Description:

The Church of the Nazarene in Huito, Ecuador, seeks to meet both spiritual and economic needs through a new project. They plan to evangelize communities in the province of Pastaza through the production and commercialization of handcrafted items made from thorny oysters (mullos) and Amazonian seeds.

By empowering local artisans, especially women, the project will strengthen community capacities, promote cultural heritage, and create new income opportunities. At its core is community evangelization, which serves as the driving force behind two additional components: artisanal production and artisanal marketing.

Participants will receive training, raw materials, and support for selling their crafts, which is essential since there are marketing challenges in remote communities. A Christian artisan skilled in using natural Amazonian materials will lead these training sessions, working closely with local families and the Women’s Ministry of the Church of the Nazarene.

Evangelism is integrated into all stages of the project; through group workshops, individual home visits, and ongoing spiritual mentorship. The church plans to nurture both the participants’ hearts and their hands.

This strategy will initially serve local Nazarene churches in jungle communities including Huito, Villano, Santa Clara (Kadosh), Pindus, Veracruz, and Canelos, with the goal of expanding throughout the Amazon region. By equipping pastors and congregations with this holistic approach, the project opens new pathways to share the gospel while promoting dignity, purpose, and sustainability in vulnerable communities.

Thank you for your support for Nazarenes sharing about Jesus in practical ways in Ecuador!