June 25 to 27 update (Miles)

June 25 ( Monday) -

Jennifer arranged for us to do a Bible storying session at a school on the outskirts of Arequipa. There were about 50 children. Martin lead music, Ben shared his Bible story, the others acted out the story and then Martin challenged the children with questions. We passed out some treats and had a blessed time.

We toured the Cathedral of Arequipa which was pretty amazing, and had lunch at a great restaurant. The flight to Lima was fine. Kristi's brother Terry and sister-in-law Vicki arranged for us to stay for free at one of the missionaries' apartment who are out traveling. So God has used lots of people to bless us during this trip.

We flew to Lima with no problems. Terry and Vicki found a missionary's apartement that we could use while the missionary family was traveling. Very much a blessing for us to stay together (and for free!).

June 26 ( Tuesday) -

We met Terry at the IMB headquarters in Lima for the America Affinities. He gave us a tour of the offices and told about the ministries there to determine how to reach the unreached people groups of North, Central and South America. Very interesting and inspiring. Makes us glad to be part of the Southern Baptist mission effort. We then met Martin's friend TJ (from Utah) and his wife Pamela (Peruvian). TJ started a children's ministry in the slums of Lima about two years ago. We lead a Bible school there for a couple of hours and met some very precious children. Annie May told her Bible story and we played and had coloring pages for the kids with some snacks as well. Also had some exciting city bus rides, and the moto taxis as well. Terry and Vicki brought us some pizza and we had a nice evening visiting together.

June 27 (Wednesday) -

returning to help with TJ's ministry today. Jake is scheduled to tell his story. Please pray that the children hear the message and that we have a safe flight back. We head to the airport at 9 p.m. tonight and are scheduled to land in DFW at 12:30 p.m. on Thursday.

Thanks for your prayers.