Bolivia Missions
In 2015, Lakeshore began an ongoing partnership with Pastors Ruben and Isabel Baldiviezo and the Faro Del Cielo Church in Santa Cruz, Bolivia. Over the years our partnership has provided the finances and additional manpower to accelerate the timeline of the building of the Worship Center by an estimated 90%. During our trips we have learned the partnership was more than simply building and finances, but it was indeed a supernaturally intertwining of our ministries. As chapter one of our partnership comes to a close with the completion of their Worship Center, we now turn our attention to chapter two, a ministry training center and homes for orphans in a village called, Peji.
Next Trip Opportunity
Supporting Bolivia & Beyond
We sense that Faro del Cielo in Bolivia is entering a unique season. While they finish their sanctuary and begin envisioning the Peji project, we felt led to pause trips to Bolivia in 2025. Instead, we’re focusing on prayer and fundraising to support their next steps.
Our Continued Commitment
- Fully Funded Air Conditioning: Praise God! We’ve committed to completing this by the end of this month, a much-needed addition for their ministry.
- Focused Support: This year, we’ll prioritize fundraising and prayer as Pastor Ruben and his team prepare for future growth, including launching new leaders, programs, and churches.
How You Can Get Involved
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Church Yard Sale (April 4th & 5th)
Join us for our Missions Yard Sale! Volunteers are needed to make this a success. -
Support the Bolivia Fund
Every contribution helps—big or small! If you would like to give towards the trip click here. -
Pray for Bolivia
Pray for Pastor Ruben, his family, and their leaders as they face spiritual pressures while seeing great ministry growth. -
Stay Connected
Reach out to our Bolivian friends. Encouragement goes a long way! -
Local Mission Opportunities
- Western NC Hurricane Relief: A weekend construction opportunity is in the works. Details coming soon.
- Gastonia & Catawba Work Days: Help spruce up our extension campuses.
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Foursquare Missions Trips (2025)
- Nicaragua (July): Led by Jeff Lamont. Kids ministry, evangelism, medical, and construction. Contact: Jlamont@foursquare.org.
- Mexico (Post-Easter & November): Led by Tom Nicademus. Minister to pastors and families. Contact: nicintime@gmail.com.
- Panama (August): Medical-focused trip led by Richard Farris. Contact: rfarris@foursquare.org.
- Albania & Africa: VBS and ministry opportunities. Contact Cheri Dunnigan at cdunnigan@foursquare.org.
- Egypt: Pastors Hany and Diana Asaad are leading two trips this year. You can join their efforts or support projects like children’s supplies and Mother’s Day gifts. Contact: EgyptProject@Proton.me.
Looking Ahead
While we’re sad to pause our trips to Bolivia, we are excited to give them time to plan for the Peji project and future growth. Please prayerfully consider how God may be leading you to engage in missions this year. Your talents and support make a lasting impact!
Past Trips
