We are back to searching for another home. Our lease will be up in November and the current landlord is raising our rent up $400 per month so this means we must look for something more affordable.
We have been looking everywhere. It is hard to find a home in a safe neighborhood, enough rooms for 5 and a grassy area for Lilly. Especially on a tight budget.
But God is in control! Pray for us while we search for our next home.
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Reaching Out
Geyer Springs First Baptist Church is coming this Sunday. They are bringing 4 women and Brother Dave. They will be here for 5 days and have a big project ahead of them. We have scheduled for them to visit 6 orphanages. They plan to do "How to do a Children's Church" training and "How to reach people outside of the church" seminar. They also have activities for the children at Monte Sion School and plan to do family counseling for families in the school (about 30 families). Among all of this they are going to clean the church and build a dog house for the Pastor. We are calling it "Giving the Pastor a Day-Off". We are excited and can not wait for this group.
Sunday, September 18, 2011
Pray for Peru
This past week has been crazy for us. We have been cooped up in the house because of protesting going on in our town - The Banos Del Inca. They are protesting for two reasons, 1) because of the mining that is polluting the local rivers and killing animals and 2) because of the cost increase for public transportation. They placed rocks, and trees to block roads so that no one can travel through. It got pretty hectic when the crowd got out of hand and the police had to use "force". As we live here, we begin to understand the culture more. If they are not happy, they do something about it. Protesting is a bit different here than back home. We hear that it usually doesn't end up in violence (as it probably would in the states). We are not sure how effective it is but will find out first hand. Pray...Pray for the People of Peru. Pray for their families, Pray for their livestock, and Pray that no more violence will occur.
On a more lighter note, Children's Church was a blast today! Justin was a bit sick and had to stay home today. So, since I was able to leave the area, I decided to hold Children's Church myself. Attendance was up! I played them the movie about The History of Jesus and we colored (something they love to do). We later played Pato, Pato, Ganso (Duck,Duck,Goose) and even the big kids got into it.
One of the best rewards was Angel and his Parents came to Church today! They were late (because they couldn't find the church - NO SIGN YET) but came! Usually, Justin and I invite everyone we run into. We normally don't see them show because Sundays is like everyday for a Peruvian - it is a working day. But, they came. I just know that God is working in their lives and I am so thankful we met them! We are still working on getting Angel a wheelchair. We have a few donors but looking to get one that fits his measurements. Pray that everything will work out and Angel will get his chair!
Deirdra
On a more lighter note, Children's Church was a blast today! Justin was a bit sick and had to stay home today. So, since I was able to leave the area, I decided to hold Children's Church myself. Attendance was up! I played them the movie about The History of Jesus and we colored (something they love to do). We later played Pato, Pato, Ganso (Duck,Duck,Goose) and even the big kids got into it.
One of the best rewards was Angel and his Parents came to Church today! They were late (because they couldn't find the church - NO SIGN YET) but came! Usually, Justin and I invite everyone we run into. We normally don't see them show because Sundays is like everyday for a Peruvian - it is a working day. But, they came. I just know that God is working in their lives and I am so thankful we met them! We are still working on getting Angel a wheelchair. We have a few donors but looking to get one that fits his measurements. Pray that everything will work out and Angel will get his chair!
Deirdra
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Church needed in Huraclla (Cajamarca Peru)
Went last week to look at the property where some house church members want to build. On the way there we stopped at Gloria's house (the current church house) and picked her up so she could show us the property lines. She is a great lady and she looks like a normal Peruvian women. Gloria is far from normal, she is a warrior in her own battle field. I say this because half a block from her house the devil is currently building his own church. In another half block is the property where she dreams of training her fellow Christians and discipline them so they can fight the spiritual battle (just a half a block away). I guess those type of churches exist in the US, but down here they are extremely active. I have had them (different people) come to my house 3 or 4 times that I know of. The bad news for them is I can speak just enough Spanish to let them know that there is only one way and all others lead to destruction. I guess the thing that gets them to go ahead a leave is when I tell them "Ustedes hablan del Diablo y no Diablo beinvenido aqui." (Ya'll speak of the devil and it isn't welcome here). Probably not the correct "Missionary" response but what can I say except the truth.
The prayer of our fellow Christians is that they can raise the funds to build a church so they can share the truthful gospel. Here, as I said before, the false gospel is very active. You ever heard the scripture in the bible "Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolves." Matthew 7:15. Here that isn't a quote, it is the truth. Buildings are not what makes a church or what makes a Christian, but having one here as a tool/weapon for Gloria and her members could help make the difference.
If you would like to help, join us in prayer for this small group of believers in the mountains of Northern Peru.
The prayer of our fellow Christians is that they can raise the funds to build a church so they can share the truthful gospel. Here, as I said before, the false gospel is very active. You ever heard the scripture in the bible "Beware of false prophets, who come to you in sheep's clothing but inwardly are ravenous wolves." Matthew 7:15. Here that isn't a quote, it is the truth. Buildings are not what makes a church or what makes a Christian, but having one here as a tool/weapon for Gloria and her members could help make the difference.
If you would like to help, join us in prayer for this small group of believers in the mountains of Northern Peru.
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Tuesday, September 6, 2011
God is Awesome...Thirsty for knowledge?
Today we ran into two women who were told by some friends to shop at Villa Milagro. God sent us to the office today to specifically talk to them. They are families who sold all their possessions and moved to Cajamarca to work at the mine. They knew that they wanted more for their families and God gave them the opportunity. We spoke to them about why we came to Peru and what we are doing. They were very interested and thirsty for more. It is amazing that anyone - anywhere - Peruvian or American - can be put in your life for you to minister to. We just have to be open and ready!
They mentioned about helping us during Volunteer visits and even starting our own English speaking bible study group. Justin and I have been so busy trying to help the Peruvians but didn't think about the American's here who need guidance and support too. There isn't a English speaking church here. So, why not start one? Anyone want to sell all their possessions and move here to start a church - there is a need! And we sure do need help. Also, my goal is to start a Women's bible study with all the Women - English speaking and Spanish! Anyone have some materials they can donate we would love it take it off your hands! God is awesome and we are so grateful to what and whom he puts in our paths each day.
-Deirdra
It's crazy.... Right when you get frustrated God sometimes shows you things if your open to it. Meeting these two women today by chance was one of those times. I have been praying for something, anything God wants me to do. It seems as if he showed us other needs in the area. We both are a little set back because of the language barrier between us and the Peruvians. Guess that's not a good excuse for God.
What is your reason for not sharing your FAITH? Pray about it and God just might show you that is not a reason, but just simply a very bad EXCUSE!!!
Justin
They mentioned about helping us during Volunteer visits and even starting our own English speaking bible study group. Justin and I have been so busy trying to help the Peruvians but didn't think about the American's here who need guidance and support too. There isn't a English speaking church here. So, why not start one? Anyone want to sell all their possessions and move here to start a church - there is a need! And we sure do need help. Also, my goal is to start a Women's bible study with all the Women - English speaking and Spanish! Anyone have some materials they can donate we would love it take it off your hands! God is awesome and we are so grateful to what and whom he puts in our paths each day.
-Deirdra
It's crazy.... Right when you get frustrated God sometimes shows you things if your open to it. Meeting these two women today by chance was one of those times. I have been praying for something, anything God wants me to do. It seems as if he showed us other needs in the area. We both are a little set back because of the language barrier between us and the Peruvians. Guess that's not a good excuse for God.
What is your reason for not sharing your FAITH? Pray about it and God just might show you that is not a reason, but just simply a very bad EXCUSE!!!
Justin
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