Church & Community Support
Since our arrival on the island, CTSC ministry has evolved into many facets. One is a building program based on the needs of different churches in Roatan. Helping both with teams and finances, CTSC has been involved in the construction of a new sanctuary at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church. Most recently, a group of men from the southeastern U.S. worked alongside men from the community to construct a seawall to protect the shoreline behind the Flowers Bay Baptist Church.
One of our most joyous opportunities to serve is the Roatan Children’s Christmas Parties and gift distribution. Throughout the year, volunteers bring extra luggage packed with toys, books, school supplies and treats. Excited children form lines in their communities to see a nativity drama and receive toys.
The Net: With CTSC funds, volunteers and islanders constructed The Net, a youth center in the Flowers Bay community. Over the years, we have used this facility as a home base for many different programs. The Net hosts a tutoring program where children in the Flowers Bay area receive educational support from Ms. Luann, Mrs. Elsa, and other volunteers. Additionally, part of the "I Was...I Am...” feeding program takes place here, where we provide two meals a day to children in the neighborhood. We also host many different bible study groups here, as well as seasonal community events. Around the same time, the Net also received a new paint job courtesy of our friend, Eberto.
Gene and Sara Dillard Profile
Gene and Sara Dillard have lived in Roatan since 1998. Gene is a former Sunday school teacher to boys and did this for many years. Sara is a nurse. Together they have been involved in home and foreign missions for most of their lives. Currently in Roatan, they each lead a bible study, and they help to host mission teams. Their hearts and mission is to introduce anyone who will listen to The Good News, the Lord and Savior Jesus. Go make disciples!