A Life Transformed Through Carpentry

For Steven Meija, staying home while his siblings went to school was part of normal life. But when his family learned about Resonate Global Mission partner Tesoros de Dios, Steven’s normal life began to change.

Steven comes from a low-income family in the heart of Managua, Nicaragua. Born with Down’s Syndrome, his life had always been especially limited. As his siblings ran past him to go to school each morning, Steven was left wondering when he would have the same freedom. “He would always say, ‘Mom, when can I go to school?’” said Evelia, Steven’s mom.

But one day, his dad, a taxi driver, dropped someone off at Tesoros de Dios. “He called me right away,” said Evelia. “A few days later, he brought Steven and me to visit.”

Tesoros de Dios, where Resonate missionaries serve, provides therapy and services to young people with disabilities and their families. One of the only facilities of its kind in Nicaragua, there is often a waitlist for their programs. After four months, Tesoros de Dios finally had room for Steven.

“We work with his mom and family to do more with him,” said program manager Wendy Gómez. Once a week, Steven spends all day at Tesoros de Dios, learning carpentry.

Steven is still learning, but he has already become a role model in his community. “He made a set of furniture for the teachers,” said Wendy. “Other kids see what he can do and they want to do it too.”

For parents and caregivers, Tesoros de Dios provides a support system. “I have grown closer to God,” said Steven’s mom. “In the afternoons, all of the moms gather to pray for their sons together.”

The Meija family said they’re grateful for Tesoros de Dios. “My relationship with Steven is better,” said Evelia. “He has learned to do so many things independently. Tesoros de Dios has helped Steven grow in many ways and we are very grateful.”

Resonate partners with organizations like Tesoros de Dios so all people can experience God’s life-transforming love. Please pray that Steven would continue to grow and serve his community and that he would be seen for who God has created him to be and not just for his disability.

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