In the hard neighborhoods surrounding Comas, Perú — where extortion, prostitution, and drug trafficking shape daily life — children grow up with few role models and even fewer opportunities. When two 11-year-olds were asked, “What do you do for fun?” their answer was heartbreaking: “Breaking into houses and stealing.”

Into this reality, the Reflejo team has stepped with the hope of Christ.

When you wake up on Sunday morning and begin getting ready for church, you probably don’t think, “I’d better pack a lunch—it’s going to be a long drive.” And as you sit down for worship, you likely don’t wonder, “Will I understand the sermon today, or only understand half of it?”

But for many believers in northern and central México, these are weekly realities. Some travel hours to reach the nearest Presbyterian congregation. Others sit through services in Spanish even though their heart (primary) language is Otomí, Mixtec, Tzeltal, or another indigenous tongue — and understand only fragments of the message.

This is why our partner, the National Presbyterian Church of México (INPM), is working diligently to plant new churches in underserved regions and to establish congregations where indigenous believers can worship, learn, and grow in their heart language.

A tanker with enough oil to last up to 10 days arrived in Cuba this week, to the relief of the entire country. Despite this delivery, U.S. sanctions against oil deliveries to Cuba in hopes of forcing a regime change remain. The effects on civilians have been devastating, including rolling blackouts, hospitals in crisis, and transportation gridlock.

Mission partners of The Outreach Foundation tell us life for them has been increasingly difficult.

We have shared updates for some time now about the young girl in Xpujil, Mexico, Betsabé, who suffers from brain cancer. We recently received this update from our partner Todd Luke who builds cisterns in Xpujil with Betsabé’s father, and we wanted to share it.

Every week, Michael and Nohemi Palomino drive three hours into the mountains with muddy terrain and no clear roads. Some days, due to landslides, they’re not sure if they’ll arrive at the village, but God always makes a way. 

“What would you like Jesus to do for you?” The Palominos asked children at the local school. The children raised their hands and answered: 

“For my dad to come back.”  
“For him to help me with school.”  
“For no more fighting at home.”  
“For my family to know Jesus.”  

The 2024–2025 academic year at San Pablo Presbyterian Theological Seminary was marked by growth, global engagement, and spiritual formation. Under the leadership of Rector Amós Cahuich Yam, the seminary continues to train theology students from 20 Mexican states, as well as Guatemala, Belize, Honduras, Chile, and Colombia.

Deep in the tropical lowland forests of southern México, the Lion of Judah is on the move. In the southern state of Campeche, the Presbyterian church in the small village of Manuel Castilla Brito is answering the call to bring light to neighboring communities. In partnership with the National Presbyterian Church of México and The Outreach Foundation, Iglesia El Buen Pastor (Church of the Good Shepherd), led by Pastor Eleazar López, has embarked on a bold mission to reach four nearby villages with the gospel.

In recent years, Comas, a district within Lima, Peru, has become synonymous with violence and despair. Once a vibrant community, it now bears the weight of organized crime, as Peruvian, Venezuelan, and Colombian gangs battle for control. Extortion, prostitution, and drug trafficking plague daily life. Despite the deployment of the Peruvian army, the violence persists.

But amidst the chaos, God is writing a new story.

Strengthening Pastors Across Brazil Through Mentorship

In August of last year, the SARA Institute made an intentional shift in how it communicates its mission. The word “association,” which felt too much like a social club, was replaced with “SARA Fraternity,” a term that better reflects the ministry’s deep commitment to journeying alongside pastors in friendship and relationship.

Earlier this May, we at the Children’s Bible Ministry in Cuba had the joy of welcoming a team from The Outreach Foundation and First Presbyterian Church in Thomasville, Georgia. From the moment we gathered, there was a deep sense of shared gratitude and expectancy. Among our visitors was Rev. Deena Candler, whose heart for children in Cuba has never wavered. As we caught up, she pulled up photos from her last visit in December 2022—photos of the very first children in our “Learning with Jesus” program.

Javier first came to the Children’s Bible Ministry program, Learning with Jesus, at the Guanabacoa Presbyterian Church in January 2022. From the start, his parents—Yuraimis and Javier—were deeply engaged. They regularly attended Parent School sessions, listened closely to teachers' feedback, and eagerly welcomed support in caring for their son's education and well-being.

A New Chapter for SET in Cuba: Hope, Growth, and the Gospel Amid Hardship

Since June of last year, something remarkable has been unfolding at Seminario Evangélico de Teología (SET) in Matanzas, Cuba. Through perseverance, prayer, and the faithful support of partners like you, we have embarked on a season of renewal—both in spirit and in infrastructure.

Visiting Our Friends and Partners in México

From the windswept high desert of Durango to the sweltering tropical Pacific coast lowlands of Colima, the Spirit of God is on the move in a mighty way in this predominantly Catholic country. Since 2021, The Outreach Foundation has partnered with the National Presbyterian Church of México (INPM) to advance the Gospel and mature disciples for Christ’s kingdom. The Presbyterian church is alive and thriving south of the border, with 8,000 congregations and over six million members.

It’s with hearts full of gratitude that we share what God is doing through your prayers and support in Varginha, Florianópolis, and Curitiba, Brazil. These aren’t just cities on a map—they are fields where the seeds of faith are taking root, growing into thriving communities of Christ-followers. Here are just a few glimpses of the Kingdom work unfolding:

The Compassion Ministries in Brazil are focused on preventing and rescuing people living on society's margins. Operating in the old downtown area of São Paulo, in the region known as Crackland, many lives are devastated by marginalization and poverty.

From the windswept high desert of Durango to the sweltering tropical Pacific coast lowlands of Colima, the Spirit of God is on the move in a mighty way in this predominantly Catholic country. Since 2021, The Outreach Foundation has partnered with the National Presbyterian Church of México (INPM) to advance the Gospel and mature disciples for Christ’s kingdom. The Presbyterian church is alive and thriving south of the border, with 8,000 congregations and over six million members.

One of the key priorities of the Presbyterian church in México is planting new churches where there is minimal evangelical presence.

It is with great joy that we share how God has been faithful to our ministry among pastors in Brazil. Remembering Paul's guidance to his disciple Timothy, saying: "Take heed to yourself and to the doctrine. Continue in them, for in doing this, you will save both yourself and those who hear you." 1 Tim. 4:16.

Brothers and sisters, servants of Jesus Christ, may the peace of God that surpasses all understanding be with each one of you. I hope that all of you and your families are doing well, enjoying health and fellowship with our good God.