This month some teams will be serving in Argentina and some will be serving in Paraguay. We will not know the details of where we will be staying or the ministry we will be partnering with until a few days before our travel to these countries.
Argentina is the largest Spanish-speaking country in South America and the 8th largest country in the world. It is a nation of immigrants, where the mix of languages and cultures have created something all its own.
Paraguay is home to swampland and vast wilderness. Though still highly influenced by its indigenous language and culture, there is a huge divide between the rich and the poor classes of Paraguay.
Past WR Ministry:
Community Development: The Gift of Family
School Ministry:Source of Light
FAST FACTS
ARGENTINA
Type of Government:
Republic
Capital City:
Buenos Aires
Population:
43,886,748
Currency:
Argentine peso
Language:
Spanish
Religion:
Roman Catholic 92% (less than 20% practicing), Protestant 2%, Jewish 2%, Other 4%
Major Industries:
Food processing, motor vehicles, consumer durables, textiles, chemicals and petrochemicals, printing, metallurgy, steel
PARAGUAY
Type of Government:
Constitutional Republic
Capital City:
Asuncion
Population:
6,862,812
Currency:
Guarani
Language:
Spanish, Guarani
Religion:
Roman Catholic 90%, Mennonite/Other Protestant 10%
Major Industries:
Sugar, Cement, Textiles, Beverages, Wood products, Steel, Metallurgic, Electric power
Their Greatest Need:
Argentina’s youth ages 15-24 is the largest it has ever been. The country is at a pivotal point where they can experience economic boom if they continue to educate and gainfully employ this working class. Argentina is also at a point where spiritual revival is needed and growing relationships with Jesus are crucial in order to experience the full blessings that God has planned for the people in this country.
Paraguay falls below the Latin American average in several socioeconomic categories, including immunization rates, potable water, sanitation, and secondary school enrollment, and has greater rates of income inequality and child and maternal mortality. Paraguay’s poverty rate has declined in recent years but remains high, especially in rural areas, with more than a third of the population below the poverty line.
Both nations ascribe to Roman Catholicism, but this religion often lacks a personal relationship with Jesus. Will you help me share His redeeming and relational love in Argentina and Paraguay?
Thank you Bryan Newkirk for sponsoring Argentina/Paraguay and joining me in sharing the redeeming love and freedom of the Gospel!
WORD FROM THE SPONSOR
“I know this journey is GOD sent. I know your calling to submit to Jesus Christ is foremost in your heart. I am willing to partner with you in any I can and picked these countries because I know you are excited to share the Gospel every where you go but that South America holds a special place in your heart. Go show the world GOD’S love, GOD’S compassion, and GOD’S grace. Love Dad.” -Bryan Newkirk
Please prayerfully consider uniquely joining me on this journey by sponsoring a country! If you have any questions on how to join me please comment/text/call/or email me!
God Bless!
