This poster, designed by IMB missionary Emilio Marrero, asks, “What good is it to gain the whole world, but lose your soul?” in the Basque language. Emilio said he often finds this poster ripped down because of its provoking message. IMB Graphic

IMB missionary Emilio Marrero, alongside his local team, hosts a group on Monday nights to discuss spiritual topics in English. QR codes on Emilio’s posters lead people to a website where they can find info to join meetups like this one. “We’ve seen a lot of people come to Jesus through this group,” Hannah shared. IMB Photo

IMB missionary Hannah Marrero performs with a friend at one of their open mic nights. She hosts the monthly gatherings for people in their community to perform, connect and explore life’s big questions, like what it means to be human. IMB Photo

As church planters nearing a decade of life and ministry in the Basque region of Spain, IMB missionaries Emilio and Hannah Marrero use their creative gifts and skills to see God’s kingdom grow and help others do the same. IMB Photo

IMB missionary Emilio Marrero, a graphic designer and artist, hangs one of his posters on a busy street. His posters pair provocative images with words that strike at the heart of the culture, urging people to wake up and consider their eternity. IMB Photo

IMB missionary Emilio Marrero shares a message with his church. Emilio fills the role of preacher at the Marrero’s first church plant that grew out of their online Bible study three years ago and has more than doubled in size. IMB Photo