Damas Juntas: Hope Restored
In Don Bosco, God is writing powerful stories of transformation through the ministry of Damas Juntas. Pastor André recently shared one testimony that captures the heart of what’s happening:
Two women came to the church searching for more than just help—they were searching for hope. One had spent over a year in prostitution, carrying exhaustion in her heart and searching for a remedy that could replace the emptiness she was faced with daily. The other woman had been facing years of family conflict, and communicated that she had a deep desire to find peace in the midst of so much strife among her family members.
When they approached the pastor, they weren’t met with judgment or interrogation. Instead, they were met with compassion. Alongside him stood a faithful leader— a woman of prayer and discernment. Together, guided by the Holy Spirit, they invited these women into a transformation group, a safe space designed to bring restoration—not only spiritually, but also emotionally and socially.
Inside the small women’s group known as Damas Juntas, the atmosphere became one of healing. The gospel was shared with tenderness and truth. In that space, both women recognized their need for a Savior. With broken hearts, they surrendered their lives to Jesus Christ and have found not just freedom but also support amongst the small group of women who have also carried heavy burdens.
Today, this group consists of just five women—but each story carries immeasurable value. What God is doing in Don Bosco is a reminder that it’s not about numbers; it’s about lives forever changed. Even if only one woman finds hope, heaven rejoices. And right now, we get to witness that joy multiplied!
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Densia’s Story
Esterline’s story began in a place of deep fear and uncertainty. His mom was very sick, and their family had already spent everything they had trying to help her; going from place to place, even to a voodoo doctor, hoping something would work. But nothing changed. She was still just as sick, and they were left with no money and no answers. In the middle of dealing with his mother’s illness and his own desperation for her to get better, Esterline cried out to God. “If you save my mom,” he prayed, “I will follow you for the rest of my life.” Not long after, he asked his small group leader and their village champion to come to his home and pray. As they stood together and lifted up his mom, something powerful happened. Not just physically, but spiritually. In that moment, she chose to put her trust in Jesus.And things began to change. Day by day, her health started to improve… until she was completely healed. But the story doesn’t stop there. Esterline remembered the promise he made. He went to the village champion and said, “I need Jesus. I remember my promise to God.” And he chose to follow Him. Now, instead of fear filling their home, there is joy. Instead of searching for answers, they have found hope. Together, they go to church. Together, they worship. What started as desperation turned into a story of healing.
March was packed, and we can’t wait to tell you about it! Over the course of the month of March, 361 team members came alongside the work in the Dominican Republic, helping serve 1,535 people through medical care and reaching 746 more through Strategic Ministry Time. We welcomed over 2,200 kids into Kids Club, and most importantly, we celebrated 61 people who made the decision to follow Christ! While in the community of Los Higos, one of our teams spent time with a couple who are both battling cancer. After spending most of their savings on medication, they were often left without enough money to even buy clean drinking water. Through local church leaders, we were able to reach their home and give them a water filter that will provide safe, clean water for the next 10 years. As the team shared how the filter takes water that isn’t safe and transforms it into something clean and pure, they explained how Jesus does the same in our lives—washing, restoring, and making us new. Sitting there in their home, the couple was moved to tears. In that moment, both chose to accept Christ. We are so thankful for every team member that came down, ready to serve, share the Gospel and bring hope to every man, woman and child across the Dominican Republic.
