Lead Missionaries

Shannon and Kristi Hopkins met in high school at First Baptist Church Gordon, Texas. In 2000 Shannon and Kristi married. They have 3 kids, Tyler, Emma and Isabella. Before serving in Honduras, the Hopkins served in youth ministry for 10 years. Throughout this time they have participated in various mission trips all over the world. It was on one of these trips that they went on a vision trip to Gracias, Honduras. They left with a calling to go live and serve God and the people of Honduras. Both Shannon and Kristi were called to the mission field before they were married but God also confirmed this calling as a couple. After much prayer and seeking the guidance of their closest peers, colleagues, and family, they surrendered to the call. The Hopkins founded 61 Isaiah Ministries and moved to Gracias, Lempira in 2011.

Missionaries

Jeff Holloway, after entering college, dedicated his life to ministry, starting at Calvery Baptist in Texas. After five years, he moved to First Baptist Church Crosby, where he has served for 32 years in various roles including youth, education, administration, and missions. There, he met his wife, Michelle, who also felt called to ministry. They married and together have three children. The couple has ministered in 15 countries across four continents, focusing on Spanish-speaking nations. During a month-long trip to Honduras to explore mission opportunities, they connected with Shannon Hopkins of 61 Isaiah, leading to a potential partnership. This trip deepened their commitment to Honduran ministry, eventually guiding them to serve full-time in Honduras with 61 Isaiah.

Village Ministry & Pastor

Mauricio and his lovely wife, Bercely, have three children named Mauricio, Regina, and Carlitos. When Mauricio was little, his parents divorced. Due to their divorce, he spent most of his childhood with his grandmother. She was a devout Catholic woman who taught him to fear and love the Lord. Mauricio was strictly raised, and when he went off to college to study agriculture, a whole new set of ideals was placed on him. He was expected to be a strong man, and to partake in drinking, drugs, and other actions that make one a "tough man". All the lies he had adopted disappeared after he attended a retreat. He cried out to God for help, asking him to break his chains of addiction. He told God, "If you are really calling me to the ministry, take this addiction from me." After Mauricio asked for help, God took away his addiction. He is currently a pastor of a church in Gracias, Lempira, Honduras, and joined the 61 Isaiah field based team.

Missionary
Kylie grew up in Abbott, Texas along with her parents, Bryan, and Lesley, and two younger brothers, Kadyn, and Karsyn. She also grew up in the church where many of her earliest and fondest memories were made. Her relationship with Christ started at the young age of six. Throughout her walk with Christ, she has been blessed by others who have encouraged her and challenged her to grow in her faith. As she continued learning about God, she felt called to missions. Kylie attended Howard Payne University and graduated in May 2021, with a bachelor’s degree in Cross-cultural studies. As she was preparing for the next steps after graduation, she remembered the short-term mission trip to Gracias with Southside Church. Kylie wanted to serve, especially in a Spanish-speaking community. God has opened the doors for Kylie to serve with 61 Isaiah, and she is excited to see what God has in store during her time in Honduras.