This act of compassion took only a few minutes. The children lined up orderly, then each stepped forward to take a burrito filled with nourishment he or she otherwise would be missing. The burritos were provided by Handsof Luke Medical Ministries, which feeds the children of Anapra either breakfast or lunch every day. Anapra is a colonia, or unincorporated community, west of Juarez. Without the meals from Hands of Luke, many of the children would go without essential nutrients, said Marco Samaniego, the medical doctor who leads the organization.
Eggs are a delicacy.
Many Baptist churches also contribute to the ministry directly. We serve them burritos with ground beef and turkey. The improved diet can be seen in the children's appearance, he said. You see a difference in the hair. You see a difference in their skin, even in their behavior.