Juan Castro from
Longview addressed the SBTC annual convention in the first theme interpretation Monday evening in the
Arlington Convention Center in
Arlington, Texas. Juan brought a great challenge and his presence broke many stereotypes many Texas Baptist hold concerning Hispanic immigrants. Juan came to
America from
Honduras.
He holds a graduate degree in economics and came to
USA soil to work in the banking industry.
After a time in the states he accepted a position at
East Texas Baptist University teaching in the
School of Business.
Currently he teaches business courses at
LeTourneau University in
Longview.
About three years ago Juan started a Hispanic congregation as a mission of
Oakland Heights Baptist Church.
In these three years the Lord has broken his heart for the Hispanic population among us.
Many times Hispanic immigrants are often stereotyped as poorly educated and granted some have not had the opportunity for an education. Juan holds a doctorate degree. Most Texans stereotype Hispanics as from Mexico, Juan is from Honduras and reminds us that immigrants are coming from all over Latin America. I thank God that He brought Juan to the states to influence our young adults in higher education and reach out to other immigrants with the Gospel. May his tribe increase!
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