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Serving in San Vicente
Email: bajadave49@yahoo.com
Dave & Lynne were active in their church and community for 28 years before
God moved them to Mexico. The couple had considered missions several
times during those years but God had plans for them in Oregon. In 1993
Dave drove the bus for a youth missions trip to Mexico. A short time later
the Johnsons began leading short-term teams and quickly got excited to see
how God was changing lives. Little did they realize that God was soon going
to change their lives more than they could have imagined. While on a trip to
Mexico they were challenged to consider a full-time position in Mexico. After
just two short months they began the application process. Within two
more months they had been accepted and began plans to move to Mexico.
As part of Mexican Medical's Baja team the Johnsons live and minister in
San Vicente. San Vicente is 140 miles south of San Diego, CA. Even though
it is not far in distance from the USA, life is very different. This community
is mostly indigenous peoples who are originally from other parts of Mexico.
Many are working in agriculture for one season, and then return to their
homes.
During the time they have served in Baja they have used "Community
Health" education as a tool to share about Jesus and his love. As a result of
this format, and God's provision, they have developed a wonderful working
relationship with the government health care system. With the mobile dental
unit, which they manage, the health care system has often provided a dentist
and taken them to locations which they would not be allowed into alone. The
Johnson's have been invited into the local grade school to teach "Community
Health." This program is continuing and has expanded to include programs
for the parents.
Dave & Lynne host both medical and short term teams from the USA and
partner with local churches and governmental agencies to minister to the people
of Mexico. These teams are a valuable assistance for outreach events.
Families and individuals are welcome to come with the idea of serving in this
ministry. Would you be willing to come and serve with them?
Field address:
Dave & Lynne Johnson
Mexican Medical
7850 Lester Ave
Lemon Grove, CA 91945
E-mail
bajadave49@yahoo.com
Ministry-at-a-Glance
Primary Ministry Focus: Assisting churches-Evangelism-Short-term teams
The people: Indigenous and lower to middle income
Major Challenges: The difficulty of communicating God's amazing love
with people who have been taught to fear the spirits.
Prayer Focus: Wisdom for Dave & Lynne as they serve with local pastors
and continue building relationships.
Teams: Short term and medical teams to assist and expand their ongoing
ministry.
Full-time: June 2002
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Johnson Journal August 2010.pdf
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Johnson Journal June 2010.pdf
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Johnson Journal April 2010.pdf
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Johnson Journal Feb. 2010.pdf
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Johnson Journal Dec 2009.pdf
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Johnson Journal August 2009.pdf
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