We are leaving for Peru! In a few days we will board a plane with about 10 suitcases for an 8 hour flight to Lima, Peru, where we will begin visa paperwork, pack up our household belongings that have been in storage, take another flight to Cuzco, and then take a two hour trip to our new hometown of Urubamba.
For three years we have been praying for this day to arrive and it finally has! We still have not reached our full support level; but, due to some pressing needs on the field, the door was opened for us to leave early this year. We have prayed about it, and through God's leading we sought and received godly counsel from our sending church and mission board. We will be leaving on January 28th with their blessing, and ask for your prayers for several important requests.
1. Pray for the religious visa situation in Peru. New laws have gone into effect causing problems and delays all around. Pray that we would receive an 180 day tourist visa upon our arrival in Peru in order to begin our residency paperwork. Also, for God to move the heart of the king (president!) to change the current visa laws in our favor.
2. Pray for our 8 hour trip to Lima with the boys and Eric's mother, 10 suitcases, and about that many carry-ons!
3. Pray for the packing up and relocation of our household items that have been stored in Lima for the past three years.
4. Pray for our family to adjust quickly to the higher altitude of mountain life in Urubamba.
5. Pray for the lost of Peru to be receptive to the message of the Gospel and that they would allow Christ to change their lives!
Ministry opportunities that Lord willing await us...
Eric-
1. Teaching/translating seminary classes
2. Teaching a few high school courses in Heroes of the Faith Christian School
Casandra-
3. Helping lead the 3-5 year old Kindergarten program at the same school
4. Homeschooling the boys
Everyone-
5. Becoming involved in the local church plant
6. Reaching out into the surrounding villages as the Lord leads
More than ever we need your prayers as we venture forth to fulfill God's calling on our lives! Thank you for your faithful support as we have been traveling on deputation, and for your future support as we reach the field.
If you are interested in joining our support team and helping us reach our goal, click here.
As we cannot possibly say goodbye to everyone in person we have made a short video for you and/or your church to enjoy!
Thank you for your prayers!
Click on the picture below to watch the video:
