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About Christina

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Blessings to all that are viewing this. My name is Christina Cruz-Mendez. I am a Senior Pastor at Mission United International Church in Yonkers, NY working along side my husband Juan A. Mendez Jr. Senior Pastor, currently residing in Canton, Georgia. We have been together for 29 years with 2 children that God has blessed us with. Makes us the family of four - "JusChrist4". I have been a Christian and active in ministry for about 22 years now. Through all the rocky and smooth roads in life I am eternally grateful that God has brought me this far in life to share with the world what He is doing in me, through me and for me.
September 29, 2016

Pieces

By Christina

img_9732The readers of “Rebuilt” may wonder why I purposely chose to state “PIECE” instead of “Chapter” for each section.  That is because this goes beyond any chapter or stage in a book. It is a PIECE of my life, that God led me to share with the world.

This isn’t just a book! It is my testimony! It is MY life! This is about what God saved me from.

This is the detail of how God took me day by day and pulled me right into His presence.

I could only imagine a loving God thinking, “Saving she needs…saving I will do for her.”

Thank You God for hearing all my cries during the violent storms and wars of life. Continue reading

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September 15, 2016

Loss of the Barren

By Christina

img_9314My discourse with God is like this…

I am at a loss. Yes. In the midst of gain!!! Huge Gain!!!! I am in awe, not even certain how to compile some words of gratitude so that it makes sense. Look what You have done.

When I was rejected, You kept me.
When I was lost, You found me.
When I was laughed at, You encouraged me.
When I was weakened, You strength me.
When I was hurt, You healed me.
When I was broken, You rebuilt me!!!! Continue reading

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September 9, 2016

Rebuilt: Beginning The Ending

By Christina

img_9153Rebuilt: Beginning the Ending

Why Rebuilt? What’s it about?

Rebuilt is an inspirational piece comprised of 30 writings that help to build individuals back up.

There are three sections in the book.

🔹Renew
🔹Restore
🔹Rebuild

If you are someone that has experienced a major life event that was traumatic, painful, of significant loss or suffering then this book is for you. If you are seeking a fresh start to life, this book will help walk you through day by day, as it includes 30 writings that focus on your new journey. Continue reading

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September 1, 2016

The Legacy of Maria Bazan

By Christina

IMG_9021You never realize how much of a backbone someone could be until you lose it. The natural things that occur bring upon the darkest grief, upset, frustration, sadness, anger and the like.  Then the next natural will arise
where you will see the fearless move mountains in the midst of fear.
We are afraid.  We don’t know how it is going to be now or where it is going to go.

Can I be honest? Or maybe I’m not the only one. Could I have been there more YES but I was not. No excuses follow that statement.
Did she love me any less? NO she did not. She loved me with no conditions except a phone call.  Many lasted less than minutes, sometimes they extended. Yet a word of advice she gave me… that I would never forget. Continue reading

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