Faith
Cuba’s Christians Embrace Hope in the Midst of Deepening Hardship—and Find Strength
Cuba faces severe fuel, food shortages, and blackouts under communist rule, yet Christians traveled by boat, bus, train, and cargo truck from across the 800-mile island to the Missionary Congress.
Over 300 believers gathered at Versalles Church of Christ in Matanzas, finding renewal and fellowship amid trials.
Faith Facts
- René Sánchez sailed 8 hours from Isle of Youth plus 5-hour bus; Mario and Yani Suárez waited 3 days for tickets; Samuel Rondón Aguilar endured 24-hour train from Granma province.
- Organizer Tony Fernandez, after doubts, relied on daily prayer groups securing fuel and transport for the event hosted by his church, which baptized 236 in 2025.
- 35 Christians arrived from Colón in a cargo truck, praising God for adventure of faith despite U.S. blockade paralyzing oil and tourism.
“It’s a horrible trip… But it’s a huge blessing to be here with the brothers and sisters.” — Samuel Rondón Aguilar, 24
“We find spiritual nourishment here… we get to see that we’re not alone.” — Yani Suárez, 33, minister’s wife
“We live the Christian life as an adventure of faith.” — Minister Tony Fernandez, 53
Emboldened by Scripture’s call to persevere like Hebrews 12, let Cuban believers inspire our families to deepen faith, pray against tyranny, and champion freedom through Christ.