In 2002, Ishani Slocombe, a resident of Toronto, Canada, a woman passionate about the things of God at the age of 27 took a great leap of faith and visited the ministry of Pastor Paulino (Hogar Cristiano para Niños Huerfanos-HCNH), after experiencing a vision from the Lord regarding winning children’s soul into the Kingdom of Light, God touched her heart to partner with Pastor Paulino, working in Villa Central. Through her obedience, prayers, love and many sacrifices the new facility was constructed in 2005. Ishani’s obedience to her call is a direct influence on why so many people are now serving and are connected to this ministry, and to the success of the vision. Ishani is a vision caster – God has used her to vision cast what CHCA is today! With her continued love, wisdom and advice CHCA continues to impact and transform many lives. She has served on various Church Board (Rhema Missions, Global Kingdom Missions. Today, she is a wife and a mother of 2 who are all in preparation to move to the Philippines to do full-time ministry.

In 2003, Sharma, a resident of Toronto, Canada, a passionate teacher with TDSB joined Ishani on her first of many missions trip to the DR! This trip was the seed to many more trips and a lifetime commitment to the people and children (and animals) of Villa Central Barahona. Sharma took her years of teaching and started planning curriculum, activities, resources, giving her time and most importantly her love to the vision and mission of CHCA. Shrama has served every summer for the past 20 years with the exception of the three years during the COVID pandemic. In Toronto, she continues to be the voice for the work we are doing on the field and through her passion and commitment many people have partnered and supported work we continue to do.

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My name is Marlene Faublas; everybody knows me by my nickname Malou .

I was born a long time ago in Port au Prince Haiti. We moved to Colombia, South America where I got a BA in education major math minor physics in Colombia.

Over thirty five years ago the Lord called me to be a missionary in the West Indies for the rest of my life. I have served in CUBA, HAITI and presently serving in the DR for more than 28 years. My work in the Dominican Republic has been predominantly in the Bateys (Dominico-Haitian communities). I have been blessed to see many fruits from the work here in the DR which includes but not limited to, 3 medical doctors, 2 dentists, 5 teachers, many spiritual leaders and many others lives transformed for and by the Kingdom of God.

Besides my service to the Batey, the past year the Lord has called me to lead the Net of Intercessors in Barahona with 11 municipalities. Also, I have the great privilege to teach and train the next generation of leaders in a variety of roles and capacities. For the past 7 years I have served as a spiritual advisor for CHCA and also mentoring and teaching Kenisha on her role as a missionary and a leader here in Barahona.

My name is Juan Luis Carbonell Santana (pastor Luis) I am a father of 3 wonderful adult children. God called me to the office of pastor on August 17, 2010 at the Good News Church (Buenas Nuevas Iglesia), Barahona, Dom. Rep. For some years now, God has allowed to serve as an advisor to Christian Hope Community Association, through this connection I have been allowed through His power to have an impact on the Barahona community, carrying the message of hope of our Lord Jesus Christ through different means. God has allowed me to serve as a liaison between church leaders, community and institutional leaders. I have also been able to serve as spiritual, logistical and service support to Christian Hope Community Association here in Barahona.

I am honored to serve as an advisory board member with Christian Hope Community Association (CHCA), supporting children and families through the provision of basic needs, education and the transformative power of God’s word. With over a decade of experience in social services, my passion lies in fostering hope, empowerment, and sustainable change for individuals facing challenges such as homelessness, poverty, and systemic barriers.

My background as a social worker and entrepreneur includes leadership roles in youth services, the violence against women sector, housing programs, and community-based programming, equipping me with the skills to advocate for vulnerable populations and strengthen community partnerships. As a believer, I am committed to integrating faith with action, ensuring that every child and family we serve experiences God’s love through tangible support and compassionate care.

Outside of my professional work, I cherish time with my family, and friends. I enjoy live music, new experiences, learning, physical activity and I remain dedicated to serving my community in meaningful ways. I look forward to contributing to CHCA’s mission and seeing lives transformed through faith and service.