A marriage a long time in the making

Daniel was a very young boy when he first came in contact with HFTCM. It has been a struggle to say the least or this young man. He has come and gone from the ministry and Church many times. Always coming back when thing got to tough for him. God never gave up on him nor did HFTCM. Daniel met Marta a couple of years ago and began living together. Producing two wonderful children.Daniel and Marta began coming to Church on a very regular basis. Daniel advised us that his heart was leading him to be used on the sound equipment. In one of our meetings we pointed out that he would have to look at two things in order for God to allow this. First he would need to get married and secondly get baptized. Very quickly the Lord led him to do both.
The top photo is one of Daniel and Marta taking their vows before God. Daniel is now baptized and involved working with the sound equipment. It was an honor for Elizabeth and myself to officiate at this joining of two people under God. This makes it the 32nd couple we have had the honor of marrying all who had been living together with children. Praise God. May we see many more.
The second photo is of Daniel and his family with one more on the way. Please pray for health,spiritual guidance and provision.
Thank you
Tom, Elizabeth and Cheryl Leigh

Stronger ties in Guatemala

A couple of weeks ago Elizabeth and myself were invited to a dinner meeting with the Alliance of Evangelicals of Guatemala. This organization is an alliance made up of many different Church organizations designed to help one another in whatever way they can. The alliance is strong in members and the leadership are all well known in Guatemala. OF course the main purpose is to give, spiritual,legal and fraternal covering to its members. At that dinner the members unanimously approved HFTCM as a new member. Not all proposed for membership are accepted. We are honored and privileged to be called to this alliance. This stronger tie to the evangelical movement in Guatemala will help us move forward in the future. WE continue to thank God for His love and promises.
Blessings
Tom, Elizabeth and Cheryl Leigh Allan

A Temple for the Lord

God has done a great work on the new Church we are building in Guatemala. We are so honored and privileged to be part of this wonderful work. Elizabeth and myself never thought we would be called to construct such a Church. Five years in the making and for some reason God restarted the project and withing three months we are nearly ready to move in. Oh! no we are not finished yet, We are working on putting the electrics in this week, preparing for the windows and the tile for the floor. We thank all of the hearts that have contributed to this temple and ask that you all weigh in for the last mile. The windows are the largest of the remaining work as we have 12 very big ones. We have the quote for a total of $3,500.00. The ceramic tile will cost about$1000.00. That will complete the main temple top floor and allow us to hold services in your new Church. It will take some time to finish all of the offices and class rooms on the first floor however by faith again we believe God will provide. Please, help us to at least finish the praise and worship area, we know you have done much, however a little more is needed.
You can see in this photo what the inside of the Church looks like,with the platform built and a large area for the pulpit and the praise and worship teams. Our church community and the village are so excited. The birthday celebration for Glendy resulted in an overflow of people.
May you all continue to experience the full blessing of God's grace and love and if for some reason we are not able to communicate before Jesus returns then, we will see you in heaven.
Blessings
Tom, Elizabeth and Cheryl Leigh Allan

Another birthday celebration

You can see Elizabeth and a lot of children blowing out the candles on her birthday cake, we are not allowed to mention how many candles were supposed to be on the cake.
Happy birthday Elizabeth and may you receive the blessings from our Lord for many more.

Photo #1 13 people gave their lives to the Lord that night.
Photo #2 Playing for the Lord on the street.
Photo #3 Chow time
Photo #4 Sorting medicine, food, shoes etc.
Photo #5 Team photo
It is so exciting for us to host short term mission teams. Denominational differences are no barrier to the members and staff of Hearts for the children, or Mount Zion Church. We have been receiving teams for well over 15 years now. Most come between Februarys to July .We have already received two requests for June and July of 2011.
Our ministry house is situated between Guatemala City and the most popular tourist town of Antigua, in Guatemala. Our location is blessed with fresh air as we are situated about 3000 meters above sea level, and set on 3 acres of lush green plants and trees sounded by beautiful natural flowers of all kinds.
The house is able to accommodate up to 40 people, although some sleeping areas may be a little cramped it is comfortable and cozy. The food is always great with a mixture of Guatemalan and North American cuisine.
Brother Dale Hajost, of Due West Methodist United Church in Marietta Georgia has been leading teams to HFTCM for 5 years now and each one gets better and better, this years’ team was the best yet.
The makeup of the team was well balanced with a good mix of older teen agers and adults. The talents were also so well balanced between household repair people, translators, medical doctors, nurses, dental hygienist, and a young musical group calling themselves the sons of God. All were involved in outreach, medical and dental clinics, distributing clothes and shoes, along with gift bags. VBS was held 4 times during with different children. Hair was shampooed, and cut
One of the most exciting things was an outdoor Christian concert held on the street of Guatemala City at night at which the Sons of God performed, 6 in all played guitar, drums and sang both in Spanish and English. The stage was set up outside of our Mary Magdalena house on 4th street 13 people gave their lives to God on that exciting night. (PRAISE HIS NAME).
850 Were attended to by the Doctors and Dentist during the week as we traveled to several different areas to bless. One of which was at a hotel on the Pacific Ocean where we saw about 400 people and stayed overnight.
We encourage all Churches to put a team of talented people together who want to serve God in some way and come on down. Your life will be changed forever. All Christians should take at least one short term mission trip. We are waiting for you!

A wheel chair blessing

Photo is of Elizabeth blessing the chair.

HFTCM wrote in a blog some time ago that our 40 tractor trailer ministry was back on track. Well yes it is and recently The Church of God Canada Eastern, sent a container down full of wonderful blessings. One of which is a most modern wheel chair.
A young woman, member of our Church has been in a wheel chair since birth. We continue to pray for her that one day she will walk. We donated the chair to her in the hopes that it will make life a little more comfortable. Please continue to pray that the Lord will one day lift her from the chair and heal her completely.
Folks are always asking what we can send down to Guatemala. This is an example as to what we have been saying, anything the Lord places on your heart get it to the collection area. We will sure use it.
Not only is this girl and her family blessed, our Church is, and The Church that sent it and the people who donated the chair are richly blessed.

From a sweet girl to a sweet senorita

Photo# 1 shows the large crowd who came to celebrate with Glendy.
Photo # 2 Tom and Elizabeth blessing Glendy and her new ring.

Recently we celebrated the 15th. Birthday of a girl who has grown in the Word of the Lord almost since she was born. Glendy is challenged with Down syndrome. Several years ago Elizabeth received a word from God that Glendy would one day become a secretary. Not long after, the Lord opened the doors for us to get Glendy into a private school dedicated to people challenged with Down syndrome. God has blessed her with many talents and now she is able to talk and be understood. In Guatemala a young girl celebrating her 15th birthday is somewhat like a sweet sixteen in North America. The young girl now becomes a senorita.
The new Church was full of people who came to celebrate with her. It was a beautiful ceremony, and a delicious lunch was served by the women of the community and the Church. We are proud of Glendy’s achievement and know that the Holy Spirit will guide her to a very productive and fruit full life. We do ask for continued prayer for Glendy and her Mom.