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MEXICO MISSION: January February 2026

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The Ruiz Family’s January and February 2026 update tells of God opening doors in villages near Tixtla de Guerrero, Mexico. Despite resistance, the Lord brought salvations, new ministry opportunities, a men’s conference, Bible Institute growth, and the sending of a young man to plant a church in Chilpancingo.

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MEXICO MISSION: November-December 2025

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The Ruiz family reports God’s provision and spiritual fruit in Tixtla de Guerrero during late 2025. Local believers began building the first mountain church by hand, and two groups now worship together on the site while praying for a pastor. In Tixtla, church upgrades supported the youth conference, where 80 to 100 teens attended and more than ten were saved. Despite challenges, the church continues to gather and see lives changed.

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MEXICO MISSION: September – October 2025

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From the high mountains of Guerrero, the Ruiz family shares how God opened new villages to the gospel, blessed their travels with a new truck, and began the construction of an adobe church. They ask for continued prayer as they balance reaching new towns with nurturing new believers, trusting the Lord to raise more laborers for His harvest.

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MEXICO MISSION: July – August 2025

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From cows sneaking into church to 368 kids hearing the Gospel, the Ruiz Family’s summer in Tixtla shows how God turns every surprise into a reason to praise. Vacation Bible School overflowed with children learning Scripture for the first time, and their travels from Mexico to California and Oregon overflowed with answered prayers, reunion joy, and God’s steady hand guiding each mile.

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MEXICO MISSION: May – June 2025

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The Ruiz family shares a joyful update from Tixtla, Mexico, highlighting summer rains, church growth, youth in ministry, and preparations for their largest VBS yet. Amid personal milestones and goodbyes, they continue to witness, serve, and give thanks for God’s faithful provision.

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MEXICO MISSION: March – April 2025

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After more than two decades of holding services in their home, the Ruiz family is now meeting on their new church property in Tixtla, Guerrero. Their first services were filled with visitors and celebration. Though there’s still work to be done, they rejoice in God’s provision and look forward to continued growth and ministry.

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MEXICO MISSION: January – February 2025

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The Ruiz family continues their faithful service in Tixtla de Guerrero, Mexico. From a powerful couples’ dinner to evangelism in the mountains and Acapulco, their mission work is thriving. This month’s update includes witnessing, baptisms, and the upcoming Friend Day celebration. Read more about how God is moving in their ministry.

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MEXICO MISSION: November – December 2024

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The Ruiz family shares their November-December 2024 journey from Tixtla, Mexico, filled with heartfelt ministry highlights, family adventures, and undeniable evidence of God’s faithfulness. From hosting their first youth conference with over 120 teens, witnessing life-changing commitments to God, and navigating a mountain mission trip to sharing the joys of family service and the challenges of construction, their update is a testament to the beauty of serving together for His glory.

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MEXICO MISSION: September – October 2024

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Amid heavy flooding and hurricane impact, the Ruiz Family shares how they’ve been able to meet both physical and spiritual needs, delivering meals and the gospel to those in shelters. Despite setbacks, their church building project and mission work in Acapulco continue to grow, along with a new home addition to support their family. This update highlights the power of God’s provision and the importance of sharing the gospel in challenging times.

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MEXICO MISSION: July – August 2024

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The Ruiz Family shares their July-August 2024 update from Tixtla de Guerrero, Mexico. From VBS with 350 kids to their ongoing church building project, the Lord is moving powerfully in their mission work. Despite challenges, including a family loss and heavy rains, they continue to trust in God’s provision and grace. The update also highlights visits from family, homeschooling, and witnessing God’s hand in both personal and community victories.

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