When I first got involved, I had no idea what I was stepping into. I had a general sense of what Word Made Flesh Bolivia did, but as the days (and years) went by, I began to truly understand the realities these women face. Through this journey, God taught me something profound: in Christ, these women can discover their true identity, and their children have the chance to break free from cycles of hardship and darkness.

One afternoon, as I walked down the street, I heard someone call my name. I recognized the sweet, familiar voice—it was one of the little girls who comes to the drop-in center with her mom. My heart filled with joy. Moments like these bring me life: seeing the children of these women, feeling their hugs, and knowing they are growing in love and safety.

I often think about how different my perspective might have been if I hadn’t become involved in Word Made Flesh. Without this experience, I might have judged these women, missing out on the immense blessing of knowing them. But God revealed His heart to me. Just as He sees me—with love, grace, and compassion—He sees each of these women in the same special way.

At first, my role wasn’t always easy. When a woman rang the doorbell for the first time, I was often the one who opened the door. I worried that seeing a man might leave a negative first impression or even feel like a threat in their already difficult lives. But during a prayer meeting, God spoke to my heart. He reminded me that even if I couldn’t offer them a hug, simply opening the door and welcoming them warmly could be a powerful step—a first impression that might lead them toward a new beginning.

From that moment on, I asked Jesus to break down those barriers and do His work through me. I learned that serving here allows me to invite these women into my life without judgment, with a heart open to grace and love. And I know that wherever I go from here, this is how I want to live—seeing others the way God sees them, full of infinite worth and potential.

Reflection by: José Murillo, WMFB Administrative Assistant