Countdown to Honduras: Launching September 17th
How We’ll Be Serving
Here’s a glimpse of what our time in Honduras looks like:
We will be teaching and training in schools, leading career days in local public schools and showing students what it looks like to live as a Christian in the workplace—whatever that workplace may be. Our team will bring props, visuals, and activities to make the lessons fun and memorable.
We will also host economic empowerment workshops, dedicating several of our days to helping small businesses and entrepreneurs grow and thrive. From marketing and pricing for a sewing co-op, to brainstorming ways shopkeepers can attract customers during slow seasons, we’ll equip and encourage people who are working hard to provide for their families.
We will be teaching and training in schools, leading career days in local public schools and showing students what it looks like to live as a Christian in the workplace—whatever that workplace may be. Our team will bring props, visuals, and activities to make the lessons fun and memorable.
We will also host economic empowerment workshops, dedicating several of our days to helping small businesses and entrepreneurs grow and thrive. From marketing and pricing for a sewing co-op, to brainstorming ways shopkeepers can attract customers during slow seasons, we’ll equip and encourage people who are working hard to provide for their families.
In the church, our team will train leaders on how to create engaging lessons for children and youth. We’ll share practical ideas like games, props, and teaching tools to help kids not only pay attention—but also connect deeply with God’s Word.
We will spend time caring for the elderly by hosting workshops for elderly women in the community. Together, we’ll share encouragement, lead games and exercises, and spend intentional time praying for their needs.
We will spend time caring for the elderly by hosting workshops for elderly women in the community. Together, we’ll share encouragement, lead games and exercises, and spend intentional time praying for their needs.
In villages like Guangolola, we’ll provide health and wholeness training, teaching on personal hygiene and overall wellness. These lessons will empower women and families with knowledge that can prevent illness and improve quality of life.
Throughout the trip, our team will step into homes and neighborhoods for home visits and prayer walks. These simple but powerful moments give us a chance to listen, encourage, and pray with families, often becoming the most meaningful parts of the trip.
Throughout the trip, our team will step into homes and neighborhoods for home visits and prayer walks. These simple but powerful moments give us a chance to listen, encourage, and pray with families, often becoming the most meaningful parts of the trip.
Every evening, we’ll gather for worship and fellowship as a team, closing each day with devotions and debriefing. We’ll also join local congregations in worship—including a Sunday evening service in Tela—celebrating the unity we share in Christ.
Why This Matters
This isn’t just a trip—it’s an opportunity to deepen relationships, strengthen the local church, and come alongside our BeFriend partners who serve faithfully in Honduras year-round. Our prayer is that we would leave more than “footprints on the sand.” We want our presence to encourage, equip, and point people to the hope of Jesus.
Why This Matters
This isn’t just a trip—it’s an opportunity to deepen relationships, strengthen the local church, and come alongside our BeFriend partners who serve faithfully in Honduras year-round. Our prayer is that we would leave more than “footprints on the sand.” We want our presence to encourage, equip, and point people to the hope of Jesus.
2025 Honduras Team
The Latest From Tela - August 2025
Tela Christian Church is all-in when it comes to making disciples.
Their heart for the community is seen in the public schools they serve and the growing network of home churches they’re planting. Right now, a home church in the La Flor neighborhood is ministering to 10 people each week, while another in Las
Lomas is faithfully serving 5.
It’s not about numbers — it’s about lives being transformed, one living room at a time.
Their heart for the community is seen in the public schools they serve and the growing network of home churches they’re planting. Right now, a home church in the La Flor neighborhood is ministering to 10 people each week, while another in Las
Lomas is faithfully serving 5.
It’s not about numbers — it’s about lives being transformed, one living room at a time.
Pastor Adolfo and his team gave the building a bold upgrade, painting the roof a vibrant new shade of red that stands out in the community. Inside, the momentum keeps growing — they’ve added a brand-new seamstress table for fabric cutting and are preparing a space for a direct drive sewing machine coming soon.
Lesby is already leading seamstress classes, equipping members with valuable skills and opening doors for entrepreneurship. This is more than just a makeover — it’s a movement, empowering the congregation to create, provide, and build brighter futures.
Lesby is already leading seamstress classes, equipping members with valuable skills and opening doors for entrepreneurship. This is more than just a makeover — it’s a movement, empowering the congregation to create, provide, and build brighter futures.
April Updates 2025
Last month, Pastor Jacob and his team had the incredible opportunity to spend time with Pastor Adolfo and Lesby. They were blessed to share a meal together, connect with the community, and engage in meaningful conversations and prayer. Most importantly, they were able to invite the children in the area to join them for a Bible study—an experience that was both powerful and inspiring. We are beyond excited and filled with gratitude to partner alongside Wilmington Church of Christ as we continue to serve and make a lasting impact in the community in Tela.
About Our Ministry Partner: Tela Christian Church
What is life like in Tela?
Tela is located on the Caribbean coast of Honduras, where a popular local saying goes, "In the sea, life is tastier." This couldn’t be more true for the people of Tela. The community thrives on fish and seafood from the sea, and they take great pride in it.
The tourism industry plays a vital role in the local economy, thanks to the beautiful beaches and abundant fresh seafood. On weekends, the area fills up with tourists eager to enjoy the beaches, savor coconut bread, indulge in the best seafood from charming local restaurants, and experience authentic entertainment. This is a place where you won’t find chain restaurants – it’s all about local flavor and culture!
Tela is located on the Caribbean coast of Honduras, where a popular local saying goes, "In the sea, life is tastier." This couldn’t be more true for the people of Tela. The community thrives on fish and seafood from the sea, and they take great pride in it.
The tourism industry plays a vital role in the local economy, thanks to the beautiful beaches and abundant fresh seafood. On weekends, the area fills up with tourists eager to enjoy the beaches, savor coconut bread, indulge in the best seafood from charming local restaurants, and experience authentic entertainment. This is a place where you won’t find chain restaurants – it’s all about local flavor and culture!
What are the challenges Tela faces?
While Tela has much to offer, it has also faced significant struggles. The COVID-19 pandemic hit the community hard, and recovery is still in progress. With the economy heavily reliant on tourism, the pandemic brought a halt to tourism activity, and it has yet to fully bounce back to pre-pandemic levels.
Despite its natural beauty, many neighborhoods in Tela are underdeveloped, lacking essential services like healthcare and safe public drinking water. The impact of poverty is also felt by many residents, adding to the community’s challenges as they work to recover and grow.
While Tela has much to offer, it has also faced significant struggles. The COVID-19 pandemic hit the community hard, and recovery is still in progress. With the economy heavily reliant on tourism, the pandemic brought a halt to tourism activity, and it has yet to fully bounce back to pre-pandemic levels.
Despite its natural beauty, many neighborhoods in Tela are underdeveloped, lacking essential services like healthcare and safe public drinking water. The impact of poverty is also felt by many residents, adding to the community’s challenges as they work to recover and grow.
Pastor Aldofo & Lesby
Tela Christian Church is located in Nuevo Amanecer and has been serving the community for 12 years. The land for the church was generously donated by a local family, and the community contributed funds to cover most of the construction costs.
Over the years, Tela Christian Church has made a positive impact on the local community, though it has faced its share of challenges. The previous two pastors had to step down due to moral failures, which brought hardship to the congregation. However, the church has recently experienced a renewed sense of excitement and energy with the arrival of a new pastor, bringing fresh hope and vision for the future.
Over the years, Tela Christian Church has made a positive impact on the local community, though it has faced its share of challenges. The previous two pastors had to step down due to moral failures, which brought hardship to the congregation. However, the church has recently experienced a renewed sense of excitement and energy with the arrival of a new pastor, bringing fresh hope and vision for the future.
Pastor Adolfo is a former student of Ocotillo Christian School, and his wife, Lesby, once lived at Lifeline Children’s Home in Omoa, Honduras. Together, they have two children. Tela Christian Church is the only church in the area and has a strong relationship with the local public school, Francisco R. Benedith, allowing them to host events within the church facilities.
