Serving the poor and vulnerable in the Dominican Republic

Angel plays a vital role in preparing and supporting the North American medical teams that serve rural communities in and around the province of San Juan. His responsibilities include assisting with team preparation in areas such as pharmacy, orientation, organization of supplies, and site communication. While working on-site with a group, Angel also helps Dominican providers with team communication, oversees the distribution of donations, and ensures that referrals are directed properly for follow-up care.

Bianca works to bring consistency to the educational ministries of the organization. She maintains communication with administrators of the sponsored schools as appropriate to build relationships and support school needs. She also helps with the Vacation Bible School teams and assists the other ministries. Bianca grew up as a student at both the CCED and Lucille Rupp schools supported by SRI and also holds a nursing license.

Enol uses his gifts and skills as a pastor in a variety of ways by supporting the mission teams, staff, and SRI ministries as a whole. He accompanies the medical teams to the barrio clinics to share God’s word, assists in the planning and execution of Vacation Bible School weeks, and provides spiritual teaching and guidance for the staff. Enol plays an important and vital role in SRI’s mission to transform the body, mind, and soul of the poor and is a great asset for SRI ministries

As director of operations, Hector is responsible for overseeing and supporting in-country staff, maintaining positive relationships with SRI ministry partners, and providing leadership to help carry out the vision and mission of the organization. Hector brings 12 years of history working with SRI and we are grateful for his continued service in San Juan de la Maguana.

Gregoria, Neyse, and Margo (pictured left to right) play a vital role caring for mission teams while they are onsite staying at the guesthouse and serving in San Juan de la Maguana. Examples of their responsibilities include cleaning and preparing the guest rooms, planning menus and cooking authentic Dominican dishes, offering laundry service for team members, and providing an overall tidy and welcoming environment for those coming to stay and serve in San Juan.

Dr. Odette Canario is the director of the Christian Clinic of Integral Health in San Juan de la Maguana, Dominican Republic. She attended the SRI-sponsored school CCED in San Juan de la Maguana for grades 5-10 before finishing her studies in Canada. Dr. Canario then completed her higher education in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic and has returned to San Juan, sharing that she feels a responsibility to care for “her people” using her God-given talents.

We are the Powers, and we are looking forward to joining the Solid Rock International staff as Ministry Support Coordinators. We will be aiding the staff by helping teams carry out their ministry projects in a variety of ways. We are excited to use our gifts to help assist around the guesthouse, serve teams and build relationships.

Kelsi first served with SRI on a short-term mission trip in 2019. This experience left such a profound impact on her life that she went on to return many more times with her church. Eventually, an opportunity arose for a long-term commitment with SRI and Kelsi joined the missionary staff team in early 2024. She brings her nursing background to assist with short-term medical mission teams and also provides additional support to the guesthouse operations.