First month in Chontabamba

Our first month in Chontabamba from March 15th to April 15th has been filled with all kinds of adventures. We needed to get settled into our rented house and begin ministering at the same time. Even though there were obstacles to overcome like the river flooding, roads destroyed, landslides, rain and more rain, along with the house not completed and ready for us, we kept trusting in God's timing for everything to work out.

We took some time to visit and minister in surrounding ministries. I was able to preach and introduce our vision of starting a new church in Chontabamba. 

 

Much work needed to be done in order to get the house ready to live in and to use for ministry. I'm thankful for each member of the family working hard together. 

 We closed in the garage to be used to store items and for the auditorium of the church.

Internet was installed and electricity was repaired after a fire started from three areas that crossed paths toward each other. 

   

Even our dog (Max) and our cat (Kit) had to adjust to their new locations. 

Relationships with neighbor kids have begun with games and activities. 

 

Pictured below is  the town hall in Oxapampa with the Peru flag and the Oxapampa flag.

 Our family has visited some of the area attractions that many tourists come to see when visiting Oxapampa.

 Oxapampa was started as a German immigrant town and still holds to some of the German culture during their festivals.