We spent that first night at the Paz Family hotel in San Pedro and then Sunday morning we took them out to our house in Los Portales for a time of discussion and prayer. In talking to Nelson it is very clear that he has had experience in developing a church and leading its people into discipleship.
An hour before the service at our village church, one of the members brought a meal for all of us, including the Paz family. Again it was a good time of fellowship and a further opportunity to get to know the pastor and his wife before the service began at 3 PM. Nelson did not preach this first Sunday; actually this was Selvin’s (Luis’s son-in-law) last Sunday to preach for a while. Nelson and Juliza did introduce themselves, gave information about their background and their plans while they are here.
Since the parsonage is not yet finished the Batista’s are staying at the Paz Hotel in San Pedro Sula. Gathering Hearts donated a significant amount to get the parsonage finished.