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Azusa Pacific University Announces Baja Bound Partnership

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The Center for Student Action at Azusa Pacific University has designated Baja Bound as a new partner for student missions in Mexico.

APU’s history of service has been significant for decades. As Baja Bound’s Director John Rose stated, “Mexico Outreach had a phenomenal impact for over 50 years, and we are excited to be part of that legacy.” In 2019 Baja Bound assumed responsibility for APU’s Ensenada operations, and now they have been entrusted with additional Mexico trips for the University. “APU remains committed to service in Mexico,” assured Karen Rouggly of the Center for Student Action, “and we look forward to expanding our service opportunities…with Baja Bound.”

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Former Mexico Outreach Team Member Heather (Richards) Tomscak, will lead the transition and onboarding of groups who are interested in serving with Baja Bound. If you are interested in partnering with Baja Bound, you may contact Heather at htomscak@bajabound.org.

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A special moment

😢 Last weekend we took a break from our house build 🏠 and visited a favorite children’s home and witnessed an amazing sight👇 

When big burly 💪 men put down their house-building hammers to receive hugs at the home for disabled children, 👶🏻 we’re reminded that the heart ♥️ is the most valuable muscle of all.

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In recognition of the working poor

On Labor Day we are honored to have met and and know so many of hardworking field workers, and we stand in awe of their incredibly high work ethic and commitment to their families and communities.

Don’t EVER repeat the lie “the poor are lazy” in front of us…

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Oh baby, just in time

Last weekend we arrived at the new worksite to discover a visibly pregnant mom anxiously waiting to move out of her shack and into her new home.

While dedicating the home on Sunday we all noticed mom was missing. Why? Dad proudly told us she was birthing her second child (daughter, perfect health) while we were dedicating their new home!

How wonderful that mom and child arrive back from hospital to a new home!

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Helping the poor, helping the environment

We are pleased to collaborate with some forward thinking groups as we build homes in Baja.  This week our group chose to bless their family with a solar system.  This will save the family a lot of money, and help our planet.  We are inspired by the many ways our groups creatively serve the poor and needy of Baja, Mexico. 

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Sept 2016 - The Greatness Foundation

Our September build saw over 40 people come from around the world to build another house in Baja. It was a fantastic weekend and Meagan Kathleen photography has kindly shared these photos with us. Thank you Greatness Foundation!

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