Honduras is the third poorest country in the western hemisphere (behind Haiti and Nicaragua). Its economy rests on its coffee and banana exports. Lack of resources and cultivable land greatly hinders the economic progress of the country.
It has an estimated population of about 50,000. This small city is known mainly for its production of cigars and corn. Because of its altitude (2,673ft above sea level), the temperatures stay relatively cool for this topical region. Surrounded by mountains and gorgeous topical wilderness, it is certainly a beautiful place to live.
However, despite the breath-taking views, the skyline of mountains, and the sea of luscious green that surrounds you, what makes Danlí so special are the people. This town is filled with such warm, good natured and loving people. People are overjoyed to let you into their homes, share with you what little they have, and talk about their lives. They are open and kind. The children, though with so may responsibilities grow up too fast, are very quick to love and desperate to be loved in return.
We hope to help these wonderful people by sharing the love and truth of God, providing educational opportunities and assisting in civil projects, for example, developing access to safe drinking water. Sean and I will be working with a local church, growing their men's, women's and youth ministries and helping their many local aid efforts.
Sean and I feel very blessed to have the opportunity to live in this beautiful place and work with these beautiful people. We look forward to getting to work and helping the community in any way we can.
Sean and I feel very blessed to have the opportunity to live in this beautiful place and work with these beautiful people. We look forward to getting to work and helping the community in any way we can.
