Luis
Viracacha, works with Juntos installing and building the sand filters.
He, a native of Colombia, provides the sanitation and hygiene
classes for all who receive a filter. Luis is a very self
motivated individual who enjoys helping the community understanding the
need and importance of clean water. This position provides some of his
monthly support needed for him and his family to live on the island of
Bocachica, while doing mission work.
Some back ground history of Luis and his family.
Luis and
his wife Adriana were struggling in many aspects of their life in Bogota, 9 years ago gave their life to
the Lord. Knowing things they needed to overcome could only happen with
the help of Him. They started attending church regularly, and seeking
discipleship from the leaders of their church. With their hunger they grew
in their faith and knew the importance of sharing the gospel with all
they can.
Three years ago they
moved from Bogota to Bocachica to start working as missionaries. Their
family is 100% immersed in the community and have a heart to share the
Word with others.
Luis, in addition to working
with project Juntos, also works with El Shaddey, a local after school
program here on the island. He is a teacher for the youth ages 15-18. He
mentors the youth as well as provide resources and help to the families
of these youth. He has a passion for this age group. He helps influence
them to make good decisions in regards to their life choices. On the
weekends he does a sports program with the children of Bocachica. While
teaching sports to the children he teaches them to have respect for
others, themselves and their family. He also encourages them to stay in school
and also shares the Word with them weekly.
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| Some of Luis's group of youth from El Shadday hanging out with the team from Maryland. |
His
wife Adriana also is a teacher of El Shadday, and she helps particular
kids that are falling behind in school. She tutors kids who struggle
with reading and math. She also makes baked goods and sell them on the
island.
Luis, Adriana, and their son Juan, are very active in their church here and support other churches in the community.
We would like to share a little about the families that recently received filters that Luis has worked on. Thanks to Feed the Hunger Burlington NC, for donating them!
Mr. Erlei Otero Diaz wanted to better his hygiene for him and his family which have started with consuming clean water. The two youth Donairo and Erlei Jr. have enjoyed the process of filter making they sometimes volunteer their time to help Luis wash sand for other filters.
Othenel's family states their sanitation and hygiene have improved due to receiving a bio-sand filter.
Please join us in praying for the De La Rosa family. On Wednesday July 1st, this little boy passed away due to ongoing health issues. This family heard in the community about the benefits of the bio-sand filters, and asked to receive one to better their hygiene and sanitation for their family.
Thank you for your support to our family and project Juntos! We are blessed to work here in Bocachica bringing families a way to have clean drinking water! If you would like to donate a filter to a family in need please contact us through our email: ariel.family.mission@gmail.com
In Him,
The Ariels
