Friday, February 19, 2010
a few ancianos
A few of the folks at El Refugio whose wounds I'm caring for...
Please pray for them...and for wisdom for me!
Please pray for them...and for wisdom for me!
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"But I wonder if the first things shouldn't be to know people by name, to eat & drink with them, to listen to their stories & tell your own, & to let them know with words, handshakes, & hugs that you do not simply like them, but truly love them...The greatest news of all is that God is with His people, that He is truly present. What greater ministry, then, can be practiced than a ministry that reflects this divine presence?"
(Henri Nouwen, ¡Gracias!)
My name is Megan - or Magi as I'm known here in Mexico!
Each of us is called to seek & serve God; He has asked me to do so among & alongside the people in Tijuana, Baja California, Mexico.
I'm part of a church plan in my neighborhood called Iglesia Shalom (formerly Luz en la Obscuridad), where I'm involved in discipleship, children's ministry and community outreach. As a nurse I'm also exploring the possibility of beginning a church-based health ministry.
Beyond this, I try to embody the love of Jesus for my Tijuana neighbors. I also spend a lot of time learning from & with those around me. I believe that my most important ministry is that of convivir - literally, "to live with" - the people of Tijuana.
This blog is a place where you can join with me, and where I can hacer memoria - "make memory" & tell of the kindnesses & faithfulness & grace of our God in my own story...
It will mostly be focused on my life & ministry in Mexico, but also on other pieces of my journey as I seek & serve God.
Thanks for joining me!
If you would like to know more, to receive my updates & letters, to pray for me & for God's work in Tijuana, or to simply encourage... please let me know!
Email me (rigmeg@bethel.edu) or complete a response card.
To give financial support or donate needed items, find out how here.
To give online: riggott.lam.org
3 comments:
Hi Meagen, How chilly is it down there? Thanks for sending the pix. They are so fun to view. Happy Birthday to you. Keep up the great work. God is with you every step of the way. Linda
I'm not sure what the actual temp is, but without heat it's definately cold! I'm wearing my winter hat inside my apt right now :)
Hi Meagan, Weather today was great. 37 degrees. Spring like. snow is melting. Our snowmobiling time is limited. Take care, Linda
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