A Joyful Visit, A Christmas Miracle, and a New School Year!

February was an exciting month for Gathering Hearts for Honduras! We had the incredible joy of welcoming four of our longtime board members—Tom and Janet Hagen, along with Mike and Janice Fellman—for a special visit to Honduras. Their timing couldn’t have been better! Not only did they get to experience our ministry firsthand, but they also arrived just in time to help us distribute long-awaited Christmas gifts to children in need. Plus, we kicked off a brand-new school year, welcoming fresh faces and growing our community. Come along as we share the highlights of this unforgettable week!

A Christmas Miracle: The Gifts Arrive Just in Time!

If there’s one thing we know, it’s that God’s timing is always perfect! Since December 24th, we had been waiting (and praying!) for a shipping container filled with Christmas gifts and much-needed supplies to be released. Finally, after nearly two months of delays, extra fees, and countless prayers, the container arrived—the day before our team and board members landed in Honduras!

Can you imagine the excitement? Tom, who had worked so hard to ship these gifts, finally got to see the fruits of his labor. He, along with our team, hand-delivered presents to children in remote villages—many of whom have never received a Christmas gift before. The joy on their faces? Absolutely priceless. It was a moment of celebration, gratitude, and pure Christmas magic (even in February!).

Old Friends, New Memories

For over 30 years, Tom and Janet Hagen and Mike and Janice Fellman have been dear friends and devoted supporters of Gathering Hearts for Honduras. As board members for the past 25 years, they’ve helped guide and grow this ministry—but this trip was extra special.

During their time in Honduras, they didn’t just observe the ministry; they jumped right in! Here are some of the incredible things they got to be a part of:

Graduation Day: They cheered on our students at the year-end graduation ceremony—such a proud moment!
Teaching & Encouraging:
Tom and Mike shared an uplifting Sunday morning message in the community of TEE.
Janet and Janice led a discipleship class for junior high girls and ministered to the TEE women’s group.
They also trained our church members on how to share their faith with others, equipping them to spread the Gospel in their own communities.
Building Lasting Connections: Meeting the people behind the ministry was life-changing for them. As Janice beautifully put it, “We all really enjoyed meeting the people there. Our hearts are definitely drawn more to pray and care for each of those we met.”

Moments like these remind us that Gathering Hearts for Honduras isn’t just about programs or projects—it’s about people, relationships, and faith in action.

New School Year, New Opportunities

While we were celebrating our board members' visit, something else exciting was happening—school was back in session! February marked the start of our English, Bible, and computer classes, and we were thrilled to welcome both new and returning students.

This year, nearly 200 students are enrolled, and here’s the best part—every class is an opportunity to share the Gospel. Already, we’ve seen students come to Christ, and discipleship groups are forming to help them grow in their faith. Education at GHH is about so much more than books and lessons; it’s about equipping students with knowledge, skills, and most importantly, a deep understanding of God’s love.

Join Us—Be a Part of Something Bigger

None of this would be possible without YOU. Your prayers, support, and generosity keep this ministry thriving and allow us to continue reaching communities in Honduras with education, discipleship, and the love of Jesus.

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Thank you for being on this journey with us. Together, we are Gathering Hearts for Honduras!