And it happened! The Lord called me out of my beloved Valle del Rio Grande and placed me in the city of Denton, Texas. Yes, Denton. A city known for it's thriving independently owned businesses, hipster culture, and ever-growing music scene. The call began in the fall of 2012 as I felt the Lord was preparing my heart to be sent out. I didn't know that Denton was going to be the destination, but as God's sovereignty prevails, I ever-so coincidently met the Lead Pastor of C3-Denton (Christ Community Church) during the Valley United Men's Conference this past January. Pastor Ross Appleton and I shared similar passions regarding discipleship and reaching our cities by being a city from within. It seemed like I was on my knees for weeks in prayer and seeking Godly council and it was then that I knew God was giving me the "green light." I left my family and close friends behind in light of this call, but am forging new relationships and coming into a new extension of family in Denton.

Why Denton? Denton is one of the least churched cities in north Texas; secure in individualism and creativity, Jesus Christ our Savior is faintly seen. Denton has a large student population and families are growing- the city is starving for the Gospel and Jesus-centered community. I will be working to equip and disciple others here to share the Gospel through missional communities. That's the goal: make disciples that make disciples.

“The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few. Therefore pray earnestly to the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest.” Luke 10:2 (ESV)

Missional Communities

Parish groups (community groups) are the life-blood of the church; community and faith lived out; a time for bible study, prayer, and repentance; a time for fellowship and hospitality. The Holy Spirit made it clear that my time was going to be fully devoted to our parish leaders: equipping and discipling them to be on mission with Jesus.

As the summer progresses, my job is to help leaders rest and recover, disciple their hearts, and see Jesus do a work in them so the joy of their salvation may be restored!

Prayer

That I may lead by serving through humility.
That the Lord would raise future leaders to be parish leaders and coaches.
For wisdom and clarity as I prepare for the fall.

Wrap Up

By God's grace as I move forward through the summer, I want to Thank You for all of your support- through finances, hospitality, and prayer! I would not be able to be in Denton doing what I love if it wasn't for your generosity and support.

Financial Update: Financial support is coming in- Thank You! Currently, I am still working and praying towards raising my full salary. The goal is to raise $25,000 for the year and am in need of the last $15,000. Would you be willing to become a supporter for the mission God has called me to?

Gift of: $5,000
Two gifts of: $1,000
One Year commitment of: $100/mo.
One Year commitment of: $50/mo.
Special Gift:________

All gifts are tax-deductible and you have two ways to give:

Write a check payable to: Christ Community Church. On the memo line, write: Marco A. De Leon. Mail to: PO Box 2402 | Denton, TX 76202
You can give online: https://c3denton.onthecity.org/give/start. On the drop down menu, select: Staff Member Support- Marco De Leon.

Thank You Again!

¡Hasta luego, amigos!

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