The Arce Family Newsletter April – June 2026

Dear Friends and Faithful Supporters,

Greetings from Venezuela!

As we look back over the past several months, we are grateful for God's continued faithfulness. 

Anniversary Outreach and Souls Saved

This past abril Anchor Baptist Church celebrated its 4th anniversary. As part of the celebration, our church family spent time visiting homes and inviting people throughout the community surrounding our church.

The Lord blessed in a remarkable way. During our anniversary outreach efforts, 25 people trusted Christ as their personal Savior. We rejoice in what God is doing and remain thankful that Venezuela continues to be fertile ground for the Gospel.

The Fruit of Discipleship

One of the greatest blessings of ministry is watching God work through faithful discipleship.

About a year and a half ago, we met a young couple who had recently returned to Venezuela from Chile and were looking for a church home. They began attending Anchor Baptist Church, and we have had the privilege of discipling them over the past year.

As God worked in their lives, He also began opening doors within their families. Earlier this year, the husband's parents, Juan Luis and Yajaira, began attending our church. Soon afterward, the wife's parents, Edixon and Cecilia, who were facing serious marital difficulties, asked us for counseling.

In May, Edixon attended our annual men's camp and trusted Christ as his Savior. We continue to pray for Cecilia and for God's continued work in their family.

Men's Camp and Construction Progress

In May, we were blessed to take 50 men to our annual men's camp. This was a wonderful time of fellowship, preaching, and spiritual growth. Although ongoing power outages created some challenges throughout the weekend, we are thankful for all that God accomplished.

The Lord continues to bless the construction of our church property. We have recently begun work on a new youth and multi-purpose room upstairs, along with a church office and Sunday School classroom downstairs. This project will also provide covered access to the main auditorium entrance.

We are grateful for God's provision and ask you to continue praying for wisdom and resources as the work moves forward.

Family Update

Nataly will turn 20 this November and is now halfway through her third year of college. She continues serving in Sunday School and faithfully sings each week as part of our church music ministry.

Gabriela is 17 and will graduate from high school next month. Through her own health challenges over the years, she believes the Lord may be leading her toward a future in nutrition. She also serves in Sunday School and faithfully participates in our music ministry each week.

Santiago is now 15 and recently moved into our youth class. We are thankful to see him growing in his walk with the Lord and becoming more involved in ministry.

Prayer Requests

Please continue praying:

• For the ongoing electrical situation throughout Venezuela.

• For wisdom, provision, and guidance as we continue our church construction project.

• For Cecilia's salvation and continued restoration in her marriage.

• For strength, protection, and good health for our family.

• For stability, financial improvement, and continued liberty in Venezuela as the country faces important political and economic developments in the months ahead.

Thank You

Thank you for your faithful prayers, encouragement, and financial support. Every soul reached, every family strengthened, and every ministry opportunity is made possible through God's grace and your partnership in the Gospel.

We are grateful to serve together with you for the cause of Christ.

Serving Him,

Nathan, Marllorys, Nataly, Gabriela, and Santiago Arce

Missionaries to Venezuela

Baptist International Missions, Inc.