Buenos Noches from Atek!
Most of the team is half asleep, inlcuding me, after a second long day at the Pastor's conference. Long, but good. Its hard to believe a week has gone by and we only have one left!
The day started out the same as yesterday, with worship, a testimony and devotion bright and early (and very cold) at 6 am. We are still getting the hang of singing songs en espanol.
In total we've probably washed around 150 cups and 120 plates today, and can expect to do the same for the rest of the week. Besides washing dishes, we don't really have tasks planned out for everyday, but there is always something to do. This morning Lucia (one of the cooks) asked as to peel chuno for lunch. At least we think thats what were supposed to do. Chuno are these lovely freeze-dried black potatoes that may or may not smell really weird. We finished varnishing and painting two benches (this time actually being careful not to get it all over our hands) and started two more. After lunch Anjelica (the other cook) got us to wash windows. With no windex around, it took multiple tries and methods to get a moderately streak free window. This involved soapy rags, water rinses, dry rags, rags on brooms, wobbly chairs to stand on, and squeegees that didn't really work. I didn't put sunscreen on my hands (well who usally puts sunscreen on their hands anyways?) and I have a nice burn to show for it. Today was one of the warmest days we've had so far.
We are praying for the pastor from Huanca Huanca and his wife. They are both in rough condition after a car accident. His wife's face is severly damaged and she requires many surgeries. She can't get the one needed for her eyes until October. He has an injured leg and was here today at the conference.
Our youth team is coming back in two days. Last night Pastor Freddie and Milagros left Atek very late to join them. We are praying for them and hope all is well! We really enjoy any comments and appreciate your prayers. Atek has asked Pastor Bill to teach on birth control on Friday. It is seen as a sin in this culture, but the lack of can lead to health problems. He would like prayer for discernment and the right words to say. Prayer for health and safety, especially for the youth team in the village, is also appreciated.
Adios for now!
Alissa
p.s we tried to upload videos for you, but they are taking longer than expected so we will try again tomorrow
Hello Peru team. I pray that the Lord will bless you and keep you, that He will make his face shine upon you I pray that you will not grow weary doing good. I know that the Lord is using you as you serve and wash dishes at the pastor conference. Thank you for the updates. We will continue to keep you, the youth team, and Pastor Bill as he preaches in our prayers.
ReplyDeleteThe weather is getting better here. It is sunny, warm and not much rain in the forecast.
God Bless
Dawn
P.S. Dallas and I read Carson's blog and we could almost hear Danielle singing to John - need I say more
We look forward to reading your blog every night. This is such a great experience that you are able to have. Not only is God using you in great ways to minister to the people of Peru, He is also growing you into the men and women of God that He desires each of you to become.
ReplyDeleteJoshua 1:9
"Have I not commanded you to be strong and courageous, do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go."
When you become tired and discouraged remember this verse.
Keeping you in our prayers. Keep having fun!!
Gary and Regina