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The Mission:
A group of 15 young adults are going on a trip to Acuña, Mexico this summer from June 20th to 26th! From June 22nd to 24th, we will build a 2-bedroom house (concrete foundation, insulated walls, electrical, windows, etc.) from the ground up for a low-income family. By building this house, we will be able to share the love of Christ in such a tangible way which will open a door for a local pastor to minister to them.
During the build days, the team will learn many construction skills, will be able to interact with the family and local kids, and be able to connect with college students from other congregations! On the dedication day, the family will receive a Bible, the keys to the house, and there will be heartfelt exchanges, pictures, and so much joy rooted in Christ’s love!
Students Attending:
From Campus Lutheran, there are 4 students attending: Brennen Pierce, Josh Roeglin, Emma Roeglin, and Brian Heisner.
A group of 15 young adults are going on a trip to Acuña, Mexico this summer from June 20th to 26th! From June 22nd to 24th, we will build a 2-bedroom house (concrete foundation, insulated walls, electrical, windows, etc.) from the ground up for a low-income family. By building this house, we will be able to share the love of Christ in such a tangible way which will open a door for a local pastor to minister to them.
During the build days, the team will learn many construction skills, will be able to interact with the family and local kids, and be able to connect with college students from other congregations! On the dedication day, the family will receive a Bible, the keys to the house, and there will be heartfelt exchanges, pictures, and so much joy rooted in Christ’s love!
Students Attending:
From Campus Lutheran, there are 4 students attending: Brennen Pierce, Josh Roeglin, Emma Roeglin, and Brian Heisner.
The Family We’re Building For:
The Noe Gomez Martinez Family
Noe Gomez Martinez - 46 years old - Construction Worker
Carla Julisa Davila Medina - 33 years old - Office Worker
Noemi Gomez Martinez - 62 years old - Mother
The pastor chose this family because they live in very bad conditions but are still faithful in serving at the church. They make $184/week.
The Noe Gomez Martinez Family
Noe Gomez Martinez - 46 years old - Construction Worker
Carla Julisa Davila Medina - 33 years old - Office Worker
Noemi Gomez Martinez - 62 years old - Mother
The pastor chose this family because they live in very bad conditions but are still faithful in serving at the church. They make $184/week.
Prayer Itinerary for Casas por Cristo Summer Mission Trip to Acuña, México
June 20 – June 26, 2026
We invite you to pray daily with us and for us as a team of young adults from several congregations travel to Acuña, México, to serve the Noé Gómez Martínez family by helping build a two-bedroom home from the ground up. Noé Gómez Martínez, Carla Julisa Dávila Medina, and Noemí Gómez Martínez have remained faithful in serving their church even while living in very difficult conditions. We pray this home becomes a tangible expression of Christ’s love, showing the love of Jesus in a way the family can see and feel, and opening a door for a local pastor to continue ministering to them. We value your presence with us in thought and prayer.
Saturday, June 20th (Travel – – St. Louis to Austin, TX))
† Pray for good health and safe travel for all team members, including those driving from St. Louis and those flying to Austin.
† Pray for patience, flexibility, and unity as the team gathers and prepares to serve as the hands and feet of Jesus.
† Pray for team member: Brennen Pierce
Sunday, June 21st (Travel to Del Rio, cross the border, and arrive in Acuña)
† Pray for a smooth and safe border crossing, and that the team would be protected, wise, and calm throughout the day.
† Pray for Paul Cordes and Hannah Hiers, our Casas missionaries, as they lead, guide, and serve alongside the team in México.
† Pray for team member: Emma Roeglin
Monday, June 22nd (Build Day 1 – Foundation, concrete, and framing)
† Pray that the first day of building would go smoothly as the team begins the foundation, pours concrete, cuts lumber, and frames walls.
† Pray that we would serve with humility, joy, and willing hearts, remembering that even simple tasks can make us instruments of God’s mercy.
† Pray for team member: Josh Roeglin
Tuesday, June 23rd (Build Day 2 – Walls and roof structure)
† Pray for strength, endurance, and teamwork as the team continues building in the heat and works together on the walls and roof structure.
† Pray for Noé, Carla, and Noemí by name, that they would feel seen, loved, encouraged, and surrounded by the peace of Christ.
† Pray for team member: Brian Heisner
Wednesday, June 24th (Build Day 3 – Roofing, insulation, electrical, windows, and doors)
† Pray for safety, focus, and energy as the team works with tools, roofing, electrical, insulation, windows, and doors.
† Pray that our words, attitudes, and actions would reflect Christ as we interact with the family, local children, Casas missionaries, and students from other congregations.
† Pray for team members: Brennen Pierce and Emma Roeglin
Thursday, June 25th (Final build work, dedication, border crossing, and travel toward St. Louis)
† Pray that the home can be completed well and that the dedication would be filled with gratitude, joy, and the peace of Christ.
† Pray that as Noé, Carla, and Noemí receive a Bible, the keys, and their new home, God would bless this house and continue working through the local pastor and church.
† Pray for team members: Josh Roeglin and Brian Heisner
Friday, June 26th (Travel – Drive back to St. Louis)
† Pray for safe travel, alert drivers, and good rest as the team returns home after a full week of service.
† Pray that the love of Christ we witnessed and shared in Acuña would continue shaping our faith, our witness, and our life together back home.
† Pray for team members: Brennen Pierce, Emma Roeglin, Josh Roeglin, and Brian Heisner
Saturday, June 27th (Rest, Reflection, and Continued Witness)
† Pray for rest and renewal for the team after a full week of travel, building, and serving.
† Pray that the Lord would continue to bless Noé, Carla, and Noemí in their new home, and that the love of Jesus shown in Acuña would keep bearing fruit through the local church.
† Pray that each team member would return home changed, ready to keep serving as the hands and feet of Jesus in their own communities.