Wednesday - VBS and painting

Hello all - I hope everyone back in Booneville is doing well. Jacob and I finished up some painting and varishing today while the others conducted two VBSs at the same location as yesterday. Can't believe that tomorrow we begin the long trek back to the states - but we really miss all of you and are ready to see each of you (just not ready for the 150 degree heat - the weather here is wonderful!). Continue to keep each of us in your prayers as well as the mission here - there are so many good folks here and so many without Jesus. See you soon!

VBS

Hello-
We had another great day! However, we really need you mom. No one "wings it" quite like you. We really miss everyone. Don't worry Lori we have lots of pictures of Makayla and your mom. Ms. Roni is doing great. She really loves the kids.
Ma,
We miss you and love you. Take care of the new gossling. Tell Allie, Nate, Aunt Pam and Kimberly, and Unle Sam and Brent that we miss them and love them too.
Love,
Erin and Kelsey

Tuesday VBS & Painting

This morning Richard (natalie's dad) and I finished the painting at the school that we had started on Saturday - they now have a newly painted gate! Both morning and evening we conducted VBS at another location (I don't know how to spell it nor pronounce it!) and we will conclude our stay with the same schedule tomorrow, before flying to Lima on Thursday in order to fly back to the states Thursday night. Please keep us in your prayers! Sonia texted me about Mrs. Mary Crabb's heart cath tomorrow and about Ty's hands - we are praying for both. Until next time.....

Jody

Tuesday Morning

Yesterday we had a good day shopping again and distributing food. I think we're getting much more comfortable shopping in the market here, as we negotiated prices more than we have in the past. We had enough money left over to buy candy, soap, cheese, and Inca Cola for the kids in the families. Today we are headed to La Something-that-starts-with-an-H to do Bible School for the next two days. Last night we had the Mariachi band do a few songs for Kelsey's birthday and Roni's upcoming wedding. Kelsey of course had a big time of it, and Roni outdanced Makayla!

Even though at times I'm unsure whether we're doing anything of substance here, the Sunday School lesson we had this past Sunday from Isaiah reminded me that God's word will not return to him void. We have done Bible Schools and handed out numerous Bibles and tracts, so God will do with that what he wants. Pray for us as we do 8 hours of Bible school both today and tomorrow.

Neela, Erin and Kelsey say hi and they love you.

Chris

market day

Hey people at home today I had a real experience at the market. I was handing out tracks. We bought our food. Mom, Kerri, Kelsey and I were walking around the market when an old lady came up to us she had been given a track and wanted to know more about Jesus. We think .The only problem was she only spoke Spanish. We prayed to God that she might come to know him. That was all we could do.

Katie Kramer

Second Food Distribution

Hello folks - just got back from delivering food to eight different families this afternoon. Had a wonderful experience riding through the streets of Cajamarca in the back of a pickup truck! These folks were so appreciative - seeing the situation of some of these folks really makes you count your blessings. We Americans are truly blessed (and spoiled). I'll report back tomorrow!

Jody Presley

Back to the market...

Yesterday afternoon we had a wonderful time at the orphanage - the children were precious. Needless to say, when we left they were all full of hotdogs, marshmellows, and ice cream. Please remember to pray for those children. Today it is back to the market to buy food to distribute this afternoon. One more thing.....help me wish my wife happy anniversary (18 years and counting)!!!! I love you Sonia - will be home soon.

Jody Presley