Posts by Jailinne Martinez

I grew up in a Christian family. My father was the pastor of a church in La Vega, and it was normal to see people go to serve. My church served in our community, in prisons, and to the brethren of the church. I never wanted to go, even though inside I was afraid that…

During this semester I have had the opportunity to serve in different areas – at home, at church and in the co One of the things that God has worked in my heart is to know that service is not only when I help the community but also when I serve my brothers and sisters…

The pandemic was undoubtedly one of the craziest experiences I have ever had! I felt uncertainty of not knowing what was going to happen and what was happening. Covid-19 spread so fast and so brutally that it was terrifying. When our government started to take drastic measures like closing the country, shutting down local businesses…

I can say that during the pandemic God blessed me by giving me life and health. I am still here by His grace and mercy. God took care of me and my family and has supplied us with joy and love. There are not enough words to thank Him for the simple fact of knowing…

My experience during the pandemic was challenging. It taught me that God’s plans are good and that we cannot question them. In moments of total chaos that was hard to understand, but I trusted Him. The pandemic helped me start praying for others and the whole situation. My relationship with God grew. I felt closer…