Life in Honduras is difficult at best.  The current political unrest brings more uncertainty to the lives of the people in Honduras.  While most of the effects of the unrest are felt in Tegucigalpa, there are times when the government enforced curfews effects life at Jovenes en Camino.  When all businesses are forced to close for days at a time; no food can be purchased, buses don`t run, no gasoline is sold, there are no government offices open, no schools open.  The military police set up road blocks so that it is difficult to travel.  When the troubles flare up, employees of Jovenes en Camino that live in the city cannot come to work.  The kitchen staff must ration food because there have been no deliveries to the stores and fear of food shortages are a real concern.  The children do not attend school. This all began when President Zelaya decided to extend his term as President by asking the people to vote to change the constitution.  The congress declared this unconstitutional and the military police then escorted Zelaya to Costa Rica and the Head of Congress, Micheletti was put into office as the interim President.  This standoff continues because Zelaya has support from Venezuelan president Hugo Chavez and even the U.S. State Department.  Many people and countries are asking why Honduras is not allowed their democracy.  The OAS has been involved in trying to help with negotiations, by asking Nobel Peace prize winning Oscar Arias, President of Costa Rica to mediate in talks so that a resolution could be found.  There has been no resolution.

 

Usually Jovenes en Camino is blessed with many visiting brigades and mission work groups that generously give to the upkeep and maintenance of the facilities, spend quality time with the boys sharing the love of Christ and help many communities and people of Honduras.  With the political unrest and the unexpected closing of the airport, many groups cancelled their trips this year.  Jovenes en Camino has been struggling with a serious drainage problem that has become a health hazard.  Thankfully, a group of engineers had volunteered to assist in solving the problem, but  they have not been able to travel to Honduras.  The uncertainty created by the politcal situation creates uncertainty in whether or not to support work in Honduras.  People want to be effective when they give and by supporting Jovenes en Camino you ARE being effective.  By visiting Honduras and working at Jovenes en Camino or by giving your dollars, you are making a difference in the lives of the boys.  The boys are receiving spiritual guidance, excellent nutrition, education, medical, dental and psychological attention.  They have clean clothes and a comfortable bed and they have the opportunity to grow and learn marketable skills or attain higher education.     We are grateful for the support of many individuals, churches and organizations.  Please consider giving a gift to Jovenes en Camino.  Your dollars can make a real difference!