Understanding Divine Revelation and the Mission of Manos Unidas

Divine Revelation

Revelation is the self-manifestation of God and His plan of salvation through deeds and words, the fullness of which is Christ.

The God of History

• A liberating God
• A God of the covenant
• A faithful God

The God of the Prophets

• A holy God
• A God of the poor
• A God with the entrails of love

Manifestations of God in Jesus

• A God, lover of life: Who stands with the individual against evil and pain.
• A God who is only love: A God who is present with human beings and never tires of loving.
• A God who is Father: Because He values us and wants us as sons and daughters.
• A crucified God: Manifested on the cross of Jesus as love and forgiveness for all humanity.
• A God of the future: Manifested in the resurrection of Jesus.
• A Trinitarian God: Manifested as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

Our Faith in God

Christian faith is grounded in the person of God; we proclaim that He is the Word of God.

The Nature of Jesus

• Closely connected to God.
• Marked by the presence of the Holy Spirit.

God as a Mystery of Love

• Father: Who gives life, liberation, and love to humans.
• Son: Who shares the lives of men and women, freeing them from needs and sins.
• Spirit: Who gives the strength to love and follow in the footsteps of Jesus.

The Early Church

• Followers were baptized.
• Distinguished by the sign of the cross.
• Addressed prayers of praise to the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
• Celebrated the Eucharist with the triple blessing: the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all.
• Acknowledged the three divine persons.
• Communicated the Good News.

The Faith Proclaimed by the Church

• We believe in one God.
• We believe in Jesus Christ.
• We believe in the Holy Spirit.

The People of Israel and God

The people of Israel found a God who is a liberating covenant partner and a holy God.

Manos Unidas: An Overview

Who are they?

• An NGO working in the field of development cooperation.
• A Catholic organization with objectives based on the Gospel and the Church's social doctrine.
• A community where volunteers work together.

Aim

• Collaboration with the peoples of the Global South.
• Raising awareness regarding developing countries.

Destination of Funds

The money collected by Manos Unidas has a safe destination, funding projects that improve living conditions.

Purpose of Projects

• Agricultural promotion
• Education
• Empowerment of women
• Health
• Social development