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cptlnpanamaIn Panama, the month of November is called the “Month of the Mother Country” because in this month people commemorate various important dates related to the transition ofPanama to an independent country. These includeIndependence fromSpain, the creation of national symbols and the Separation of Colombia. All these celebrations allow us to participate in many activities, as having a significant Christian presence in public events; it becomes a great opportunity to proclaim Christ through the witness and action.
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HOLISTIC WORK.
During the month of November, Christ For All Nations has treated people with different situations that have required counseling and spiritual counseling related to family problems, relationships, parenting. We are assured that doing the right thing by providing these people the opportunity to be heard and guided to a better situation with the help of the Word of God. _____________________________________________________________
VISIT TO OUTSIDE AREA OF PEDIATRIC SPECIALTY HOSPITAL.
During the visit to the outpatient area at Pediatric Hospital, forty-one people responded to the message about how we manage and strengthen our emotions after disasters and losses, while maintaining our confidence and hope in God who is our rock strong and where we can go at all times, especially in difficult times. Mr. Pedro said, “Thank God, in Panama, although we have experienced material losses, the lives of people have been preserved and this tells us that we are so blessed, but at the same time, we must be careful with the planet that God gave us to live.” The booklet shared was: “Dealing with Disaster” and the visit was made on Thursday November 24.
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PLANNING THE NEXT YEAR ACTIVITIES WITH THE MENTAL HEALTH NETWORK.
Representatives from 10 government and nongovernmental entities that are part of this network, including this ministry, met on Tuesday, November 9 to plan activities for next year 2012 as Mental Health Fair and seminars to aspiring keepers of prisons and construction workers of the Brazilian Odebrecht Company. At the same time was prepared the schedule for the meetings and activities with a full program of renovation and reinforcement of preventive mental health issues in our country. We thank God for being part of this group, since it opens the door to participate in mass events of great impact, where the Ministry is still the only Christian organization that proclaims our Savior.
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AREA COUNSELOR, REV. NILO FIGUR, VISITS PANAMA MINISTRY CENTER.
CPTN received the visit from the Rev. Nilo Figur, who was inPanama on 7, 8, 14 and 15 November. Despite the short time, the ministry had the opportunity to meet with Nilo, and the Chairman of our Board, brother Kenneth Peterson. _____________________________________________________________
STUDENTS FINISH BIBLICAL COURSES WITH RECOGNITION.
25 students of Sin Fronteras School were given certificates and recognition for completing the Bible course “Towards a New Life”, developed over two months. Additional study of this material, students participated in a social work providing support to various activities and school events. We thank God for the opportunity to share and teach His word to these young people.
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ABOUT CLIMATE CHANGE.
As part of the activities of the Geography Club of Jerónimo dela Ossa School, Professor Susana Pérez conducted the study of the booklet “Global Warming”, produced by the ministry. To complement this study, we presented a lecture on the subject and tasks were developed using this material.
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CHRISTIAN PRESENCE IN THE INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADES.
Representing the ministry, members of Project JOEL, participated with Jerónimo dela Ossa School during the parades. The ministry was invited to give the words of invocation during the celebrations of November 3 (Independence Day from Spain).
Students and teachers of Jesús en los Pobres School, located in the area of Loma Cova, participated on November 4 (Flag’s Day) with enthusiasm, carrying signs and wearing Panamanian costumes, accompanied by music bands. Ministry volunteers at school, especially the Miranda family, encouraged the parade with Project Joel signs.
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RECOGNIZING THE VALUE OF THE LEADERS.
A group of students from the Pedro J. Sossa School, who has been outstanding throughout the school year with a great youth leadership, completed the study of the Bible Course “Towards a New Life”, thus receiving their certificates and recognitions publicly during civic events of the school.
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“LEARNING TO BE BETTER” SEMINAR.
In order to promote and strengthen Christian values with students of Alfredo Minuto Cases High School, held a seminar entitled “Learning to Be Better”, incorporating fun teaching techniques through group dynamics, contests and games. Professor Tatiana Cornejo, volunteer of the ministry through Project Joel, led the seminars with outstanding results.
