The internet is always a funny thing over-seas. The team couldn’t get their blog posting to go through so they sent it to me to post for them.
Blessings,
Chad M.
Tuesday, June 16
We’re in Requena
and leaving for Yanallpa on June 17th. When we first arrived in
Requena, we felt the spiritual and physical darkness. The people were
not welcoming and the weather was dark and gloomy. In spite of all
this, there is no doubt that God is moving in this town. We have seen
God work through healings of both physical and spiritual nature. On
Sunday night we had a church service outside as the inside was too
small to hold all of us. Deacon preached on God’s power to salvation,
and then we asked if anyone would like prayer for healing. Three
people came forward and all were healed right there! Then five young
men received Christ and came by the place we’re staying today to get a
Bible. Later that night as we were debriefing, we had the chance to
help out a neighbor who had a severe head injury – he also received
Christ today… his name is Angel, please keep him in your prayers.
and leaving for Yanallpa on June 17th. When we first arrived in
Requena, we felt the spiritual and physical darkness. The people were
not welcoming and the weather was dark and gloomy. In spite of all
this, there is no doubt that God is moving in this town. We have seen
God work through healings of both physical and spiritual nature. On
Sunday night we had a church service outside as the inside was too
small to hold all of us. Deacon preached on God’s power to salvation,
and then we asked if anyone would like prayer for healing. Three
people came forward and all were healed right there! Then five young
men received Christ and came by the place we’re staying today to get a
Bible. Later that night as we were debriefing, we had the chance to
help out a neighbor who had a severe head injury – he also received
Christ today… his name is Angel, please keep him in your prayers.
Yesterday in the morning five members of the team held a
conference for the pastors in the area and each shared something from
God with these servants of God in Requena. Jesse Boldt, Bethany, Jesse
Newton and Isaac shared about grace, unity, a pastor’s responsibility
to their family, and shared a good word against religion. At the end
the pastors here were hugging one another and asking for forgiveness…
it was beautiful! We are looking forward to hearing what God does here
after we go! Yesterday was also a hard day emotionally for some
members of the team who met a family who had just lost their 3 month
old baby, but we were brought comfort in the form of a beautiful
rainbow. It started off as only part of the arc, but as the sun shone
through the clouds brighter and brighter, the full rainbow appeared.
The colors were weak at first but they grew stronger as the clouds
parted.
conference for the pastors in the area and each shared something from
God with these servants of God in Requena. Jesse Boldt, Bethany, Jesse
Newton and Isaac shared about grace, unity, a pastor’s responsibility
to their family, and shared a good word against religion. At the end
the pastors here were hugging one another and asking for forgiveness…
it was beautiful! We are looking forward to hearing what God does here
after we go! Yesterday was also a hard day emotionally for some
members of the team who met a family who had just lost their 3 month
old baby, but we were brought comfort in the form of a beautiful
rainbow. It started off as only part of the arc, but as the sun shone
through the clouds brighter and brighter, the full rainbow appeared.
The colors were weak at first but they grew stronger as the clouds
parted.
God is breaking our pre-conceptions of what church should look
like, who He is, and who we are in Him – I am grateful for all that He
is doing here, though it seems a bit messy at times, He is without a
doubt in control, and it is such a privilege to be part of His work and
see Him use your sons and daughters in such powerful ways to bring the
truth, light and healing of His kingdom to the hearts and bodies of the
people here in this place. (Crystal, team leader, with help from team)
like, who He is, and who we are in Him – I am grateful for all that He
is doing here, though it seems a bit messy at times, He is without a
doubt in control, and it is such a privilege to be part of His work and
see Him use your sons and daughters in such powerful ways to bring the
truth, light and healing of His kingdom to the hearts and bodies of the
people here in this place. (Crystal, team leader, with help from team)
God is continuing to break us, but through it he strengthens our
team’s bond. We have truly become a family. We look out for each
other, and care for one another, to any extent. No matter how small a
problem or situation is, we always turn to the Lord first. I want to
thank you all for your prayers. God is definitely showing off here in
Peru and it is amazing! He is continually breaking my heart
for the people here, and teaching me the compassion He has for all.
Please pray for us as we continue traveling and sharing God’s love. I
miss you all very much! Please don’t forget to pick me up at Charlotte
at 9:30 on July 29th 🙂 Love Ashley
team’s bond. We have truly become a family. We look out for each
other, and care for one another, to any extent. No matter how small a
problem or situation is, we always turn to the Lord first. I want to
thank you all for your prayers. God is definitely showing off here in
Peru and it is amazing! He is continually breaking my heart
for the people here, and teaching me the compassion He has for all.
Please pray for us as we continue traveling and sharing God’s love. I
miss you all very much! Please don’t forget to pick me up at Charlotte
at 9:30 on July 29th 🙂 Love Ashley
Mom and Dad
(mom mom, pop pop) I’m alive and doing wonderful! God is good and He is
doing big things! IM iss you, kid! Aaron – I’m praying for you and I
miss you! Amanda Mike and the Gibsons – thanks for the prayers, love
you all! – Ana
(mom mom, pop pop) I’m alive and doing wonderful! God is good and He is
doing big things! IM iss you, kid! Aaron – I’m praying for you and I
miss you! Amanda Mike and the Gibsons – thanks for the prayers, love
you all! – Ana
Jill and Greg: Everything is great. I smell foul. Haven’t stopped
sweating since I got out of the car in Gainesville. Bathing in the
river tomorrow. No toilet seats, but also no holes. Love you and I’m
staying with the team on the 28th so figure something out – Eric
Schneider (son)
sweating since I got out of the car in Gainesville. Bathing in the
river tomorrow. No toilet seats, but also no holes. Love you and I’m
staying with the team on the 28th so figure something out – Eric
Schneider (son)
Dearest mother and family, (Karen Smith)
I have much to write you, but I do not want to use paper and ink.
Instead I hope to visit you and talk with you face to face, so that our
joy may be complete (2John 12). Love you and miss you…
Instead I hope to visit you and talk with you face to face, so that our
joy may be complete (2John 12). Love you and miss you…
In Him,
Jason
Hey y’all! 🙂 Thi sounds cheesy, but honestly I can’t put in words
what God is doing here and I definitely cannot put it on paper. It’s
been difficult but so beautiful at the same time God is alive in Peru!
Mom – I’m still alive 🙂 Dad- you were right, you would love it here.
Grandma – your letter blesses me everyday. To the chirren – I’m
working on your jungle souvenirs! Love and miss all of you and to my prayer warriors – keep fighting! The Lord is hearing and working. Be blessed and see you all soon! – Amanda
what God is doing here and I definitely cannot put it on paper. It’s
been difficult but so beautiful at the same time God is alive in Peru!
Mom – I’m still alive 🙂 Dad- you were right, you would love it here.
Grandma – your letter blesses me everyday. To the chirren – I’m
working on your jungle souvenirs! Love and miss all of you and to my prayer warriors – keep fighting! The Lord is hearing and working. Be blessed and see you all soon! – Amanda
Dear Brenna, Mama and Daddy,
I’m not married to a Peruvian man yet, but the prospects are
looking good! Just kidding! 🙂 I’m doing well physically and
emotionally – I still miss you, though. God is definitely working in
this place. The children here have won my heart. Please continue to
pray for me and my team… Speaking of the team, I love them! We are
becoming a real family. Not that I’m replacing you all or anything. I
honestly feel very safe – we girls constantly love on each other and
the guys look out for us. In closing, here are some verses that bring
me comfort: I Corinthians 15:58, Hebrews 11 and James 1:2-4. I LOVE YOU! (Give Missy and Romeo a love for me) – Molly
looking good! Just kidding! 🙂 I’m doing well physically and
emotionally – I still miss you, though. God is definitely working in
this place. The children here have won my heart. Please continue to
pray for me and my team… Speaking of the team, I love them! We are
becoming a real family. Not that I’m replacing you all or anything. I
honestly feel very safe – we girls constantly love on each other and
the guys look out for us. In closing, here are some verses that bring
me comfort: I Corinthians 15:58, Hebrews 11 and James 1:2-4. I LOVE YOU! (Give Missy and Romeo a love for me) – Molly
Liz: I lvoe you. Mom: I love you too. Everyone: I miss you. Having lots of fun! – Isaac
Hi Mom, Dad, Jessica, Tyler and Jordan,
I’m still alive, no worris. Gos is good and see you soon! love, Bethany
Hey Mom, DAd, and Marcus – God is moving in Peru! Can’t wait to tell ya all about it! – Chelsea
Hi mom and dad, I am alive and impetigofrec. Christina remember
that rain you talked about. It happened here and it made me happy.
Love, Jon
that rain you talked about. It happened here and it made me happy.
Love, Jon
Howdy family and friends, Peru
is Awesome and God is Amazing! I’m learning so much and experiencing
things I thought only happened in the Bible. Praise to God! Love y’all,
Sharina
is Awesome and God is Amazing! I’m learning so much and experiencing
things I thought only happened in the Bible. Praise to God! Love y’all,
Sharina
Hey everyone, I’m alive and doing great. I’m actually getting pretty tan… who would have thought?! love, Alex
“Hola!” I wish I could tell you how much God has been moving
through this trip! He’s amazing! Thank you for all your lvoe and
prayers! Love you all! Josh K. 🙂
through this trip! He’s amazing! Thank you for all your lvoe and
prayers! Love you all! Josh K. 🙂
Thank you for all your prayers, God is doing big things down here.
Family, I lvoe you so much and thank you for being so amazing. Bing,
if you get to see this, I miss you a ton, I am praying for yor summer
and I love you! Deacon
Family, I lvoe you so much and thank you for being so amazing. Bing,
if you get to see this, I miss you a ton, I am praying for yor summer
and I love you! Deacon
God has definitely been showing up in pwoer down here. He has
done too much to try to describe with words. The only thing I can say
is that God is here, and He is at work. I thank you all for your
continued prayers. God has already changed almost everything in me,
praise be to His glorious Name. There is no need to worry as God is
protecting us all. – Chris
done too much to try to describe with words. The only thing I can say
is that God is here, and He is at work. I thank you all for your
continued prayers. God has already changed almost everything in me,
praise be to His glorious Name. There is no need to worry as God is
protecting us all. – Chris
Hello Team Peru!
Thank you so much for sharing the joys and struggles of your trip. We are so excited to hear how the Lord is working in and through you all. These details help us to know how to pray more specifically for you.
Thanks for the notes from each team member. Deacon, we are so excited to hear that you preached and we loved your note!
We love and miss you. Praying for you daily.
We will continue to pray for each of you and look forward to your next update.
With love, In Christ,
The Maloney Family
It is wonderful to hear updates from all of you. God is truly amazing! We will continue to pray for your safety and for boldness to minister and witness to the people of Peru. And…yes Ashley, we will be sure someone remembers to pick you up in Charlotte on July 29!
To Bethany
May God keep you safe and my He teach you alot about who He is and I mean who HE IS.
Getting ready for camps, sis is on project in Flordia.
We love you. Looking forward to seeing you.
Dad
BethanyI finally dicovered this posting opportunity today. I’ve been praying for you several times a day, and know God is blessing your team in a fantastic way. The Shiloh folks frequently ask about you. Jessica is getting ready for VBS in Florida, and is learning to appreciate Jamaican food! Jordan’s working a lot for Bridgeton Rescue
and Tyler is busy with his company. 26 at Intermediate Camp this week and at least 20 for Primary Camp so far. God is giving all of us opportunities to share the gospel.
Isn’t it exciting!! We love you and look forward to hearing about your ministry and growth in Peru!
Love, Mom
To Crystal and the rest of you who I don’t know,
If you ever get the chance to read this, I am praying for you everyday. Que Dios les persigue y les muestre su gran amor cada dia. Que descansen ustedes en El, conociendo y sintiendo Su provision en sus vidas cada dia. He’ll do the work both in you and through you! I pray you don’t feel a pressure to perform but can rest and watch for Him to move with expectation and hope.
Mucho amor,
Paz y gozo con cada paso,
Bryan
Greetings team!
It was SO GOOD to hear from you!!! So many friends and family are praying for you. I literally fell out of bed last night (haven’t done that since I was a four)and decided I was being called to intercede in prayer! We miss you Chelsea , and yes…Lucy is growing!!!
Love & Prayers, The Winns
AHH How i miss “my” little Peru team!!! I am so happy to hear that everything is going so well. I cant wait to see some of you in Atlanta!!!!! Praying for you everytime i look at my purple Peru bracelet!!! Thanks again Ashley!!!!! Love you all so so much!
Grace and Peace Peru team!
So glad to hear all of you are doing so well. We miss you Chelsea! Know that we say a prayer for you everyday. Hutson made it home, can’t wait for you to see him! Love, The Baumgardner’s.
To Chris (and the rest of the team)
i don’t even know if you’ll read this, but…i’m so glad to hear that things are going well and that God is working so much! you are in my prayers often. and i guess i’ll stop worrying 🙂
I’m so happy to hear you are doing well. We continue to pray for your health and safety. Hurry home. Today is Father’s Day and I miss my baby!
Love you sweet precious Amanda. So thankful for the incredible work that God is doing in Peru and you being such apart of it. He does not fail – our God does not fail. We serve a risen Savior! He is ALIVE!!!! The Blood cries our for souls. He loved them with His life. I’m so glad you are there to tell them of His love. Love you – Aunt Darda
Greetings from Uncle Mike. I have not seen or heard from your parents-Mitchell and Kim since on June 16, 2009 when they went with me to speak-face to face with Social Worker & Neprologist, Dr. Heather Muester at VAMAC Iowa City, IA. Looking forward to seeing you, in five weeks full of tales and advice. Best Wishes, Uncle Mike and Uncle Shelly.
To the team and Ashley,
Ashley, your mom shared this website with me today and I was so excited to read it. We looked together at the globe at where you are (amazing!) I know for a fact that God is working through you and the team you’re with. Just wanted you to know I’m praying for God to protect you and do amazing things with you all being his hands and feet. Praying for your protection and safe return!
Blessings and Peace,
Judy Dawson
Thank you SO MUCH for the update! As Sharina’s older sis I was delighted to see she got to write a little something. It sounds like ya’all are having an exciting time. Our family prays for you DAILY (usually more than once) and even Rina’s 2-year-old nephew prays for “Aunt Rina telling about Jesus in the jungle”. Praise the Lord for the work he’s able to do through you! I can’t wait to hear the exciting stories!
In Christ,
Ryan, Mandy & Isaac Johnston