This time next week, we'll be on a plane, somewhere over Central America. That's right... we're within a week of our departure. Here are a few pictures to make you as excited as we are. (Just kidding... that's not even remotely possible. :D)
This is the corner of our guest room that has been devoted to Peru. My mom and I have to fit all of this, plus our own clothing, in 4 suitcases and 2 carry ons. We'll see.
We have more teeshirts than ever this year, thanks to efforts by friends and family, including the kids at
Calvary Baptist in Southgate. They also made bracelets for us to take to the kids at CEMY. We have cards made up for our story, and "American" items for Ben's care package, as well as candles for the ladies we work with. Small sacrifices to attempt to express our gratitude to these people.
This is the house we will be staying in in Yarina. We will be staying with a woman named Rosy, her husband, her 3 daughters, and her son. Obviously this is going to be a very full house, but we are thrilled for the chance to bond with this family.
From what we've heard from Mike and Ian (who have been in Peru for around 4 days now), the family is absolutely wonderful (we would expect nothing less) and have been a huge help already. Please pray for unity, and for the love that we know will transcend the language barrier.
Finally, this is an aerial image of the town of Yarina. The yellow star marks where the church is. Our house is about 12 blocks from the church, which will make for a nice walk each morning and evening.
Thank you all so much for your prayers and support! Please feel free to leave a comment or send us an email if you desire.
Alyssa, maybe it will work this time. Marcia
ReplyDeleteAll of you have been and will continue to be in my prayers as you travel and build the church and build the relationships in Peru. You are God's chosen people to go out and share the story of His salvation and share how much the Lord means to each of you.
ReplyDeletePraise the Lord
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