H.E.L.P.ing Punchana, Iquitos, Peru

Are you tired of bad news? We are drowning in a cesspool of bad news and negativity. It seems that our society feeds off chaos and enjoys promoting feelings of despair. As believers, we have been called of Jesus Christ to share Good News so we can rise above and live above the political and economic woes of our day.

Today I want to bless you with some good news! In fact, not only do I want you to read some good news, but I want you to view some as well. You are making a difference in people's lives in so many ways and in the mighty name of Jesus Christ I want to thank you!

I want to share with you the video entitled Festival de la Amistad.

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I think you will find it to be very good news as we share with you so many of the wonderful things that God accomplished in Iquitos, Peru through your giving and your prayers. This festival took place last October in the San Juan District of Iquitos. Since we will be returning to Iquitos June 2-10 for ministry in the Punchana District, we thought this would encourage you to stand behind us once again. It is my prayer that you will not only watch this short but powerful video, but that you will share it with family and friends. I know that you believe in this ministry that the Lord has called us to and that you are an important part of. It is my desire that as others see this Peru report that they will also want to become involved in the work that Eternity Minded Ministries is doing around the world.

As we return to Iquitos, Peru and the Punchana District we have great expectations that God will once again do powerful things. At this time we have a team of thirty people that are going with us to preach Christ, distribute medicine, give eye exams, dispense glasses, and minister to the people in a number of ways.

The Mayor of Punchana District, Mr. Joiner Vasquez, recently welcomed EMM by saying, "After the many great things I have heard about your ministry in the San Juan District, I am happy to welcome you to Punchana and I am happy to be working with you. I offer my full support in everything you are planning." Once you view the DVD you will more fully understand why the Mayor would welcome us.

We have already seen how the people of Iquitos are to the Gospel. We have felt their appreciation for the stoves you helped us give for the Glass of Milk project. We have watched parents open their hearts to Christ as you have given their children medicine to rid them of worms. Now, let's continue on with the work in Iquitos!

Our ministry takes place June 2-10 in the Punchana District, which is the port section of the city. With music, fireworks, and the power of the Holy Spirit we will proclaim the Salvation of the Lord! I need your help to be able to fulfill the commitment we have made to Mayor Vasquez. Our goal is to raise $80,000 by June 1st -- the same amount we spent on the San Juan District. This will allow us to reach for Christ as well as continue our mission there with the stoves and the Glass of Milk project for the poor and provide medicine for the children.

Our goal is to purchase 200 stoves for Punchana at $150.00 per stove and de-worming medicine and vitamins for 1,000 children at $14.28 per child. We are trusting God that, once again, we will all be able to sacrifice and give towards this festival to change lives forever!

With Eternity In Mind,

Dan Owens