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Ministry Site Prayer & Donation List

Nicaragua

Thank you sincerely for your generosity to S.I. Nicaragua! Your donations empower us to meet deeply felt needs in the communities we serve. If your donation is for a specific ministry site: Please label and turn in at the base. Avoid distributing anything in the communities personally. We will process the donations on the first day of sites and get them distributed as soon as possible. General donations for the SI Base should be brought to the main building.

Agriculture
- Site Leaders: Holman Picado Munoz and Micah Wilson
- Prayer Requests:
  - The management and success of a new bee project.
  - Perfect weather for the farmers' crops.
  - Wisdom to lead the activities with the farmers in the AG site.
  - Favor in the two schools where we have started school gardens.
- Suggested Donations:
  - Second hand clothes for men, especially T-shirts and long sleeve shirts (sizes Med. & Lg.)
  - Caps/hats
  - 14mm staples for staple gun
  - Long leather gloves
  - Leather gloves
  - Tape Measures (8m)&(5m)
  - Bee Keeping tool kit (2)
  - Box Cutter Knives
  - Replacement box cutter blades
  - Pruning scissors
  - Hammers
- Site Description:
  - Holman and Micah are the site leaders for the agriculture site. Holman has a degree in agronomy, English and has also graduated from seminary. He is married to Elianor Navarette who is also on staff and serves in our education site, they have one daughter, Jassyris and one son, Elliot. Micah graduated with a degree in Civil Engineering and is currently attending seminary online. He is married to Taryn and they have two daughters, Grace and Scout. Holman and Micah are passionate about agriculture and seeing the success of farmers. They use agricultural practices to enhance the production of individual small plot farmers and wants to see them be transformed by the power of God.

Construction
- Site Leaders: Lastman Munoz and Carlos Martinez
- Prayer Requests:
  - For direction and discernment for the projects selected.
  - Discernment for balancing time in working and talking with the community members.
  - That these projects would provide a unique opportunity to share the Good News with people.
- Suggested Donations:
  - Pipe wrenches
  - Rachet set
  - Wrench set
  - Pliers (needle nose and regular plies)
  - Screw drivers (variety of heads and sizes)
  - Drill bit set
  - Bit set for screw gun (different head attachments for screw gun and drill)
- Site Description:
  - This site provides basic construction projects for families in needs within the communities we work. There is general maintenance done in the areas of; electrical, plumbing, metal roofing, masonry and carpentry. There are a variety of projects around the base, at our ministry site locations and for community members where we work. We spend a portion of time working but also a portion of time getting to know the family and ministering to their other needs.

Education
- Site Leaders: Eveling Gonzalez and Elianor Navarrete
- Prayer Requests:
  - 1. Restoration in the families of the children (marital relationships, family relationships, and relationships with the community)
  - 2. Faith growth of the children, teachers, and communities
  - 3. An effective and significant learning of the children in the subjects we Tudor (Spanish and Math)
- Suggested Donations:
  - Thermal Laminating Pouches 9'x11.5"
  - Plastic Toys (Animals, Food, Kitchen, Home, Tools, Cars, Family)
  - Decorations for Holidays (Mother's Day, Teacher's Day, Christmas)
  - Hand Sanitizer
  - Hand Wipes
  - 2 Good Staplers
  - Different Colors of Blank Invitation Cards
  - Cones 8"
  - Paints for Kids
  - Jewelry, Perfume, Makeup for holiday gifts (Mother's Day & Teacher's Day)
  - Hat, Tie, Cologne, Gel, Comb for holiday Gifts (Father's Day)
  - Clown Costume
- Site Description:
  - We currently offer tutoring in two communities. We are trying to help elementary age children master basic tasks such as reading and math. We also serve as a resource to the local school in providing follow up with the children and finding ways to be helpful at the school. During the activities time we also share bible stories and crafts that reinforce both biblical and academic principles. Through the academic interaction we are also able to visit the children in their homes and establish relationships with their parents in order to share the gospel at every level.

Health Care
- Site Leaders: Rebeca (Rachelli Cisnero) Diaz and Dr. Celia Hernandez
- Prayer Requests:
  - Vibrant health for both Celia and Rebecca
  - Rebecca’s English studies.
  - Holy Spirit’s clear guidance in Dr. Celia’s personal life and ministry.
  - Provision, peace, anointing and joy in doing God’s work.
- Suggested Donations:
  - Medicine:
  - Day time capsules (DayQuill)
  - Children's Acetaminophen
  - Children's Allergy relief
  - Cetirizine Tablet and Liquid
  - Naproxen Tablet
  - Hydrochlorothiazide Tablet
  - Florastor Kid
  - AZO soft gel
  - Allergy Relief (Lortadina tablet)
  - Excedrin Headache Relief
  - Meclizine tablets
  - Triple Antibiotic Cream
  - Hydrocortisone Cream
  - Pulmicort for a nebulizer
  - Ipratropium Bromide for a nebulizer
  - Omeprazol
  - Atacid
  - Pedisure
  - Orapred (15 mg)
  - Stomach Relief
  - Lice Shampoo Treatment
  - Liquid Soap for hands
  - Hydrogen Peroxide
  - Children's Vitamin C
  - Materials and Instruments
  - Large Letter Bible (Spanish)
  - Ziplock Bags (Snack and Sandwich)
  - Children's Toothbrushes
  - Children's Toothpaste
  - Portable Cautery Machine
- Site Description:
  - Dr. Celia and Rebecca serve patients at the clinic in the S.I. ministry center, El Faro. We work primarily with support groups for chronic patients and offer open consultation hours once a week. Home visits are a staple and we will be starting nutrition classes soon as well. There is time spent addressing physical needs and also the emotional and spiritual needs of many.

Microfinances
- Site Leader: Katia Bracamontes
- Prayer Requests:
  - For a site co-leader who has a background in finance and small businesses.
  - Spiritual awakening, restoration, unity and transformation in each woman and her family who is connected to this site.
  - Connections with skilled professionals willing to provide training for women eager to learn a skill.
- Suggested Donations:
  - 3 books by author Muhammad Yunus
  - - Un mundo de tres ceros (Spanish)
  - - Empresas para todos (Spanish)
  - - Creating a World without poverty (english)
  - 2 copies of devotional "La Armadura de Dios" by Priscilla Shirer (link provided)
  - Money donation to purchase a speaker - to play songs and videos on site
  - Money donation to make 12 small tables for sewing machines
  - Plain v-neck T shirts, solid one color (6 - size 16, 15 – Small, 25 - Medium, 30 - large, 10 - XL, 5 - XXL) We screen print on them and this is their shirt for the MF site
  - 80 Journals for mini retreat
  - Gifts for ladies mini retreat (body spray, body lotion, lipstick, etc)
  - Used, good quality clothes, purses and shoes for a yard sale
  - 4 sets of hair cutting equip (1 set = 1 hair cutting scissors + 1 hair clippers)
  - External Hard drive
  - Projector
  - Acrylic and Oil Paint
  - HP 644 Ink Cartridges (black & white, color)
  - Laptop backpack
- Site Description:
  - The micro-finance ministry works with women in three communities, providing financial education, followed by small business loans averaging $200, and savings accounts. With each loan paid back they qualify for a larger loan. In weekly meetings they participate in a Bible study, discuss issues in their businesses, and make payments on their loans. In addition to the weekly meetings, Katia reaches out to the women through personal home visits and spiritual care.

Physical Therapy
- Site Leader: Paul Beeghly
- Prayer Requests:
  - God will guide the development of the PT site to further his kingdom
  - Wisdom for Paul to be effective in even complex pain situations
  - Opportunities to share the Gospel
  - Peace and unity in Nicaragua
- Suggested Donations:
  - 9-Volt batteries
  - Free-Up massage cream
  - Paraffin Wax Refills
  - Electrodes for TENS unit
  - Wrist, thumb, finger braces/splints
  - OTC foot orthotics
  - Pediatric Exercise Ball (peanut shape)
- Site Description:
  - The physical therapy site serves the city of Nindirí and the surrounding communities through physical therapy treatment, home visits, and prevention/wellness education. Paul is a physical therapist with an orthopedic background but is quickly gaining experience in pediatric and neurological PT. The PT site splits time between a publicly run clinic in the city and a clinic at the SI ministry center in a rural area. Our goal is to promote spiritual and physical well-being within the communities we serve.

Sports
- Site Leaders: Joseph Delgado and Nestor Vega
- Prayer Requests:
  - 1) For a little boy in the group from Jocote, his name is Iker Sequeira. He is incredibly shy and doesn’t like playing with other kids. He still comes to the site but only wants to do puzzles by himself.
  - 2) For the community of El Raizon, we recently opened up there. Just pray for the openness of the young people as we start something new, that they would be receptive to hearing about the Good News
  - 3) For the leaders of the site, Joseph and Nestor, that God grants them humility, wisdom and a hunger to disciple others all the time.
- Suggested Donations:
  - 1. Sports shirts in different colors (ie: 10 green, 10 yellow...etc)
  - 2. Children's Sports Shoes
  - 3. Children's Hat
  - 4. Children's Shorts
  - 5. Table games (ie: chess, puzzles...etc)
  - 6. Soccer ball and Volleyball
  - 7. Baseballs
  - 8. Boxing chest protector
  - 9. Children's sandals
  - 11. Soccer Cleats (Youth)
  - 12. Bibles (Spanish)
  - 13. Small notebooks and pens for the children's verse notes
  - 14. Girl's t shirts
  - 15. Whistles and stopwatches
  - 16. Precision games (ie: ring toss...etc)
  - 17. Medals
  - 18. Arm sleeves for sun coverage
  - 19. Deodorants for children and youth
  - 20. Reusable Water bottles
  - 21. Ball pump
- Site Description:
  - Soccer and other sports are a bridge in this site to reach boys and young men, many who come from broken homes. Teaching biblical truth and doing physical activities are a focus each time we meet. We teach soccer, baseball, boxing and strategic games. Soccer teams have been formed in several different communities. Joseph and Nestor mentor the boys and provide strong male role models. The Sports Site is a safe place to socialize and learn to know God, their loving Creator.

Women's Social Work
- Site Leader: Elizabeth Montiel
- Prayer Requests:
  - Spiritual and physical strength for Maria Jose and Miriam.
  - That women and children reached by this ministry can find freedom and transformation in Jesus for their personal lives and their families.
  - Economic provision to buy supplies for the beauty classes.
  - Provision to celebrate the women completing beauty school with a Graduation Ceremony and celebration in December.
  - To find a new place to rent for the kids’ ministry in Piedra Quemada.
- Suggested Donations:
  - Brand New Supplies Needed For The Beauty School (very important):
  - -- 12 hair straighteners
  - -- 12 professional hair cutting scissors
  - -- 12 hair dryers
  - -- 12 hair clipper sets for men
- Site Description:
  - This site works to provide a safe haven for young girls, teenager and women. Most girls and women in the site come from homes that are broken, abusive and most often neglected. By teaching biblical principles concerning self-confidence, responsibility, sexual purity, wise decision-making, and character development, the women’s lives are transformed. We carry out this vision through home visits, Bible study, craft projects, and various other activities.

Base Shop
- Pliers
- Belt sander sand paper (3x18)
- Ratchet set (metric and standard)
- Tape measure with metric on it
- Star bits for drill driver (#10, #15, #20, #25), especially #10
- Corded drill
- Kitchen
- 15 - Kitchen towels (100% cotton, THICK TERRY, medium tones)
- Ziploc bags (gallon size)
- Cupcake liners
- Scotch-Brite heavy duty washing up pads (constant need)
- Commercial grade hand held mixer
- Flexible plastic cutting mats (extra thick)
- 2 Blenders (heavy duty)
- Stainless steel sauce pans w/lids
- (1 qt. 2qt. 3qt.)
- 2 Med. Lg. non-stick skillets
- Large cooking/serving spoons & spatulas
- Food storage containers w/lids
- 12 cup coffee pot
- Office
- Post-It Notes
- Erasers for white board
- Standard envelopes (easy close, security tint, 3-5/8x6 and
- 4-1/8x9-1/2
- Blue pens
- Pastoral Office / Staff Library
- U.S. postage stamps (constant need)
- Books available at www.christianbook.com
- Pasame Otro Ladrillo Charles Swindoll
- Libertad a Traves del Perdon Charles Stanley
- El ADN de las Relaciones Dr. Gary Smalley
- Guest Services
- 15 - 20 Hand towels (medium tones)
- Zippered pillow protectors
- First Aid
- Benadryll capsules
- Diphenhydramine
- Hydrocortisone Cream
- Lortadine
- Triple Antibiotic Cream
- Triple Antibiotic Cream with Anesthetic
- Cough Syrup
- Cough Drops
- Sinus Mucinex
- Vitamin C (small bottles - they go bad)
- Re-hydration packets
- Aleve/Naproxen
- Daytime non-drowsy cold/flu tabs or caps
- Nighttime cold/flu tabs or caps
- Motion sickness prevention meds
- Analgesic heat rub (Ben-gay)
- Pepto Bismol (tabs)
- Herbal laxatives or Fiber tabs
- Hand sanitizer gel (medium, large)