More Lazarian Homes recently built in Mexico!

Here are some pictures of Lazarian World Homes recently built in Mexico:











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NEW Video--Lazarian World Homes in Armenia

The following is a link to an 8 minute video done by an Armenian for Armenian Gospel Mission relating to Lazarian World Home's work in Armenia this past summer:

www.youtube.com/watch?v=4kcb-gim6Hg

Dedication Ceremony

September 14, 2008 in Tecate, Mexico

More than 600 people attended the dedication service in Tecate, Mexico.

President of Lazarian World Homes, Kenn Coil addresses the need for world change to the congregation.

Those in the congregation agree, including President of Point Loma Nazarene University, Bob & Linda Brower.

After the service, we all walked the dirt road towards the seminary.

Proud of their Mexican heritage many brought down flags to show their patriotism (it was also one day before the Independence Day).

The ribbon was cut by Mrs. Lazarian in honor of her husband who could not make the ceremony.

Take a glimpse on how beautiful the buildings turned out. Who would even know these were constructed with foam and in such short period of time?

-Maira Flores-
Office Manager
Armenian Center for International Development
Point Loma Nazarene University

Dedication of Buildings in Tecate!!!

September 14, 2008 finally got here...
when the finished buidings would be dedicated...

The 4 room classroom:

The 2 bedroom house:

Inside the 2 bedroom house:

More pics to come :)

ARMENIA 2008

The building project in Armenia is now well under way. The lots have been graded, underground plumbing has been laid, and foundations are being poured. The pictures below are updates of the work and preparations that have been going on in Armenia since June. These workers in Armenia will soon be joined by a team of workers from the Lazarian World Homes site in Tecate, as the project there is now completed. Below is a picture of those currently working in Armenia:

Here are some pictures of the foundations being laid

Underground plumbing

Here is a picture of the building site in Armenia

So what has been accomplished in 9 weeks???

Let me briefly take you back to the beginning…

Mid May, the foundations were not yet poured.

First group of volunteers arrive at the Tecate campground.

The foundations are poured using a new strategy, cut blocks will mold the foundation.

Week one ends and building are up to 8 feet!

... 3 weeks pass and the building have roofs are being sprayed with plaster...

Four weeks pass and the two bedroom house is slowly being built. This house will be the “Signature House” for Lazarian World Homes. Its steps are being recorded so they can illustrate and be a model for future buildings. This house is also mainly in the hands of Alejandro a local volunteer that will later serve as a supervisor for the coming Mexico LWH constructions.


After eight weeks, Seven of the buildings have roofs, insulation, and have ceilings.

The bathrooms have toilets and showers.

Take a view for your self. This is the four classroom building.

The classroom is receiving finishing touches such as side walks…

Ramps..

And landscaping…

Here are some pics of the showers and one of the dorms.

Thanks for staying updated! Continue praying for us.

By the end of this week all eight building will reach compleation.
The dedication of these buildings will be September 14, 2008. Stay connected for more information.

Another Tecate Update

Progress on the buildings in Tecate is continuing very quickly. The pictures below show that many of the buildings are nearly complete, while others are still in the middle stages of construction. This past week, a group of high school students worked at the site and were led by a team of PLNU student leaders. This group was in coordination with PLNU’s YouthWorks short-term missions program which involves high school students in short term mission trips and gives college students the chance to lead these teams. This group provided much needed help to the ongoing building process. Help is still needed for the completion of these homes, and if you’re interested in helping out, please let us know.


This three classroom school building is receiving some finishing touches



An inside look at the middle stages of a 2-bedroom house



The size and shape of the blocks can be manipulated using a hot wire and mold



A higher view of the progress made on a 2-bedroom house

Thesewo dormitories and bathroom are receiving some finishing touches on their plumbing and electrical fixtures and are nearing completion

This room just needs dry wall on the ceiling and light fixtures to be complete

There is much excitement over the fact that many of the buildings are nearing completion