First Mission Trip - First Work Project

We came to General Capeda with the first mission trip of the year.  It was an awesome group of Life Teen missionaries.  It was a great welcome to our new home being able to lead them in their service to the people of Mexico.  There were two work projects set up for the week.  Each was a new roof for houses that needed them.

Photo of group on Saltillo pilgrimage day

The area of General Capeda has been in a 30 year drought, however, this year the rain has been unusually high.  Many roofs in the area are now collapsing due to the added weight of the water. 

Here are the children of the family who received the new roof of the project David led.

The roofs here are made with logs called "Morillos"

On top of the Morillos, "tabletas" are installed.  The one we used were recycled boards taken off pallets.

 

 Gonzalo is the "Maestro" for our projects.  He has been working in construction for over 30 years.

After the Tabletas are installed, a piece of plastic is layed down and dirt thrown on top.

The final step will be adding a thin layer (approx. 3/4") of concrete over the dirt.

The family's pig in his house made from pallets.

It is incredibly rewarding being able to provide for people in need!  Thank you to all our supporters!