Rancho Vista returned in August for another house build project led by their fearless pastor, John Rose. This seasoned team knocked out a home with great skill, served the local villages and visited the famous La Buffadora eateries. They spend an incredible weekend connecting, serving and sharing God's heart for mercy and justice. James 1:27 states, "Religion that is pure and undefiled before God, the Father, is this: to visit orphans and widows in their distress, and to keep oneself unstained from the world." The Baja Bound staff wants to thank the congregation of Rancho Vista Church for their commitment to practice "True Religion" through their ongoing work of building homes among the poor in Ensenada.
Nov 2011 - Harbor Church
Harbor Church North County, Ocean Beach and UTC gathered a fantastic team to build a home for this precious family of five. They spend two impactful weekends building, serving and proclaiming the good news of God's love in Christ. Harbor's team participated in the Agua Viva feeding program, cared for children at The Gabriel House Orphanage, and made deep connections with the family and their surrounding neighbors. True to their mission, Harbor brought the message of hope and renewal to the people of Baja!
Aug 2011 - The Rock MACs
The Rock Church's MACs ministry returned this summer to complete another home in Ensenada. They transformed the living conditions of this family of five from a tarp and scrap wood structure into a lovely 2 bedroom home. As an added touch, they creatively used the leftover wood and made benches, storage bins and shelves for the family. We are so grateful for this great group of Men and Women committed to doing justice, loving mercy and walking humbly with God!
Aug 2011 - Messiah Lutheran
Team Michigan invaded Baja in force this year! 22 young men and women took a family of eight out of a structure where 24 people resided and built them a home of their own. This team provided nonstop entertainment in the form of soccer games and piggy back rides as children from the surrounding village flocked to the work site to play. The Gabriel House Orphanage was also frequented during the week where the team participated in feeding, playing and caring for the severely disabled children. This group was incredibly hard working and displayed such a wonderful witness to the reality of God's love and concern for the people of Ensenada. We're excited to have them return next summer to partner with us once again!
July 2011 - Sunridge
What a great week we had with the Sunridge EPIC Youth Group from Temecula! Not only did these teens and their leaders complete a home but they faithfully and joyfully served the surrounding villages. Each day they took time to play, sing and interact with the severely disabled children who reside at the Gabriel House Orphanage. They also participated in the daily feeding program at Agua Viva by preparing lunches and caring for the children whose parents work in the agricultural fields. We are truly grateful for this group of young men and women who are committed to upholding justice for the poor and needy!
Memorial Day 2011
We had a fantastic and "memorable" weekend serving the Gabriel House Orphanage and the surrounding villages of Southern Ensenada. Hard working teams from LA and San Diego successfully removed the dilapidated roof of the orphanage that had been originally secured with tar - this was no easy feat! Our mission also included a relational focus as the group did an amazing job loving and caring for the precious children that reside in the orphanage. Â Teams also participated in the feeding programs at Agua Viva and donated clothing and shoes to many needy families in the surrounding villages. We deeply enjoyed cultivating our relationships among our mission team by visiting our favorite hot spots like Tacos Pablanos and La Buffadora eateries. Â The weekend was one filled with joyful service as we labored side-by-side, shared many laughs and made new friends.
Spring Break 2011
This month we welcomed two phenomenal groups from the Palos Verdes region who each gave the gift of a new home to impoverished families in Southern Ensenada. These teams comprised of loving families, sacrificially spent their spring break "giving things up" and "giving to" those in need. What an incredible way to prepare for Easter and celebrate the renewal we have in Christ by renewing the lives of others!
December 2009 - 4 houses, 5 days!
4 Houses 5 Days
Aug 2009 Trip 2 - Santa Cruz Christian Center
Bobby Marchessault brings Santa Cruz Christian center to Baja.
July 2009 Trip 1 - Journey Covenant
Chris Jhang from Journey Covenant Church and his merry band of friends from the greater Los Angeles area.
The Places of Baja
Some of the familiar landmarks you will see when roaming around Baja with us.
Summer 2008 Trip 3
Crossroads Church in Minnesota
Summer 2008 Trip 2
Grace Chapel from Boston, MA under the able leadership of Todd S
Summer 2008 Trip 1
Chorus Church - Temecula, California Rancho Vista Church - San Diego, California
