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2026 Evangelism Events

2025 Evangelism Events

2016-2024 Evangelism Events

BTCA has partnered with Servicio-Oración-Salvación (S.O.S.) to assist in organizing evangelism events at sites BTCA visits during its ministry events. S.O.S is directed by Hermana Esther in Huixtla, Chiapas, Mexico.

About Hermana Esther López Anzueto

Director de Servicio–Oración–Salvación (SOS)

God placed a deep desire in my heart to serve others and share His Word, just as Jesus did. This desire was so strong and persistent that it never left me alone. I felt called not only to share the message but also to provide for the needs of those around me.

SOS began on December 23, 2016, with the goal of providing food to homeless people in Huixtla. That afternoon, only my nephews and I went out. There were 7 of us who started this ministry. Caleb, Levi, Alberto, Melchizedek, Daniela, Berenice, and I. They are the SOS pioneers, along with me, in this ministry. We went out onto the streets on foot, carrying a cooler with water and cakes to give away, and evangelism booklets. From that day on, I knew I needed to be part of this movement, do more for God’s work, and make the gospel known to others.

We started with our own resources. And so, little by little, some others joined. We created a savings fund in which we contribute 20 pesos every 15 days to buy materials and supplies for evangelism. To this day, we support the project in this way, but we also have some people who contribute either financially or with spaces for children’s events.

I want SOS to cover more places. We have supported churches in the Huixtla area and conducted outdoor activities for children on courts and in fields. We have also supported people in need with limited resources.

My idea is to extend the message of salvation to more people and in more places, and to help others develop their skills and find employment.

As in the case of sex workers, SOS would like to impart some trade or training that helps them to work and leave that place. Not only to them, but also to those who wish to learn, in this way, to be able to live and provide for their homes. Although this goal is still somewhat long-term, I am sure that with perseverance, persistence, and, above all, the help of God, who provides and opens doors, we can achieve it; that is my goal for the future, God willing.

2026 SOS Events

May 2026 Guatemala Mission

We are still on mission. After so many years, one thing has not changed: the privilege of opening the Word and proclaiming Christ. The privilege of meeting pastors, leaders, and members willing to learn, work, serve, and share with others, and to make Jesus known. New groups willing to learn through discipleship courses taught by Brother Ricardo Jaramillo. Thank you for praying, supporting, and walking with us.

“A heart surrendered to Jesus cannot remain indifferent to a humanity that walks without hope.” SOS Ministry, in support of the BTCA association (Ambassadors Breaking the Cycle), taught children at a kindergarten in Santiago Atitlán, Guatemala, how to brush correctly and, at the same time, shared about Jesus. We donated a dental hygiene kit and gifts to each child. Thank you to everyone who made this possible through generous contributions. Thank you to the school for receiving us and giving us the opportunity to share with the children. Thank you, Brother Ricardo Jaramillo, for allowing us to be part of this project.

May 8, 2026 Evangelism Event (Anexo)

On May 8, we returned to the Anexo, where there are people with different addictions: 15-year-old adolescents, young people, and some adults. We attended with hermano Ricardo and most of the SOS members. We offered refreshments: cakes and water. We also gave them a gift: a market bag containing toothpaste, toilet paper, cookies, a snack, a bar of soap, and candy. Hermano Ricardo provided his testimony and provided a time for questions. We asked them if they had their own bible, and some said they did not. SOS provided ten of the men with their own personal bible. We prayed with them, and the men stated that they were excited to have us visit.

How the Huixtla Anexo Operates

The Huixtla Anexo is a clandestine drug treatment center located in the municipality of Huixtla, Chiapas, operating under the informal “anexo” model common across Mexico. These centers are typically run by local residents, often former addicts themselves, and serve as alternatives to government-run rehab facilities, especially in areas with limited public health infrastructure KQED.

Anexo Operational Model

Informal and Unregulated: Anexos are not licensed medical facilities. They operate outside the formal healthcare system, often in private homes or rented spaces, and are not subject to the same oversight as public clinics KQED.
Community-Based Care: Many anexos are staffed by volunteers or family members of patients, creating a close-knit, community-driven environment. This can foster trust but also limits professional medical oversight.
Treatment Approach: Services may include detoxification, counseling, and social support, but the quality and safety of care vary widely. Some centers provide basic medical attention, while others rely on informal or unproven methods KQED.
Target Population: They often serve the working poor and marginalized communities affected by Mexico’s drug war, offering a place to seek help without the stigma or barriers of formal systems KQED.

Anexo Risks and Criticisms

Lack of Medical Oversight: Without formal accreditation, there is no guarantee of safe, evidence-based treatment. This can lead to unsafe practices or inadequate care.
Potential for Abuse: Some anexos have been accused of unethical practices, including coercion, exploitation, or even physical harm to patients KQED.
Dependency Risks: Because they are informal, patients may become dependent on the center’s services, making it harder to transition to formal care.

Anexo Role in the Drug War Context

In Huixtla and similar areas, anexos can serve as both a lifeline and a vulnerability. They may protect individuals from criminal networks by offering a safe space, but they can also be exploited by traffickers or corrupt actors, KQED.

In summary, the Huixtla Anexo operates as a community-run, informal rehab center, providing care in the absence of government support. While it can offer hope and protection to vulnerable populations, its lack of regulation and oversight means patients must be cautious and seek additional medical or legal guidance if needed.

April 4, 2026 Evangelism Event (Anexo)

On April 4, we went to the Anexo where there are people with different addictions: 15-year-old adolescents, young people, and some adults. We presented an evangelism drama, shared a reflection on Isaiah 53, and offered refreshments: cakes and water. We also gave them a gift in the form of a cross, inscribed with the biblical quote from St. John 3:16, and a candy inside, remembering that Jesus lives. At the end, we played games and dynamics with them. They asked us to come visit them and to share with them. Some asked forgiveness for their sins in prayer; God spoke into their lives again.

February 14, 2026 Evangelism Event (La Zona Rosa)

Good day, brothers and sisters in Christ. Today, I want to thank you for your prayers and share a brief testimony of the Evangelism activity on Saturday. It is called Zona Rosa because many bars are located there, and it’s the place where the sex workers are. God is really good, He opened the doors of these places so that we could enter and be able to share His word with these people, I believe that God spoke to their lives, many of them were crying during the reflection, others asked for prayer but all were attentive to the words, words spoken with love, with dedication and dedication to the work of God, words that highlighted God’s love for humanity and for them, words that pierced the hearts of these women and gave them the value and respect they deserve. We could see women hurting, wanting to be loved and valued, yet also needing God in their lives. Today, I can say with certainty that the word of God broke those hearts, and they were not empty. Now they know of a God who loves them and wants to transform their lives. God was present during this activity, and we believe He will complete the work. I appreciate your prayers, and please keep praying for them and for us so that we can continue to work and serve these people.

We gave them a cup with the biblical quote from St. John 3:16 inscribed on it. We wanted to give it to them because it is something they can keep and see every day, and thus remember that Jesus loves them.

Hermanas Mimi and Esther, hermanos Mario, Francisco, and Elías, and Pastor Solomon Salomón from Iglesia del Nazareno en Rancho Nuevo assisted. Other members of the group were also present.

Blessings, brothers and sisters, have an excellent day.

2025 SOS Events

December 5, 2025: At a hospital and at IMSS in Huixtla, we shared the message of salvation with the people; we brought coffee and bread, distributed brochures, and talked openly about Jesus.

August 16, 2025: We were in the central park of Huixtla, we handed out flyers, shared ice cream, and expressed the worship of God through music.

2016-2025 SOS Events

2016 (1 evento) inicio, 2017 (3 eventos), 2018 (4 eventos), 2019 (4 eventos), 2020 (4 eventos), 2021 (4 eventos), 2022 (3 eventos), 2023 (3 eventos), 2024 (2 eventos), y 2025 (3 eventos)