Tijuana, Mexico

June 2026

Zac Anderson

Missionary at Puente de Amistad

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.”

Proverbs 3:5-6

Hello!

From the bottom of my heart, I want to thank you for your financial support. I have only been in Mexico a short time, but God has already done more than I could have imagined. Because of your partnership, I have been able to join and serve alongside several ministries, and I have witnessed many people say “yes” to Jesus with tears, joy, and renewed hope.

What We’re Doing in Mexico at Puente de Amistad

At Puente de Amistad, we minister in men’s and women’s rehabilitation centers, orphanages, schools, and local churches—and, in many cases, wherever the Lord opens a door. I have also been blessed to participate in outreaches, including providing free haircuts for people who otherwise would not have access to them.

I was honored to be the speaker at Pastor Abelino’s annual youth conference.

During that week, hard hearts turned to the Lord—some with tears, others with laughter—as God moved powerfully among these young men.

It’s never about the multitude; it is about the One.

Noel—One Reason I Believe I Was Sent Here

One of the most meaningful moments during the conference came when the first person to approach me for prayer was my spiritual son, a young man named Noel. Over the past five years, I have built a relationship with Noel through phone calls, computer messages, and a few mission trips to Tijuana.

Spiritually, I have been like a father to him, and now I have the privilege of living alongside him in person. While I have seen God touch hundreds of lives while serving in Tijuana, those who have met Noel and heard his story would agree. I believe God sent me here for him.

Noel has become an example to his friends, family, and everyone who comes to Puente de Amistad on mission trips. He is loved not only by me but also by the entire Puente family. I could not be any prouder of Noel.

3 John 1:4 — “I have no greater joy than to hear that my children are walking in the truth.”

Raising Up the Next Generation

For a ministry to continue, we must invest in and raise up the next generation. Your support helps make that possible.

Leaving Home—and Trusting God in a New Way

My time in Tijuana has been wonderful, but it has not been easy. I left my family, my life, and my country behind. Even though my family here has been tremendously supportive, it is still difficult not being there for my parents, sisters, children, and grandson. This season has truly forced me to trust God on a deeper level.

Coming to Mexico was difficult because I wanted to wait until I saw my adopted sons fully surrender their lives to Jesus. However, from May 22–29, I returned home to visit family, and God opened doors for me to minister every day I was there.

I witnessed God move in powerful ways, and I saw my sons, Shane and Alex, with tears in their eyes, receiving prophetic words, being baptized, and fully surrendering their lives to Jesus Christ. As an added blessing, one of my spiritual sons, Brock, and my daughter-in-law, Dana, also experienced powerful breakthroughs.

Thank You Again

Thank you for helping me make a difference in Mexico. Your support is more than financial assistance—it is producing fruit, advancing ministry, and helping answer prayers.

Proverbs 3:5–6 — “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.”

Allow Him to lead you, and He will take care of the rest.

God bless you and thank you again for your support. May your return be pressed down, shaken together, and overflowing!

With love and gratitude,

Big Zac

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