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Flor de Nochebuena

by Passport to the Nations | Dec 1, 2015 | God is Creator, Passport to Latin America

The poinsettia is a plant that is often sold and displayed around Christmas time. Do you know why? History of the Poinsettia: The poinsettia, a Mexican wildflower, originates from Mexico and Central America. The Aztecs, who used the plant to control fevers and to...

Mexican Hot Chocolate

by Passport to the Nations | Dec 10, 2015 | God is Provider, Passport to Latin America

This is definitely NOT your typical hot chocolate. And if you’re a dark chocolate fan you will LOVE this classic winter drink. And the Mexican twist is compliments of a very unexpected ingredient …cayenne pepper! It gives this drink just a hint of heat...

Papel Picado

by Passport to the Nations | Dec 10, 2015 | God is Creator, Passport to Latin America

He was pierced for our transgressions. Isaiah 53:5 How do people in Latin America decorate for a special occasion? One fun and affordable way to decorate for a holiday or a party is to use Papel Picado. What is Papel Picado? Its name literally means “pierced...

Ornaments 4 Orphans

by Tamarah Horton | Dec 30, 2015 | Passport to Africa, SERVE

With 13 million orphans in the world, the problem can seem overwhelming…. maybe even overwhelming to the point that it’s hard to feel like you can make a difference. Ornaments4Orphans is a ministry that has developed a unique perspective on how to affect...

Beans and Rice

by Passport to the Nations | Jan 5, 2016 | God is Provider, Passport to Latin America

One of the most basic, yet most essential staples of the Latin American diet is the pinto bean! Why? Because pinto beans have two very important qualities: they are very nutritious, and they are very economical. This relative low cost of this food item makes them very...

Mexican Snowball Cookies