Aleman asks Lira to share the story of his faith. That, too, is part of Aleman's vision for his congregation. Tratamos de amar aqui como Cristo nos ama. Here are a few notes on the El Faro Church based on a visit. You can meet others at Dulce Communion, which is offered in a fellowship hall 30 minutes before worship service.
Children run around tables of Mexican sweet bread, juice and coffee.
Sunlight illuminates a golden cross in the center of a stained-glass window just behind the pulpit. Membership has nearly tripled in the past four years. The church is buying property next door to build a bigger facility. A women's quilting group was spawned by the Mennonite Brethren Central Committee. El Faro women stitch while studying the Bible on Friday mornings.