who is inspired to find a better life.
New book to check out
Harold J. Weiss, Bonnie's dad, has written a book about Capt. Bill McDonald, a Texas Ranger. Here is a link to Amazon if you would like to check it out more.
Click on the link here and if you order, we receive a percentage of the sale. Every little bit helps the ministry!
Preparation for vo-tech school (TEC)
The preparation continues for the second floor of the school. Bubble insulation has been purchased and most of the lumber. Here Luis is painting the osb that will be used for the walls and under the metal roofing. Painting before using means we won't have to have an extension ladder to paint for awhile.
Pray for good weather to start laying out and marking the tarp for the walls, etc. and then for construction within the next two weeks. Also, pray for finances for the metal roofing.
Basketball dreams
Enrique brought a bicycle rim one day. I wasn't sure what he wanted until he began to explain that he need a square piece of wood and remove the spokes. He had a wonderful idea to make a basketball hoop. The nearest hoops are more than a mile away and in a place (the school yard) where they really shouldn't be playing afterschool hours.
Our cemented area seemed to him to be the logical choice. His dream is to have two...so they can run back and forth! Well, right now he has one attached to a tree, and Bonnie allowed a big tree branch be cut (Bonnie is very protective of the trees, just ask Bob!)so the ball can have a longer arc. The boys have already been roughly playing (no NBA rules followed) and having a lot of fun.
Here is the first hoop with the other one still a dream....
We are on YouTube!
Hey everyone, We have started a channel on Youtube. Here we will be putting videos of green energy ideas and interesting things going on in the lives of the people.
Just go to youtube.com and in the search box type: sbhministry. Our videos should come up.
If you subscribe to our channel, you will recieve email notifications of new videos.
Leave us some comments. We love to hear from you!
Have fun...see the kids...share in our unique green ideas!
Two RV Parks minister to the colonias
The past two Saturdays have been very busy. Winter Texans from two RV parks came to the colonia and ministered to the people.
Beans, blankets, baby clothing, stuffed animals, children's clothing, winter hats, formula, bras and underwear along with cookies were handed out. Bible verses and advertisements for the carpentry class were also shared with the families.
A wooden table and two bikes were given to the families God had chosen.
Here are some photos from the past two weekends. As you can see, smiles, laughter, and friendships were shared throughout the day.
Finally, after weeks of waiting for the weather and Luis' schedule to coincide, the Air X marine windmill is up. The photo gallery gives you 14 views of the whole process.
What is really neat is that the windmill is charging the batteries on this cold dreary day. There has been no sun today and the solar panels are not charging. We just love standing there watching the blades spin around at the wind speed of 12 mph!
God has been so generous and this is one example of His blessings. Thank you, Father God!
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Take a look at a Ministry book
Glenn Tompkins (Bob's father) has written and published a book with many helpful ideas for those in ministry. He began by emailing updates on his book and now here is a link for information on the printed version and you also may purchase it through clicking on this link.
We need your help!
Here is a list of items needed at this time:
20" bike tires AND TUBES for kids' bikes
Shoes for children, men, and women
Baby strollers
Over the counter medicines for adults (cold, cough, aches & pains)
Over the counter medicines for children (cold, cough, fever, pain)
Pots and pans
Silverware
Dishes and cups
Bedding (sheets, pillows)
DVD that Spanish can be chosen as a spoken language and not rated R
Credit Card donation
We can receive donations through your credit card by using PayPal. By clicking on the "make a donation" button you will be sent to the PayPal site where you can make a donation of any size.
Buy a DVD, Support SBH Ministry
Fred Dunn, former mission team member, created "Regarding Chickens" DVD for those of you that are interested in raising chickens.
He has graciously offered to donate to SBH Ministry 100% of the proceeds!
This DVD has received a 5 star rating on Amazon.com. Reading the customers' comments shows what an excellent DVD Fred has created.
Fred's directions for ordering are: When ordering, just send a note with the purchase that simply says SBH. www.Amazon.com is the cheapest purchase price and the buyer has an option to send a note to the seller with their purchase.. again "sbh" is all that needs to be added to that purchase.
CHECK IT OUT! Wouldn't this be a great gift for someone you know?? Don't forget to mention SBH Ministry when ordering.
Like to check out Fred's website? www.FredsFineFowl.com
Donate in a unique way!
Quick update: So far, people using GoodSearch in the ministry's name have earned over $5.00 in about a month. Every little bit helps! I have used this search engine and been pleased with the results!Along with writing grant proposals, we have been searching for ways to reach out to all the ministry's supporters through the internet. The button below is one way to do just that. When you use GoodSearch you earn money for God's work in Mexico...building the Vocational Training School, Christmas celebration, music outreach, movie night, baby ministry, school supplies...On GoodSearch you can also shop through GoodShop that has many, many national retailers, but a donation is given to Serve & Build Hope Ministry when you shop through their window. I hope I am explaining it right. Check it out...I think you may be happy...and it helps the ministry.
If I did the "computer stuff" right, you can now access the Handbook by clicking the link above.
We have developed a handbook to help teams prepare spiritually and solidify as a team. The handbook also contains information concerning challenges that may be experienced in Mexico during the week. All necessary paperwork is found in the back of the handbook.
To receive a hard copy, you can contact us by phone, mail, or email. The handbook is free to a team who has booked a week with us in Mexico. The cost is $5.00 for postage and handling if you have not booked a mission week
Want to send a group?
What is the first step to sending a group for a short-term mission trip? PRAY! Listen to God's will on where He wants you to serve.
Interested in bringing a mission team? Have questions about what it really means to bring a team? Here are few keys points to keep in mind:
1. Most open dates are during June and July. We work to pay our bills and these months are the “vacation” months. 2. We house mission teams in Mexico and try to give some type of colonia living experience. We do not have air conditioning or refrigeration. 12-volt power and outhouses are used . 3. The cost per person is $525 which does not include your travel to Southern Texas. Once here, the fee covers travel from the airports, tolls, housing, food for the week, material for the projects, tools, some VBS materials, and pay for women to cook and do laundry for the group.
We offer a week of serving Christ in Mexico, as well as a time for spiritual growth. Devotions and reflections each night help in letting the Holy Spirit work in your life.
For more details, see costs and details in the left navigation bar.
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