In 2015, Ciudad Nueva’s Catalyst program for high school students was created in response to seeing students from Launch Pad approaching high school and grappling with the thought of what to do after high school graduation. High school students at Ciudad Nueva who participate in the program receive skills training, learn about career options from guest speakers and set goals with an action plan to achieve them. Students receive a small stipend for participating in the program and are paid based on if they arrive on time, dress professionally, and participate in the classes. The goal of the … [Read more...]
The Church of St. Clement and Ciudad Nueva: Celebrating a Partnership of Joy and Giving
Foundations of Giving For over seventeen years The Church of St. Clement has been cultivating community spirit and fellowship through the ministry of Ciudad Nueva. Together, they have designed programs to reach out to the children and families of the Rio Grande district of downtown El Paso. What started out as a small idea with a big goal has grown to a fully developed program that fosters the spirit of loving the community and giving back to it. Dr. Tom Beeman, a former military nurse and nursing professor at UTEP, found a place in Ciudad Nueva. As a member of The Church of St. … [Read more...]
Program Alumni Denisse Carries on the Mission of Community Service
At Ciudad Nueva, we are always pleased to hear from the students who’ve graduated from our programs. We are honored to hear that our programs have influenced the lives of these young people as they go on to make a difference in their communities. In an alumni testimony with Denisse, she shared how her experience at Ciudad Nueva changed the course of her goals and education. What Brought You To Ciudad Nueva? Denisse began attending our elementary school program, Launch Pad, when a family friend recommended it to her mom as a great resource for single moms who need assistance with … [Read more...]
Community Serving Community — Youth Program Graduate Shares How Ciudad Nueva Impacted Her Through Relationships
Year after year, we have the privilege of walking alongside young people who shape and light up our community. But what happens when they graduate from Ciudad Nueva’s programs? The kids in our programs inspire us and go on to become leaders in our community. Vero, one of our program graduates, shares how Ciudad Nueva impacted her during a crucial time in her life. Vero joined Ciudad Nueva’s Kids Create program at age 11 and continued participating throughout her middle and high school years. After graduating, she joined our staff team, empowering neighborhood youth. She remains in contact … [Read more...]
Chasing After the Need — How Drew Holguin Captures the Hearts and Minds of Our Middle School Kids
Our talented Kids Create Coordinator and Marketing Coordinator, Drew Holguin, has a proven record of going where help is needed and stepping up to the challenge. He isn’t scared or hesitant to jump in and get his hands dirty when it comes to the Lord’s work. Drew is a valuable member of our team, and this month we get to learn how he came to join the Ciudad Nueva team! If you’ve seen the colorful mural-in-progress on the wall of our building, you’ve had a glimpse of the creative leadership shown by Drew. He’s all about hands-on activities to bring our students closer to God and to each … [Read more...]
