Partners in Mission took on a whole new meaning when the Canada and Bermuda Territory hosted thirteen women from Mexico October 9 – October 27, 2008. The team was led by Colonel Ruth Cerezo, the Territorial Secretary for Women’s Ministries, supported by Major Irma Martinez, (Divisional Secretary) and Major Bersabe Vera, (Mexico City Children’s Home) and ten beautiful, amazing women.

They varied in age from thirties to seventies, and included a lawyer, nurses, hairdresser, sales representative, retired teacher, grandmas and stay at home mom. The group raised their own funds to travel here, and were billeted by officers and Salvationists during their stay.

Upon their arrival they had the opportunity to attend the Ontario Central East Divisional Congress – a highlight for many of them, especially the music.
Translators and equipment were provided so that they could understand what was taking place.

Thanksgiving Day was spent at the Toronto Harbour Light where they assisted in the preparation and serving of Thanksgiving Dinner for several hundred people.

During the first week they visited various ministries in the city of Toronto, spent a day at Niagara Falls, conducted chapel service at THQ, toured the building and shopped!

The second week they were divided into three groups of four and visited Ontario Great Lakes Division, Ontario Central East Division and Quebec. There they also visited a variety of ministries, and participated in meetings and programs – as well as sight-seeing and enjoying local attractions and prominent sites.

Their visit ended on a high note as they attended and participated in the all Ontario Women’s Camp, held at Jackson’s Point Conference Center. What a colorful addition they were as they expressed their love for the Lord in song and dance!

Our “Partners in Mission” were a delight to host and brought much joy and blessing everywhere they went.