The sun had set, and it was a time of night normally quiet on the Back2Back campus, but Hope parents were gathered around the soccer field as they watched their students play in a pick-up match. Nine pm is generally the curfew on campus, but after the day of laughter and connection they all shared,… Read more
Oaxaca, a town outside Mexico City, is 20 hours by car from Monterrey. Back2Back doesn’t currently partner with any homes or families in Oaxaca, but this didn’t stop a young woman from making big moves to chase a dream. Camila* made the 20 hour drive just over four years ago to enter Monterrey’s Hope Education… Read more
As Back2Back serves vulnerable populations globally, they strive for three distinct outcomes as holistic care is provided: dependency on Jesus, interdependency in their communities, and independent and sustainable living. These goals are worked toward in a number of ways, and ideally, every child and teen served would eventually choose to pursue each of their own… Read more
The atmosphere was quiet as water sloshed in bins. The sun melted into the horizon and the lights beneath the palapa were shining down on husbands kneeling before their wives. Sniffles were heard above the movement of water. It was the final evening of a weeks-long Bible study, and every husband who attended the retreat… Read more
Then Joshua called the twelve men from the people of Israel, whom he had appointed, a man from each tribe. And Joshua said to them, ‘Pass on before the ark of the Lord to your God into the midst of the Jordan, and take up each of you a stone upon his shoulder, according to… Read more
“I-I’ve never had hot food like this before. . . when I finish my plate, am I allowed to have more?” His big brown eyes looked up at his caregiver, his shy question floating between them. “Of course you can have more!” Martiza, his caregiver and “house mom,” said, putting her arm gently on his… Read more
Kike is a college graduate, a professional athlete, and qualified for the World Duathlon Championships held in Spain this year. He stands atop countless podiums with medals around his neck and trophies in his hand. Crowds cheer him on and other athletes ask him how he does it. They have no idea just how incredible… Read more
Trauma competency is a core component Back2Back staff are trained to offer every child and family they come alongside. These trainings allow staff to better understand addressing individuals from hard places who act out of their own hurts. It allows staff to help children and families take steps to heal emotionally in their own environments…. Read more
Bell ringing ceremonies at one of Mexico’s sites are a rite of passage and a true testament to how healthy and faithful community can make dreams become a reality. A young woman whose hometown is about 15 hours driving distance from Monterrey had a dream to one day help others with their mental and emotional… Read more
Volunteers are a critical part of the care provided to children and teens in Monterrey. As the foster care program grows in size and depth, volunteers recently stepped up for a local foster family who provide care for a young girl with visual impairment. Volunteers saw a need for a teacher and assistance in getting… Read more