Tomorrow begins our 2020-2021 school year and though it looks different, we pray that this year may bring glory to God and may bring all of us, our students especially, closer to Him!
Restrictions in Peru have changed very little over the past few months. Though more things are open and there are less restrictions on adults being out and about, children under 14 and elderly are still not allowed outside of their homes for more than a brief 30 minute time of exercise. Groups are also banned which has stopped school attendance and church meetings. Because of these two mandates we have made the hard decision to begin school virtually as many in the States are doing.
This year begins with many complications. We are entering the school year less than refreshed after a stressful summer. With international borders still closed, teams that usually would bring us updated school books were cancelled. Many of our volunteer teachers (us included) are having to make adjustments as we attempt to teach virtually while having our own kids at home. We know our problems are not unique to our school this year…but more than that we know that God is in control and whatever the obstacles before us, we will work to be a service to our missionary families here in Pucallpa.
So pray with us! Please pray for a great school year that blesses all of us in surprising ways. Pray for a smooth start. (High school and middle school start tomorrow while elementary will begin September 1st to give us a little more time to work out kinks.) Pray for the continued health of our students, families and staff as the COVID virus and dengue are serious issues in our area this year. Also pray for our parents…all parents really…who will have a more active role at home with their children’s schooling while also trying to creatively continue ministry with the restrictions in place. Pray for wisdom and energy, and above all, that our staff may bring gory to God while pouring His love into the lives of our students.
We are grateful for your prayers and thankful to again be active in the ministry we love. Though the world seems some days to be spinning out of control, may we remember who is in control and hold even more tightly to His Word and Spirit which continue to lead us through. Abrazos dear friends.
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