Peru
With nearly 50 indigenous ethic groups, Peru is a nation of vibrant and rich cultural diversity. Although its history dates back thousands of years, it was only in the 20th century that Peru really entered the international eye. Peru is famous for being home to one of the 7 wonders of the world (Machu Picchu), its local cuisine, and beautiful landscapes. With 81% of the population being Catholic, and only 12.5% Evangelical Christian, MB missionaries in both the North and South are challenged daily to present a relationship with Jesus in a relevant and dynamic way through personal discipleship relationships.
MB Mission is excited to see the maturity of the MB conference in Peru as members from various churches are planting daughter churches and starting ministries of their own among the marginalized. MB Mission has 15 missionaries in that country coming along side in support, encouragement and discipleship.
Please pray:
- For the Peruvian MB conference as it seeks pastors for a number of its churches
- That God would continue to provide energy, determination, and safety to MB missionaries Otto and Lidia Funk as they serve as resources to Peru's northern churches
- For MB missionaries Jose and Esperanza Prada as they work to train and establish local leadership in the Lima church
- For growth in projects in the Amazon community of Tampe as MB churches work to minister to marginalized people groups.