Build Hope Quarterly: Winter 2025
Meet Eliezer and Xochilt
Xochilt and her husband were on the brink of separation. Their marriage had unraveled to the point that Xochilt left for ten days, contemplating divorce and feeling indifferent to how it would affect her children.
In the midst of this despair, Casa de Mi Gloria Church, led by AGWM missionaries Nathan and Christine Alfaro, became a beacon of light not only to Eliezer and Xohchilt but to the entire community. This church ministers to a growing congregation and has planted multiple churches throughout Nicaragua.
The moment Xochilt and Eliezer walked into Casa de Mi Gloria, everything changed! They found a community that welcomed them, shared the hope of the gospel, and offered support for rebuilding their lives. Their story is a testament to the power of faith and community. Today, Xochilt declares, “We are what hope looks like!”
The Alfaros and their ministry team see lives transformed every week. Families like Xochilt’s are restored, and a sense of hope permeates the community.
This story is a reflection of the larger mission to build places where people find hope! Through projects like Casa de Mi Gloria and similar initiatives worldwide, hope is being restored, and lives are being changed.
Eliezer and Xochilt’s Story
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Project Updates
Click on a country below to see what is happening on each project around the world as the generous Builders International community builds hope!
Albania - Durres Church
Waiting on government permits to begin construction.
Antigua - Youth Ministry Center
The pre-fab metal building is onsite, and the foundation is being completed. Upon completion of the foundation, the building will be erected.
Bahamas - Marsh Harbour
The foundation is almost complete, and the structure is ready to be erected. Team-ready.
Belgium - Continental Theological Seminary - Phase 1
FINISHED! New dormitory is 100% complete! A ribbon-cutting ceremony and dedication service was held on October 5, 2024.
Bosnia - Valley of Blessing Youth Camp
FINISHED! Ribbon-cutting ceremony and dedication service held on July 6, 2024!
Builders International - Building Renovation
Interior and exterior renovations are completed. The building has been dedicated and is being used for God’s glory!
Chile - Santiago Children’s Ministry Center
Work continues on the ministry center. Some materials are on site and work continues daily.
Colombia - Justice & Bible Institute
Ground is broken and work has begun!
Cuba - Church Construction
Scheduling teams now to work on a variety of church projects across Cuba.
Czech Republic - Church Without Borders
Some demo continues while remodeling has begun with plaster on walls and windows complete.
Ecuador - Timothy’s Abode
Work continues on the building but the prayer tower and exterior solar lights are complete!
Ecuador - Jungle Bible School
The prayer tower is near completion and a security fence around the property is being completed. Plans are being made for the final apartments and buildings. Work continues to see this facility completed.
El Salvador - Marriage & Family Counseling Center
The third floor of the building is moving to completion. Scheduling teams now as we push toward the finish line.
France - Beauvais Church
Construction team will be on the ground mid-October from South Texas Ministry Network.
France - Multiple Church Project
Several projects are ready to move forward as funding and teams become available.
Germany - Haus Antioch Ministry Center
Putting final touches on the project. Looking for teams in Spring 2025.
Honduras - Jehovah Jireh Church
Construction continues with hope of completion soon for this fully-funded church project on the island of Roatan.
India - Calcutta Mercy Hospital
Fundraising has just begun for a variety of interior and exterior remodel projects.
Israel - Jerusalem School Bethlehem
Finalizing plans for the building and getting final permissions from the Municipality. In the process of selecting a contractor.
Kosovo - The Hope Center
Finalizing project – nearing completion! Grand opening scheduled for Spring of 2025.
Mexico - Restoration of Life Church
Construction has continues now as the drought is over. The building is beginning to progress well.
Mexico - Morelia Bible School
Close to completion. One team and $10K could wrap it up. Still needed – exterior/interior painting and six toilet installs.
Nicaragua - Casa de Mi Gloria - Managua Campus
Foundation work is in progress. Scheduling teams now to work on project.
Nicaragua - Casa de Mi Gloria - Nindiri
Finished!! Ribbon-cutting ceremony and dedication service took place November 2023.
Nicaragua - Casa de Mi Gloria - Ticuantepe
FINISHED!! Ribbon-cutting ceremony and dedication service took place November 2023.
Nicaragua - Casa de Mi Gloria - Tipitapa
Still needs construction. Scheduling teams now to work on project.
Nicaragua - Central Bible Institute
FINISHED! Ribbon-cutting and dedication service held on ??? and ready to fill with Bible School students!!!!
Panama - Panama 100
Four churches finished and dedicated in 2024! Teams are scheduled and ready to complete multiple churches in 2025!
Philippines - Happy Horizons Children’s Ranch
Blueprints and plans are in the works for housing for girls who are graduating from the program and looking to continue their education.
Poland - 700 Cities Training Center
The building continues to progress. The outside finish on the building is underway and the sheetrock is almost complete in the interior. Water and electricity are expected to be connected to the building soon.
Scotland - Bridge Family Church
The cafe is complete and operating. The next phase of completing exterior landscaping and gathering space is ready to begin.
Serbia - Crossroads Rehabilitation Center
Water basin is dug, tile is down, and the building presses toward completion quickly.
Slovakia - Kendice Church
Work continues on the interior of the building. With funds in hand, the progress continues. Scheduling teams now.
Spain - International Media Ministries - Madrid
Work is ready to begin as soon as funds are available. Scheduling teams now.
Spain - Project Rescue Safe House - Melilla
Construction continues.
Spain - Barcelona International Church
Demolition continues. Scheduling teams now.
Spain - Mallorca Christian Center
Construction complete, but funding still needed!
Spain - The Garden: Missionary Respite House
Remodel projects continue. Scheduling teams now.
Sri Lanka - Navinna Church
Finished! Ribbon-cutting ceremony and dedication service took place June 2024!
Suriname - Powakka Church
Funding needed to finish construction.
Taiwan - Agape Church Plant - Zhunan
The church took out a loan in faith, and now the work is complete! Builders are working on funding to help them repay the loan.
Ukraine - Hope in Action Medical Ministry Center
Construction has begun again and as funding is available, the project will advance.
Ukraine War Reconstruction - Phase One
Funds are continually being sent to help rebuild churches across Ukraine.
Uruguay - Hope for Uruguay 100
Twenty-six churches completed, dedicated, and in use! Teams begin after missionaries return to the country from itineration soon.
Vanuatu - Tanna Mission Center
Construction is progressing full-speed ahead! The pastor/coordinating house and outdoor restrooms are finished. Now working to finish the ministry training center. Funding is needed to help this project cross the finish line.
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