Open Arms Hispanic Ministry has been consistently welcoming immigrants to the Wayne County area for 15 years now. Over the last three years immigration issues have become a more significant aspect of our work. Recent anti-immigrant rhetoric on the national scene has raised considerably the level of anxiety among the Hispanics who seek our services. …
An “Angel” Visits Dalton
What happens when the immigration authorities in Phoenix say they will release Pastor Antonio if someone pays $5,000 bond and keeps him for future court visits? Somehow Antonio’s family pays the bond, Haroldo Nunes helps with the freeing process, and the Tadeos take him into their home. They have a finished basement for family and …
I Want to Serve the Lord
Juan Carlos, a member of the Salem Church, met Nicolas Hernandez at work. Nicolas was invited to church and he began to attend regularly. Soon after, in a church service, he walked forward when an invitation was given to accept Christ as Savior. During worship time he would share about how he was witnessing to …
Tadeos Receive Everence Journey Award
Raul and Vanita Tadeo were named the recipients of the Regional Journey Award for Everence Northeast Ohio. This award recognizes that the Tadeos, who live in Dalton, have given generously of their time and talents to help others in their community. The Tadeos have modeled hospitality by helping Hispanics, new to the area find jobs, …