When we first started working in La Palma in 2004, there was one congregation in Ocotepeque with about 12-15 members, and the beginning of the La Palma congregation.

Now there is a congregation in La Palma with about 30 adults, one in San Ignacio with about 20-25 adults, one in Citala, just started, one in La Antigua with over 20 adults, and the one in Ocotepeque with around 50 adults.  These all have full-time preachers working them and most are growing.

It is time to plant another congregation and expand the borders of the Kingdom.  We looked at some towns and villages, but have selected Santa Anita as the place.  It is about 8 miles up the highway from Ocotepeque toward Guatemala.

Santa Anita was chosen based on geography and demographics.  It will be convenient for the other congregations to help work the town.  We visited the town and the people.  They were very receptive and welcoming, and they said they would be willing to attend it.

As a team, we prayed to God for wisdom, guidance, patience, and boldness as we develop a plan for this work.  We ask each of you to pray also for this venture.