'The spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor.' -Luke 4:18. Felicidades,

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2 Proclaim The Good News. That's what Pastor Armando Ponce has done in the city of Tijuana for the past 33 years. Together with his wife Adriana, they have shared the story of Jesus to literally thousands of people through their church, Cristo Arca de Salvación in Ejido Francisco Villa, and the 6 other churches they have had a part in planting. Pastor Armando was a part of the original group of Pastors that helped in the establishment of the Ministry Planning Board in 1985, when Amor began building houses in the Tijuana dump. It was the ministry's desire to expand throughout the city and Pastor Armando was instrumental in taking Amor further east. The Ponces have given their lives to proclaiming good news throughout their communities, where they have established churches, and come alongside Amor s ministry to keep families together through house building. Along with other Pastors from our locations in Mexico and South Africa, they have been a part of approving over 18,000 biographies. That's 18,000 families kept together! Scott and I have known the Ponce family for the past 32 years. So, it was a surprise to find out that the home Armando and Adriana were living in belonged to the church and they would need to make their home someplace else once they retired. This past spring that dream of having their own home came true when a group from England fulfilled for Armando and Adriana what they had been doing for other families over the years! This year's Christmas catalog is a tribute to the Pastors of the Baja Ministry Planning Board that serve beyond their local churches in working alongside Amor to keep families together. Pastor Armando, Pastor Mere and Pastor Cesar represent the cities of Tijuana, Tecate and Rosarito where it all began. As you look through this year's catalog we pray that you will give generously this Christmas. Amor's commitment to proclaim good news has not changed in our 37 years. Our partnership with local pastors is at the foundation for how we serve. And as we expand to other parts of the world, that partnership is more important than ever! 'The spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor.' -Luke 4:18 Felicidades, Scott and Gayla Congdon Founders

3 The pastors who partner with us by running the Ministry Planning Board are dedicated to their neighborhoods far beyond a Sunday service. Their time and efforts are poured out to help start missions, to create housing opportunities for their community, and to invest in their congregation. Justice is truly a lifestyle for them.

4 Pastor Hermenegildo Don Ureña, whom our community calls Pastor Mere, has come alongside Amor for 24 out of his 26 years as a pastor. He serves as the pastor of Iglesia Bautista Torre Fuerte, and helped found a mission in El Florido, Tijuana called Nueva Jerusalén. Pastor César Alejandro Nuñez has been working with Amor for the past 14 years. In addition to collaborating with Amor, Cesar pastors a church called Templo Cristiano La Mano De Jehová Sobre Nosotros, and helped co-found a mission in Tijuana called Siloé.

5 Provides a back pack full of school supplies. Provides food for a family for one month. Provides a blanket for a family.

6 By signing up for Impact 365, you are joining with hundreds of others who believe in a sustainable solution to fighting poverty. With just $15 a month, you are investing in the local economy. This investment creates housing and jobs which are proven to promote health, education, and a higher quality of life. How i365 Works

7 $3,500 A ONE TIME DONATION OF $3,500 BUILDS A HOME FOR A FAMILY AND CREATES 14 JOBS.

8 Amor would like to make it possible for 10 young Zulu women to participate in the 2018 Women of Strength trip in South Africa. Many of these young women know what it is like to be without a home. Imagine how powerful it would be for them to be a part of the WOS team in providing a home for someone in their own country.

9 Tortugas de Puerto Morelos, a sports club that includes wholistic development - emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual, that allow us to come alongside families we serve in Puerto Morelos, Mexico. Our first team is made up of girls and boys that are 7 to 8 years old that play flag football in the Organización de Futbol Americano del Sureste. Many of the kids come from families that have never been able to have them play on any sort of team because of the cost and / or time. With a donation of $300 USD, you will be sponsoring a young person to be a part of the Tortugas for a 4-month season (this cost covers new cleats, practice and game uniforms, league fees, etc.).

10 Amor Store & KTO Apparel We know that where we buy our t-shirts has an impact on the unity and wellness of families all over the world. With you, we can create justice in an industry that we all take part in. How we buy our clothes can build hope and can keep families together. est These organic, fair trade shirts were produced by one of Amor's partners, Know the Origin. KTO is a fashion company passionate about changing the way clothing is made, making sure that from cotton farmer to tailor, people are being treated with respect, paid fairly, and have the support they need for their families. Coming to the Amor Store in 2018!

11 Disrupt your Christmas with the 24 Days of Disrupt Advent Devotional. Download your copy today and do Christmas differently.

12 Do you start to sweat just thinking about all of the things you need to organize for your Amor trip? If so, then the Amor Impact Trip is for you! You bring your car, your clothes, your sleeping bag and a passport. That s it! With an Amor Impact Trip, you build a house alongside a family in just three days! One price covers building materials, a pre-poured foundation, tools, water, authentic Mexican food, tents, interaction with the community and world class support from Amor.