These
are bi-annual updates through the eyes of the Cofradía United Pastors.
Here they share what is going on in their ministries, needs they may
have, and prayer requests. Thank you for your partnership with this
ministry. Your contributions help them to succeed. To make a special donation to one or more, please follow the instructions here, and if you would like to send them a note, please feel free to do so here.
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Pastor Gregorio (Goyo) Hernández
Lead Pastor of Centro Cristiano la Cofradía United
Cofradia de Cuyutlán, Nayarit
Report: 6.25.26
Hello friends,
I'm glad to greet you.
I want to share with you that my wife recently passed away after three years of fighting a terminal illness. It was a very difficult time, but through the prayers and support of God and our friends, we were able to go through this situation. Throughout this journey, we saw God's miracles manifested in many ways.
I will be brief about what happened because I would not be able to tell you everything.
At first, she was diagnosed with lymphoma, a type of blood cancer, after an inguinal lymph node that had been removed was examined. She was then treated by a hematologist who specializes in blood disorders. After many tests, they discovered that she actually had malignant melanoma. A CT scan revealed a tumor that had never been detected before. It was treated surgically, removed, and analyzed again, but the results were not good.
After the surgery, the doctor spoke with me and said that someone would need to tell her that this type of cancer was very aggressive. I asked him how much time she had left, and he told me that she had about five months to live.
Throughout all of this, despite everything, I kept my faith in God. I believed Gods' promises more than what the doctors were saying, although we continued to follow all of their instructions. Of course, there were times when doubt came upon me. But glory to God, those five months the doctor predicted became almost three years of life. I truly believe God performed a wonderful miracle by giving my wife nearly three additional years. During that time, she was able to enjoy watching our grandsons and granddaughters grow.
She passed away on May 14 at 9:30 a.m. A little earlier that morning, I anointed her body and hair with oil. She looked so beautiful, and her face became peaceful and full of a smile. Glory to God for the miracle of life.
Financially, we ended up with a very large deficit, but thank God we have come through victoriously in Christ.
Regarding the ministry, we continue our Tuesday Bible study at 4:30 p.m., using The War Is Over by Andrew Wommack. We are seeing very encouraging results, especially in the development of our leaders.
Another ministry I began is teaching music. I first started with a young man named Francisco, who is now ministering during our Sunday services. I am also teaching two young youth girls. One may soon begin participating with the church worship group, and the other is also looking forward to serving. We meet on Mondays and Fridays at 4:30 p.m., and afterward we study The New You and the Holy Spirit.
In November, on the 26th, 27th, and 28th, we will be offering the Grace Course by Neil T. Anderson.
Thank you very much for your continued support of the ministry and for your faithful prayers.
I'm glad to greet you.
I want to share with you that my wife recently passed away after three years of fighting a terminal illness. It was a very difficult time, but through the prayers and support of God and our friends, we were able to go through this situation. Throughout this journey, we saw God's miracles manifested in many ways.
I will be brief about what happened because I would not be able to tell you everything.
At first, she was diagnosed with lymphoma, a type of blood cancer, after an inguinal lymph node that had been removed was examined. She was then treated by a hematologist who specializes in blood disorders. After many tests, they discovered that she actually had malignant melanoma. A CT scan revealed a tumor that had never been detected before. It was treated surgically, removed, and analyzed again, but the results were not good.
After the surgery, the doctor spoke with me and said that someone would need to tell her that this type of cancer was very aggressive. I asked him how much time she had left, and he told me that she had about five months to live.
Throughout all of this, despite everything, I kept my faith in God. I believed Gods' promises more than what the doctors were saying, although we continued to follow all of their instructions. Of course, there were times when doubt came upon me. But glory to God, those five months the doctor predicted became almost three years of life. I truly believe God performed a wonderful miracle by giving my wife nearly three additional years. During that time, she was able to enjoy watching our grandsons and granddaughters grow.
She passed away on May 14 at 9:30 a.m. A little earlier that morning, I anointed her body and hair with oil. She looked so beautiful, and her face became peaceful and full of a smile. Glory to God for the miracle of life.
Financially, we ended up with a very large deficit, but thank God we have come through victoriously in Christ.
Regarding the ministry, we continue our Tuesday Bible study at 4:30 p.m., using The War Is Over by Andrew Wommack. We are seeing very encouraging results, especially in the development of our leaders.
Another ministry I began is teaching music. I first started with a young man named Francisco, who is now ministering during our Sunday services. I am also teaching two young youth girls. One may soon begin participating with the church worship group, and the other is also looking forward to serving. We meet on Mondays and Fridays at 4:30 p.m., and afterward we study The New You and the Holy Spirit.
In November, on the 26th, 27th, and 28th, we will be offering the Grace Course by Neil T. Anderson.
Thank you very much for your continued support of the ministry and for your faithful prayers.
Pastor Gregorio Hernández
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Pastors Horacio Garzón and María
Indigenous Ministries
Centro Cristiano Arrayanes Facilitators
Cofradia de Cuyutlán, Nayarit
Report: 6.2.26
It is always a pleasure to write to you and express my warmest greetings. I pray that when you read this letter, you are enjoying good health. Thank God, we are doing well.
Beloved brothers, thank you for keeping us in your prayers and for your faithful financial support in helping provide for our needs. We are deeply grateful for your generosity and for the love you have shown us. I thank God for working in your hearts through His Word and inspiring such kindness. Thank you, dear brothers.
I am happy to share with you that we recently celebrated 15 years since moving into our new congregation building. Thank God, it is larger and better equipped than our previous location. Even more important, the pastors have come together in unity, forming a strong brotherhood that is committed to working together to share Christ and His Word with new believers.
At this time, I spend much of my time caring for my wife, María, due to some health limitations she is experiencing. We trust that, according to God's will, she will recover. In the meantime, God gives me the patience and strength to care for her with joy and love, which is my privilege in Christ.
I also devote time to caring for my mother. Because of her age, she has become more affected by loneliness, especially after the recent passing of her last surviving brother. I try to spend time with her, serving her needs and encouraging her with God's Word.
Beloved brothers, María and Kenya send you their warm greetings. I continue praying that God will use Kenya as she serves others through her nursing profession, blessing many people with the gifts He has given her.
Thank you again, dear brothers, for your love, prayers, and faithful support. Please extend our greetings to everyone.
May God bless you richly, and until next time.
HORACIO GARZÓN OROZCO
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Pastor Amado Verdin and Lourdes
Lead Pastors of Casa de Oración, La Hermosa
Director of Restoration Center, El Faro de Esperanza
Rosamorada, Nayarit
Report: 6.25.26
Pastor Amado has shared a general report of his ministry for you by video this month...
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Pastors Ruben Perez and Karla Valeria
Lead Pastors of Community of Wonder
Church Plant Pastor in Mazatan, Nayarit
Las Varas, Nayarit
Most Recent Report: 6.16.25
Hello, and blessings to you all.
We are Iglesia Comunidad de Asombro (Community of Wonder Church). We have been experiencing these last 6 months the power and the grace of God in our lives with the full recovery of our two sons who had cancer; God has totally healed them.
We are Iglesia Comunidad de Asombro (Community of Wonder Church). We have been experiencing these last 6 months the power and the grace of God in our lives with the full recovery of our two sons who had cancer; God has totally healed them.
My
wife Karla and I share the word in Mazatan, Mesillas, and in our local
congregation in Las Varas with the conviction that God has shown us His
faithfulness in these times of personal anguish. This has brought us to
depend solely on God in everything we do.
Our outreaches in Mazatlán and
Mesillas along with our local congregation in Las Varas have also been
experiencing the power of the Word as it restores and changes lives. We
all have seen evidence that the Word has power and transforms hearts. I
believe there is still a lot to do and that this has barely started, but
this work will He perfect in us. Although it has not been easy, the
victory is ours. We have understood that God always takes care of those
who believe in Him and He has upheld our lives every day teaching us
that if we put Him first, all things work in our favor because God is
faithful.
We
are pastors Ruben and Karla. From the Las Varas, Nayarit. We thank you
for your friendship and prayers. Thanks for your unconditional support!!
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Pastors Jimmy Orozco and Perla
Casa de Gracia (House of Grace)
Bahía de Banderas, Nayarit
Report: 6.27.26
Casa De Gracia (House of Grace) Report
Our family continues to grow in the knowledge of Christ each day. My wife, our children, and I are committed to knowing Him more, and that relationship brings us true fulfillment.
Over the past six months, our congregation has grown stronger and become more established in God's grace and love.
We celebrated our first anniversary, and we were blessed to have our pastors, Steve and Geña Silberman, join us. It was a very special and memorable time!
Over the past six months, our congregation has grown stronger and become more established in God's grace and love.
We celebrated our first anniversary, and we were blessed to have our pastors, Steve and Geña Silberman, join us. It was a very special and memorable time!
We have also welcomed several new people who are hungry for God's Word. It has been a joy to receive them with love and serve them as they grow in their faith.
Our worship ministry has also grown, with a strong team coming together to serve in all of our ministry activities.
We continue with our PRIMICIA plan, gathering Monday through Friday at 6:00 a.m. to listen to Scripture together and allow the Holy Spirit to nourish us through God's Word. So far, we have listened to the Bible from Genesis through Ezekiel.
We also began our Freedom in Christ discipleship course. Our church members and new attendees are learning about their identity in Christ, and we are currently on Session 5. God is truly at work!
This month, we will also be hosting an outdoor movie night as an outreach event to invite new people from our community.
Finally, we continue to pray for God's provision of land or a permanent building for our church. We know our Heavenly Father already has the perfect place prepared, and we trust that He will provide it in His perfect timing.
Pastor Jimmy and Perla
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Pastors Rodrigo Romero and Annel
Cordero y Leon
Culiacán, Sinaloa
La Cruz, Sinaloa
Report: 6.27.26
Greetings to everyone reading this report.
We are Pastors Rodrigo Romero and Annel Sánchez. We are approaching our tenth year of a blessed marriage and continue to pray with hope for the opportunity to become parents. Since our youth, we have served the Lord with joy and dedication.
For the past six years, we have pastored in Culiacán, Sinaloa, Mexico, and for more than a year we have also been leading a church called Cordero y León (Lion and the Lamb) in La Cruz, Sinaloa, Mexico.
Throughout these years, we have shared the Gospel in different areas of the city of Culiacán. One of our primary ministries has been serving in local hospitals by providing food and drinks to patients and their families, while also praying with them and sharing the message of the Gospel.
Each year, we organize a mission trip to the mountains of Nayarit, where we minister in an Indigenous community called Cuare. Many of the people there had never heard the message of Jesus before. During these trips, we provide clothing, food, toys and candy for the children, as well as medical care and medications.
Our vision is to plant churches in the major cities of the state of Sinaloa. From these churches, we desire to raise up leaders and missionaries who will go on to plant congregations in the surrounding towns, so that the entire state may be reached with the Gospel.
Just over a year ago, we planted another Cordero y León church in La Cruz, Sinaloa. We have been amazed by God's grace as He continues to bless this new congregation. We have had the privilege of ministering to believers who had been away from church for many years, as well as new believers who have come to faith through the preaching of God's Word. We believe this new mission will continue to grow in the months ahead.
We are Pastors Rodrigo Romero and Annel Sánchez. We are approaching our tenth year of a blessed marriage and continue to pray with hope for the opportunity to become parents. Since our youth, we have served the Lord with joy and dedication.
For the past six years, we have pastored in Culiacán, Sinaloa, Mexico, and for more than a year we have also been leading a church called Cordero y León (Lion and the Lamb) in La Cruz, Sinaloa, Mexico.
Throughout these years, we have shared the Gospel in different areas of the city of Culiacán. One of our primary ministries has been serving in local hospitals by providing food and drinks to patients and their families, while also praying with them and sharing the message of the Gospel.
Each year, we organize a mission trip to the mountains of Nayarit, where we minister in an Indigenous community called Cuare. Many of the people there had never heard the message of Jesus before. During these trips, we provide clothing, food, toys and candy for the children, as well as medical care and medications.
Our vision is to plant churches in the major cities of the state of Sinaloa. From these churches, we desire to raise up leaders and missionaries who will go on to plant congregations in the surrounding towns, so that the entire state may be reached with the Gospel.
Just over a year ago, we planted another Cordero y León church in La Cruz, Sinaloa. We have been amazed by God's grace as He continues to bless this new congregation. We have had the privilege of ministering to believers who had been away from church for many years, as well as new believers who have come to faith through the preaching of God's Word. We believe this new mission will continue to grow in the months ahead.
We are grateful to have the opportunity to meet in a building that has been generously made available to us. At the same time, we continue to work and pray for the provision of a permanent church building.
We are confident in the mission God has given His Church. Therefore, we will continue joyfully preaching the Gospel in every season and at every opportunity. There is never a wrong time for people to come to know Jesus.
Every area of ministry—including our children's ministry, youth ministry, marriage events, and women's coffee gatherings—is centered on evangelism. We are currently in our church's "Evangelism and Outreach" planning season, during which every activity is intentionally focused on reaching people who have never attended church before.
Each month, we also prepare and distribute food and hygiene packages to families in need within our community.
For the past six years, we have been part of Cofradía United. We are deeply thankful to have mentors and a church family who continually bless us with their love, encouragement, support, and wise counsel.
We have great expectations for what God has planned, and we pray that we will faithfully fulfill His purposes. Serving Christ is our life's calling.
Thank you for partnering with us. The Cordero y León congregation is here to serve you in whatever the Gospel calls us to do together. (2 Timothy 4:1–8)
Mission
To take the Gospel to the ends of the earth by planting, strengthening, and preserving the Church of Christ—for the glory of God the Father, in the name of Jesus Christ, and through the power of the Holy Spirit.
Vision
To establish churches in the largest cities of the state, equipping missionaries who will go out from those congregations to preach the Gospel in the surrounding towns, so that the message of Christ is proclaimed throughout the entire region.
May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with each one of you.
Blessings!
Cordero y León Culiacán:
https://www.instagram.com/corderoyleoncln?igsh=bDYwc3lpN2tva2N3
Cordero y León La Cruz:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575636399389
https://www.instagram.com/corderoyleonlacruz?igsh=MXZzZndvOW9wemRibA
Cordero y León La Cruz:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575636399389
https://www.instagram.com/corderoyleonlacruz?igsh=MXZzZndvOW9wemRibA
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Pastors Ramon Ruíz and Zaida
Iglesia Libertad en Cristo
Tamarindo, Nayarit
Report: 6.25.26
During these past six months, we received financial support to begin the construction of restroom facilities. Together with the members of the church, we cleared and leveled the land where the construction would take place, preparing it for the project. We then began the construction by laying the foundation and installing the plumbing for the water supply and drainage system.
Our vision continues to be the construction of a church building where we can gather for worship services. We trust that God will continue to touch hearts and provide the financial support needed to complete this work for His glory.
In the ministry, we continue faithfully serving the Lord by sharing His Word, evangelizing in surrounding communities, and holding weekly Bible studies.
On a personal level, I have been strengthened by God and have received tremendous emotional, moral, and spiritual support from my leaders. In February, we attended a pastors' retreat, which was a great blessing. It was a time of encouragement, biblical teaching, fellowship, and spiritual renewal.
Thank you for taking the time to read this ministry report. May God richly bless you, multiply His blessings in your life, and continue to touch the hearts of all those who faithfully support His work.
Our vision continues to be the construction of a church building where we can gather for worship services. We trust that God will continue to touch hearts and provide the financial support needed to complete this work for His glory.
In the ministry, we continue faithfully serving the Lord by sharing His Word, evangelizing in surrounding communities, and holding weekly Bible studies.
On a personal level, I have been strengthened by God and have received tremendous emotional, moral, and spiritual support from my leaders. In February, we attended a pastors' retreat, which was a great blessing. It was a time of encouragement, biblical teaching, fellowship, and spiritual renewal.
Thank you for taking the time to read this ministry report. May God richly bless you, multiply His blessings in your life, and continue to touch the hearts of all those who faithfully support His work.
Pastor Ramon Ruiz
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