Francis Martínez is currently a financial officer at ASJ. She started working with us back in 2017 as an administrative assistant for the RESCATE program, which focused on prevention, care, and legal assistance for children who were victims of sexual abuse and their families.
Songs of Justice / Dance for Honduras
February 1, 2024
“It is so gratifying to see children laughing heartily after having suffered for so long.”
- Francis Martínez
Danza a mi país
“Dance for My Country”
Lyrics by Luis Enrique Ascoy, Daniel Poli, Martin Valverde
Translation by Sara Pineda
Excerpt from the song:
My people are brave and generous,
Poor but rich in dignity.
And neither suffering nor anger
have stopped us from dancing.
And so we dance, dance, dance despite our pain
With joy in our walk.
And so we dance, dance, dance because we hope
That the God of life will set us free.
When did your justice journey start?
My journey started with the Christian values I learned from my family at home. When I started working for ASJ in the RESCATE program, I saw how much suffering children in my country were experiencing, but I was also able to see the impact our actions can have in the fight for justice. Those experiences motivate me to continue working and remind me that when we have the will to fight for justice, we can achieve great things.
What does justice sound like to you?
Justice sounds like children’s laughter.
What is your hope for justice in your context?
God is never late. He will deliver us and set the right people in key positions. I believe Honduras will be a country where true justice can exist.
Highlights from our 25th Anniversary Celebration in Grand Rapids, MI
MY EMPTY VILLAGE / HOW IMMIGRATION AFFECTS A COMMUNITY (by Sara Pineda)
Young Hondurans have stepped up for democracy (by Blanca Stephanie Elvir)
Reflecting on 25 years of seeking justice together (by Jo Ann Van Engen)
From the Executive Director
What does paused international aid mean for ASJ?
Something Worth Waiting For
Will you walk with us for a more just society?
The beauty of doing justice in community
What I've Been Thinking About the Past Week
