Sidewalk Chalk and Sewing Machines: God’s Work in Puerto Valdivia, Colombia

What began with meals and simple acts of kindness in Puerto Valdivia, Colombia, has grown into a story of deep relationship, restored dignity, and lasting transformation. Through Mission Colombia, children are receiving nourishment, families are finding hope, women are gaining vocational skills, and communities are experiencing the love of Christ in tangible ways. From sidewalk chalk and Children’s Day celebrations to a thriving community kitchen and a new sewing school, God is restoring joy where hardship once prevailed. Three years after first arriving in a struggling neighborhood, Mission Colombia is witnessing faith, stability, and hope take root in powerful ways.