The Blind Shall See

Meet Rigoberto, his wife Beatriz, and their precious daughter, Beteli. They came with us from Oaxaca two years ago to complete their preparation for ministry in their home village of San Mateo del Mar. Rigoberto had suffered an accident as a young teen that left him blind in one eye. Since his arrival here, he has been losing sight in his other eye, and it had gotten to the point where he could barely see. The doctors said that it was beyond their expertise and would not attempt surgery.

Recently, an opportunity presented itself for treatment. A

group of specialists from around the world who are doing research and training at UCSD are donating time in Tijuana. They diagnosed his problem as a detached retina determined that he is a candidate for surgery. The Lord provided the funds for the highly reduced cost and he was operated on several weeks ago. Complications have left him blind. The doctors seem to have a ray of hope but are somewhat puzzled.

We believe that God is doing something but we are not sure what. Please pray fervently that God would heal Rigoberto!

On a fun note, the BI Talent Show is tonight--many of the students have been preparing their songs, skits, and dances for weeks! It should be a joyful, fun time for everyone!