In both Guatemala and Haiti, conflict disrupts water access, leaving communities struggling to survive in the aftermath. Access to safe water fosters restoration and stability, establishing a foundation for reconciliation and healing. It is no coincidence that water is often used metaphorically to symbolize peace, life, and renewal.
As the first week of Advent unfolds, Christians worldwide light a candle of hope, reflecting on the promise of light in the darkness and the steadfast belief that better days are coming. In rural Chiapas, Mexico, this theme of hope resonates deeply, especially during the dry season—a time when communities embark on a determined quest for safe water while awaiting the life-giving rains.
Healing Water’s Director of Partner Impact, Mark Nawrocki was interviewed on the Bible for Kids Podcast. Mark sits down with hosts Sarah Humphry and big brother, Mike Nawrocki to share about all things Healing Waters- from our origin, to what we are working on now to where we are headed. Click here to listen to…
Life was hard. But the people of Rosalbali remained resilient. They found ways to overcome their circumstances but not without adversity. Collecting water from the river and the firewood to purify it has taken a toll on their bodies. Using what little money they have to purchase purified water has taken a toll on their livelihoods. But their resilience kept hope alive that one day things would change.
In the small neighboring communities of Rosarito, Albores, and Alianza in Chiapas, Mexico, Healing Waters is implementing cutting-edge technologies and collaborating with the local government to create an advanced water system that will significantly impact the communities by bringing water directly to household taps. Healing Waters calls this collection of communities involved in the project, “Rosalbali”.…
The provision of reliable and safe water is incredibly empowering for women, who often shoulder the responsibility of providing safe water for their households in many developing countries with limited access to clean water. In the town of La Unidad, Mexico, a group of women has come together to form a committee that plays a…
A seemingly impossible situation in Guatemala In the mountainous regions of Guatemala where people rely on coffee farming for their livelihoods, access to safe water is extremely limited. The town, El Pajal, has access to a spring that provides clean water, but it is not nearly enough to meet the demands of all of the…
It can be difficult to understand what life is like without access to clean water. Rosario’s story demonstrates the transformation that occurs when someone gains access to clean water. Rosario lives in rural Mexico. She was married at a young age and had her first child when she was only 13. Like many women, Rosario…
The love of Christ, combined with scripture, has a transformative effect. It reveals to people who they really are – image bearers of God. The staff at Healing Waters strives to embody God’s love in all that we do. When our teams enter a community, they let people know that they are there to provide…