Thursday, December 1, Lima, Peru

 Feliz Navidad from Lima, Peru, Seems an apropriate greeting now that it is Dec.1st
After an amazing first day here in Lima, it was with great anticipation we continued our journey here.
And I must say, it was a day that brought special joy to my heart!
We departed in the am for a 75 mile bus ride to Jicamarca. I was told by our interpreter, Antonio, that this part of the county is considered The Highlands, and I believe once you see the photos upon our return you will understand why. The mountains surrounded us on all sides as we traveled and I marveled at God´s handiwork in this amazing country. As we arrived at the top, or at least it seems all the way to the top, of a very large mountain, I heard a sound that brought tears to my eyes and extreme joy to my heart. It was the sound of childrens voices! We had the extreme honor of working with missionaries Katty and Juvenal Bejar and the school they provide for the children in this highland area. We enjoyed teaching  children ages 3 to 12 proper dental hygeine and gave them a new toothbrush with donations that Betsy had graciously brought with her from her local dentist in Orange, Texas.
Approx 100 children were loaded into our 20 passenger bus. Yes, you read that right! It was a sight to behold. Beautiful smiling faces pressed up against the windows! Then they were brought to the dirt floor church named Cristo Viene where we served alongside Katty Bejar and other church volunteers as we served these children a hot meal. The meat they received was a special treat. But just when we thought the day could not get any better, we spent time with parents who have the same questions, concerns and worries about raising children that we do. Seems that some things are just universal...parents wanting the best for their children and sounds of children´s laughter. And even more important is the universal love that people accross the world share for the love of Jesus Christ. Please keep praying for us as we continue to watch the God of Coppell be the God of Lima, and the same God of the world.