Until They Know • Somos Sancocho

"We are sancocho".  Sancocho is a stew or soup that is common in the communities of Puerto Plata and many Latino countries.  In the Dominican Republic, it is commonly used to feed a large group or family.  It's eaten at gatherings for graduations or funerals and community activities.  It is customary for each participating family to bring one ingredient to throw into the large sancocho pot.  Each ingredient blends with seasoning and the marriage of all create a rich and tasty dish.  

UTK is know as "Soncocho" in Puerto Plata.  For us, it represents a clear picture of the biblical community.  The Bible tells us that the Church is one body made of many members.  Sancocho is a great visual of that truth. Each pot is unique depending on the ingredients, but it is always rich in flavor and satisfying.  The same way with each individual is unique, but blended together create the body of Christ.  

Each of us has a role to fulfill our calling to serve others in a practical way.