Tornado Rips Apart Texas-Mexico Border Towns, Killing 10

April 25, 2007

Tornado Rips Apart Texas-Mexico Border Towns, Killing 10

April 25, 2007

At least 10 people were killed while another 150 were injured in Eagle Pass, Texas, the night of Tuesday, April 24, as powerful tornados ripped through the city and across the border in Piedras Negras, Mexico. Hundreds of buildings were leveled, including an elementary school, a church, private homes and small businesses.

Five of the 10 people killed by the tornado were from the same family in Texas. They were found huddled together in a mobile home that was slammed into a school building. Several mobile homes remain missing.

Across the Rio Grande in Piedras Negras tornadoes killed at least three people and injured 87 others while damaging more than 300 homes. About 1,000 people sought refuge in shelters. Approximately 150 rescue workers, including Border Patrol and National Guardsmen, resumed searching for Eagle Pass survivors this morning, marking searched homes with a spray-painted "X" to show where they had searched.

A pair of Christian FM stations in Eagle Pass operated by the World Radio Network (WRN), a cooperating ministry of HCJB Global Voice, came through the storm unscathed.

English-language KEPI and Spanish-language KEPX were both undamaged, although a lightning strike in the area temporarily knocked the Spanish station off the air, said retired HCJB Global missionary Ben Cummings who formerly directed the WRN. Telephones at KEPX are also not functioning until the system could be repaired.

The WRN has 23 outlets, most of them Spanish-language stations and repeaters along the U.S.-Mexico border. WRN's satellite system, Radio Cadena Manantial, also distributes 24 hour a day transmissions in Spanish to more than 10 affiliate stations across the U.S.

Sources: USAToday, Associated Press, HCJB Global

Director of Church & Donor Partnerships

Position Summary: The Director of Church & Donor Partnerships strengthens Reach Beyond’s ministry by cultivating purposeful, trust-based relationships with churches, pastors, donors, and mission-minded individuals. Serving as a storyteller, encourager, and connector, this role invites the Body of Christ to join in God’s mission to reach those with little or no access to the Gospel.

Working closely with the Mobilization and Development teams, this person helps raise up new workers, strengthen church partnerships, and resource strategic ministry initiatives—always with a posture of discernment, prayer, and long-term stewardship.

Location: Colorado Springs or remote

Employment Type: Full time with employer-paid benefits, including medical coverage, retirement plan, and paid time off.

What This Role Does (Core Responsibilities)

1. Church Partnership Development

This role serves as a relational bridge between Reach Beyond, churches, and missionaries.

The Director:

Maintains strong relationships with existing partner churches and develops 2–4 new church partnerships annually
Shares the vision of Reach Beyond, helping churches understand and engage with the needs of the unreached
Equips churches with resources that support missionaries and foster long-term, healthy partnerships
Collaborates closely with missionaries as they engage their sending and supporting churches

2. Donor Ministry & Stewardship

This role views donor relationships as ministry and discipleship, not transactions.

The Director:

Manages relationships with approximately 12 key donor accounts
Walks alongside donors with discernment—guiding them through education, cultivation, solicitation, and appreciation
Communicates clearly about ministry priorities, impact opportunities, and project funding goals
Maintains accurate, timely records in the donor management system to ensure thoughtful follow-up and accountability

3. Representation & Engagement

This role serves as a public voice and relational presence for Reach Beyond.

The Director:

Represents Reach Beyond at 3–5 regional or national events annually, with intentional follow-up for every connection
Communicates the story of God’s work in Reach Beyond through stage presentations, small groups, and media opportunities
Participates fully in staff meetings, chapels, retreats, and organizational prayer rhythms

4. Reporting, Collaboration & Administration

This role balances relational ministry with faithful stewardship and teamwork.

The Director:

Provides quarterly written reports tracking progress toward mobilization and development goals
Works closely with the Mobilization and Development Directors to align efforts and communicate organizational priorities
Upholds organizational policies and maintains healthy, proactive communication across teams

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Why Join Reach Beyond? At Reach Beyond, we cultivate a culture rooted in relationship, collaboration, and dependence on God. Our mission is to see unreached people transformed in Christ through media, healthcare, and community development. As the Director of Church & Donor Partnerships, you’ll play a vital role in advancing God's mission and have the opportunity to grow personally and professionally while making a lasting global impact.

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