San Cristobal de Las Casas, Chiapas Mexico

The Lord opened up this area to M4M missions in 2018. Laura Jordan met Pastor Tonito and Ana Maria through a missionary trip they joined together to Tecuala, Nayarit Mexico. Pastor Tonito with his family eventually moved to San Cristobal de las Casas, Chiapas Mexico because his mother who is part of the Chanal tribe of Chiapas lived there and was sick. Pastor Tonito reached out to Laura to invite her to begin a church in his native region. After seeking the Lord for guidance to this invitation, M4M team received confirmation that this invitation was indeed from the Lord. Through the years, we have come to love the indigenous family of this region and realized the Lord had opened the door to several native Indian tribes. Most people are very spiritual and the practice of witch doctors, curses, Satanism, and other very barbaric practices are still ongoing. There is a very prominent presence of evil interwoven within the cultures and the poverty is one of the lowest in Mexico. M4M mission is to reach these beautiful indigenous people of different tribes to win their hearts for Christ and leave behind destructive and distasteful practices to spark life, freedom, and the fire of the Holy Spirit. The ultimate mission for this region is to win the hearts of the people with love and the good news of the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to guide them out of poverty and into a more comfortable lifestyle.

San Cristobal de las Casas is a charming city located in the state of Chiapas, Mexico. It is nestled in the highlands of the southernmost part of Mexico and is known for its beautiful colonial architecture, vibrant indigenous culture, and stunning natural surroundings. The city was founded in 1528 by the Spanish conquistadors, but its history goes back much further, as it was initially a center of the Maya civilization. Today, San Cristobal is a melting pot of cultures, with a large population of several indigenous communities, each with unique traditions and customs of agriculture, handicrafts, and spiritual practices.

The relationship between Mexicans and the indigenous peoples of Mexico has been complicated, with a long history of tension and conflict. One of the critical issues between Mexicans and their indigenous peoples is the issue of land rights. Many indigenous communities in Mexico have struggled to control their ancestral lands. Another issue between Mexicans and their indigenous peoples is the language barrier. Over 60 indigenous languages are spoken in Mexico, and many indigenous peoples do not speak Spanish, the official language of Mexico. This has led to a need for more communication and understanding between indigenous communities and the broader Mexican society.

Christianity has significantly influenced the region, particularly in Mexico and Latin America. The arrival of Spanish conquistadors in the 16th century brought with it the spread of Christianity, and the Catholic Church became a powerful institution in the region. The Catholic Church played an important role in colonial society, providing the population with education, social services, and spiritual guidance. Today, Christianity remains a dominant religious tradition in many parts of the region, particularly in rural areas. The Catholic Church continues to be a powerful institution, and many people practice a blend of Catholicism and indigenous beliefs. In addition to the Catholic Church, there has been a significant increase in Protestant and Evangelical Christian churches in recent decades. This is partly due to the efforts of missionaries, who have worked to spread their message and establish churches in the region.