Serving in Bolivia
Tim and Kallie are working with the staff of CBM’s partners, the Bolivian Baptist Union (UBB) and its development arm, OBADES, to build and support effective programs and ministries. They are working to get churches involved with strategic community development projects as well as expanding the capacity of the seminary to train effective leaders. Another important focus is improving accessibility to theological resources and other vital information that can be challenging for Bolivians to access.
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The Good News in Bolivia
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Hit the Books
One part of this work that we love is that it takes us to remote places that are often overlooked. Last month we travelled to churches around the provinces of Oruro, Potosi, and Santa Cruz to encourage them to be missional in creative, practical ways that show Christ’s love to their communities. In the little town of Cruce Culta on the border of Potosi and Oruro, we received an incredible honour. The pastor had heard us speak previously and was exited not only for our visit, but to share that their congregation had already started to actively care for the
Introducing Union de Jóvenes Bautistas de Bolivia (UJBB)
The UJBB (Union de Jóvenes Bautistas de Bolivia) is the National Youth Union of Bolivian Baptists. This institution focuses on supporting the needs of youth throughout the country, provides training, and works to promote mobilization. The term “youth” in Bolivia is a bit broader as it roughly includes people ages 13 to 25 years old. Each Bolivian Baptist church has a Youth Union—like a youth group—with an elected president, treasure, etc. These church unions are represented by larger regional youth unions (ten in all) based on geography. Finally the UJBB represents these ten regional associations as the
New Director of Casa & Jireh
In January we said goodbye to the Director of the Casa de La Amistad & Jireh, Julio Caesar Chacon. Julio had been working in this position for several years and felt his family was ready for a change. They are currently exploring the possibly of living internationally. We are however, excited to announce that that Marcia Rojas has accepted to fill this position. Marcia brings with her a wealth of experience including a Masters in Project Management, service with health and relief NGOs, and she even worked for Jireh itself several years ago. We’re thrilled to welcome Marcia
Seminary Inauguration
The school year in Bolivia generally runs from February to November, so over the past couple of weeks families have been transitioning into back to school mode. Each year the Seminary (STB) has a tradition of welcoming first year students during an inauguration service. This is always an exciting time as these young leaders start a new chapter of life, and for many this includes leaving home for the big city of Cochabamba. This inauguration service had students lead music and a drama, there was a message from Emigdio Veizaga (formerly a CBM national staff), and an
Project PEPE
The Centre for Integral Mission (CMI), located in El Alto, has a national mandate to work with pastors and congregants as their churches strive to actively live out their faith through both word and action. By offering a variety of workshops and courses, CMI aims to strengthen leaders and change the long held notion that evangelism and social action are separate and distinct missions of the church. While trainings happen across Bolivia, the physical centre in El Alto is used as a central office, as well as a location to host a local church project from the neighborhood. This
