October Update

Dear Family and Friends,

I am excited to share what the Lord has been doing over the last several months!

El Manantial: I am getting to know my brothers and sisters in Christ better every week. I have been invited over for a meal in three different homes in the last two months, which has given me a clearer view of their culture. These visits have helped me become very grateful for running water and electrical appliances, to name a few things. We have begun a building fund, which has grown thanks to your support. We hope to begin construction next year. In September, a medical team from a church in Salamanca gave free medical, dental, and cosmetology services to our church and many people in Manchay. It was quite an experience to see the vast needs of the people. Please pray for our church. The world’s pull is strong, and the people work hard for little. Please pray specifically for the spiritual growth of Andrea, Karina, and Joana.

LMCS: Teaching is going very well. I am learning a lot! The Lord has helped me tremendously in my relationships with particular students. In light of our Peruvian Independence Day program, Peru in 2050, my 7^th grade students decided they wanted to do something of lasting effect to improve their country. They came up with the idea, prepared themselves, and have now executed four Saturdays of teaching math and English to children in Manchay at my church. The next two Saturdays (10/25 & 11/01) I am challenging them to personally share the gospel to some of their students. Please pray the Lord would be glorified. Please pray also for another student to whom I have been witnessing, but who still doesn’t want to receive Christ.

Other: God miraculously provided for my sister to come and visit me for ten days, during which we were able to spend some time in Cuzco and Machu Picchu. He is so good and always does exceeding abundantly above all we can ask or think! I will be coming home in December to spend Christmas with family and friends and to raise more support. I believe God would have me stay in Peru at least one more year (through 2010) beyond my original commitment. Keep praying that He will convict and change me and provide for my practical needs.

Thank you for your involvement!

In His service,

Emily Snodgrass