Argentina is the oldest Brethren Partner in existence.

Beginning in 1907 through the vision and courage of Rev. Carl F. Yoder. His dream took his family from Ashland, Ohio, to Argentina, where he used education and mentoring to disciple people and train them as pastors.

In 1909, Yoder moved his family, accompanied by Bertha May Bell, to Argentina to plant churches and ministries throughout the province of Cordoba. He worked teaching biology at the National College. The Yoders worked in Argentina from 1909 to 1937. After the Grace Brethren Split in 1939, Yoder and his wife returned to Argentina from 1940 to his death in 1955. His family continues ministering in Argentina as pastors and leaders, leaving a powerful legacy of love and service. His dream became a reality, and today, roughly 30 churches throughout Argentina are developing people and bringing hope!

Today, the Brethren Church in Argentina, called IHA, or Iglesia de los Hermanos en Argentina, is responding to a renewed call for discipleship and church planting nationwide. Young leaders are being raised and mentored as they prepare to lead new congregations, while other leaders work not only to strengthen the church but add significantly to its reputation, providing opportunities for education and work training for families and communities alike.

You will also find ministries for recovering addicts like the House of Restoration and House of Blessing in Rosario and the school and church built in Soldini. Camps for kids, youth, and adults, like the one in Decasito just outside Cordoba, provide engagement, education, and fellowship.

Our Partners

Council of Elders | Rev. Willy Romanenghi, Rev. Guillermo Rojas