Compassion International

Through Compassion International, We partner with a church in the Dominican Republic. Your sponsorship provides hope to that child in the name of Jesus Christ.

Our Partner Church: Iglesia Metodista Primitiva
The church was founded on 02-28-1998
Partnered with Compassion since 10-18-2016
City: Neyba
Closest Major City: Barahona
Serving children in the village of Los Cerros al Medio
Village population: 4,000
Primary Language: Spanish
Primary Ethnic Group: Mestizo

Community Context:

Economic: There’s a high rate of unemployment. The rate of poverty in Neyba is 74.5%. Most farm. The average family income per month is $101
Social: There are no recreational areas. Parents are not modeling a good example for their children.
Educational: There is no preschool. There is primary and high school.
Spiritual: There is social decomposition, a lack of moral & spiritual values.
Health: Deficiency in health centers and they are far from the community. The most common illnesses are Asthma, parasites, skin fungus, sickle cell anemia.

Your sponsorship allows the staff of Generación de Dios Center for Integral Development to provide your sponsored child with Bible teaching to learn of Christ, health screenings, vaccinations, health kits, hygiene training, school supplies, tutoring, music activities, sports activities, leadership development, and community service opportunities.

For more information, Contact the church office, mumc@mumctex.org.