WELCOME!
Thank you for visiting our site. There is so much to learn about MBM. Take your time and explore each page. Consider how you can get involved to transform the life of a child, a community., a nation or our world.
MBM is committed to partnering with and advocating for the vulnerable, investing in education and economic development and offering training to nonprofit organizations that are committed to building regenerative and sustainable communities.
WE ARE SYSTEMS DISRUPTORS
Ministry Beyond Myself has evolved over the years as we have heard the voice of the Lord and gained clarity on His will for this work. As we mature, we are moving into our assignment of impacting political, religious, legal and nonprofit sectors. We have been called to be systems disruptors-disrupting norms; fundamentally changing systems.
Advocate
We are building advocacy groups who will lobby on Capitol Hill, attend school board, city and county council meetings in order to influence legislation, function as court observers and advocate for the vulnerable.
pray
We are gathering intercessors from across the country to pray for the vulnerable, local and global communities, and leaders of governments and civil institutions. We need His will to be manifested in the earth!
Educate
We are curating materials and creating opportunities to dispense information about United States History and national and foreign policy (and more) to ensure our communities understand the social and political constructs that influence our public and private lives.
partner
We are offering specialized training to religious and general non-profit organizations on building partnerships, embracing systems thinking and celebrating the contributions of individuals to ensure sustainable change within our communities.
To what are we responding?
injustice
Since January 2025, tens of thousands of immigrants, migrants, asylees, TPS holders, and DACA recipients have been deported or detained. Thousands have been sent to third countries
Principalities and powers
Ephesians 6: 10-12 says we wrestle not against flesh and blood but against principalities and powers and spiritual wickedness in high places. The spirits of pride, deception, fear, vanity, divination, and chaos have been unleashed and we are at war!
disinformation
With the rise of social media and opinions shared as truth, we are bombarded with misinformation and disinformation. The American Psychological Association defines each: Misinformation is false or inaccurate information—getting the facts wrong. Disinformation is false information which is deliberately intended to mislead—
La Haciendita...
Our Story
In 2007, we took our first trip to La Haciendita, Nuevo Leon, Mexico – an ejido 3.5 hours from Harlingen, Texas, 45 minutes from Cadereyta, and 60 minutes from Monterrey. We knew very little about Mexico and even less about this small rural community of approximately 500 people. Yet, there was a connection between us and those who lived there, and we committed to building a relationship and partnering in rebuilding the community. A few years later, we opened a small “Dollar Store” and realized the impact this type of investment could have in the community. We could provide goods at an affordable price, be conveniently located, create sustainable local jobs, and boost the local economy.
La Haciendita faces:
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High unemployment rates exceeding 40%. Only 20% of the women in La Haciendita are employed, even though the majority are the head of the household. Those who work earn the minimum wage of $11.54 a day.
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Limited access to affordable goods and essential services forcing residents to travel at least 45 minutes.
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Lack of economic infrastructure to support entrepreneurship or attract outside investment.
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Family migration to urban centers due to a lack of local opportunities
Without strategic intervention, the cycle of poverty and economic stagnation will persist. A local, well-planned building project can break this cycle by creating immediate employment and laying the foundation for sustained growth.
Expected Impact
Direct Benefits:
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12+ jobs during construction.
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12+ permanent jobs once operational.
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Affordable goods and services available locally.
Long-Term Outcomes:
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Reduced family migration by providing viable local opportunities.
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Attract new families
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Increased household incomes through new business ventures.
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Strengthened community self-reliance.
