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. Thirty people respond to an altar call to faith or recommitment.