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By working with ENLACE over the years on smaller to bigger projects, the Tabernáculo Biblico Salem Church has steadily increased its ability to manage projects on their own. The church is now at a point to accomplish projects that were once just future possibilities. This is due to the church leaders' ongoing commitment to learning the process of transformation: listening to God and walking with their community toward sustainable change. Pastor Santos estimates that nearly half of the members of the church are actively at work in El Espino. He says, “God has shown us that our community is an open field in which to work and each member must help in the work that God has entrusted to us." Pastor Santos feels that they are achieving those early hopes and dreams, especially through the housing initiative in which 24 families from three hamlets received new homes. In this way, the local church has become a strong and engaging witness to God's desire to heal and bring peace to the poor.

Invaluable Support

Nuria Reyes, ENLACE church coach, addresses friends, relatives, and the beneficiaries of the Housing Initiative. Her dedication to the region of San Pedro Perulapán is evident in the incredible growth the church has experienced after three years under her coaching.
Tender Acknowledgement

Rosa, her daughter Tania, and Laura were housing recipients during the first stage of the Housing Initiative in El Espino. They gave a plaque to Pastor Santos during the dedication service and gave thanks to God for all the blessing that the project brought to the community.
A Grateful Family

“I Thank you, Lord. You listened to what I was asking for. You knew that I didn’t have enough resources to build a house.” Rosa Elena earns $35 weekly by working as a maid. Being the only breadwinner and living in a mud and bamboo house without running water, electricity, or even a latrine, Rosa never imagined that she could have a better life until she was told that she was chosen to receive a new home.
Last But Not Least!

“I thank the people from the church and all who have worked to provide a safe home for me and others in need. I pray for God to bless the church because they are working on behalf of those in need,” said Lucila Pocasangre Pérez home recipient.
Soccer Game

As part of the celebration the Tabernaculo Biblico Salem Church, the community, and ENLACE staff enjoyed of a friendly soccer game. Even though there weren't many goals scored, there was a lot of fun, friendship and fellowship.
Momentum and Unity

Friends, neighbors, housing recipients, and ENLACE staff celebrated their success. Such moments create more momentum and unity.
Pupusas!

Housing recipients and women of the Tabernáculo Biblico Salem Church made over 500 pupusas for the celebration that marked the conclusion of the housing initiative's second stage. This was a delicious way of thanking everyone who worked hard to finish the 24 homes in communities of Miraflores, El Limón and El Espino.
Working Together

Pastor Santos Carpio, Nuria de Reyes (ENLACE church coach), Lazaro Flores (mayor of San Pedro Perulpan), and Alfredo Vargas (ENLACE Director of Operation) were just some of the leaders who helped to coordinate the construction of 24 homes and the perimeter wall of the public school in Miraflores. The homes were built in less than four months.
A Blessing from God

Leonor and Francisca both live in the community of El Limón. They now have their own new homes. Before, their poverty kept them from even dreaming about a better place to live. They recognize that their homes are nothing short of a blessing from God.
Empowering Others to Give

“I never thought I would be able to give my children a house like this. I feel that God answered my prayer. He has blessed us greatly.” Laura