In late November, Pastor Jorge Rodriguez came to our corner of Oregon from Wilder, Idaho with six leaders from the Wilder Hispanic Mission. It was the first step toward deeper connection and support between those around the conference who are working directly with Hispanic folks in our communities. It was a whirlwind tour for Jorge's group, with stops at The Supper and the food pantry at CUMC, a Bible study at La Iglesia, the new UM fellowship in Portland, and the Beaverton Hispanic Resource Center at Beaverton 1st UMC. The Wilder folks also provided an incredible amount of help that day at the pantry on Saturday! After 77 families were served (!) we enjoyed a delicious meal of pupusas and shared where we've seen God at work in our ministries and communities. It was wonderful to get to know one another better and offer support at what we hope is the first of many gatherings!
Jorge and Auggie are good buds:
Preparing to eat mole at The Supper. There were nearly 30 of us that night!
Elidia, another one of Auggie's new friends:
Making new friends at The Supper:
Some of the last guests to be served at the food pantry:
Sharing about our ministries:
It is great to be connected!
