Peru Update - June 26, 2008
God is working in Peru. Please check out the updates on this web page for the latest developments. Also, if you have not done so, you can sign up on this web page to receive automatic emails of any new updates. It is a convenient way to keep in touch with the girls at the women's home.
We are thrilled to announce two projects have been adopted: an individual at Mariners Church is providing the funds for the security wall on the fifth floor and Vessels of Mercy has committed to raising funds for the first phase of the sewing machine project. Thanks and PTL! In collaboration with the SIFE Program at Saint Paul's College in Lawrenceville, Virginia, we are talking with several major corporations concerning providing computers for the home and perhaps even Microsoft training. Wouldn't it be wonderful if the girls could leave the home certified in Word and other software programs! Talk about access.....
I am leaving for Peru in two weeks with Michael and Kristin, who will begin their six-month internship in Lima. I will be staying eight days on this trip. We have an apartment secured and are excited about God's provision and plans. Thanks to those of you who have given or pledged monthly support. They are over 80% toward their goal for the six months. PTL!
NOTE: If you live in Southern Virginia area, Michael and Kristin will be speaking at Tabernacle of Zion in Lawrenceville on Tuesday, July 1 at 7:00 p.m. You are invited to hear the vision that God has given them for Peru!
Michael and Kristin are pictured with the residents on the February, 2008 ministry trip:
We have ten confirmed participants for the August ministry trip to Lima (seven days at the women's home) and Cusco (five days). Michael and Kristin will also be working with us. We will also be meeting with Pastor Willy Mont to discuss some future joint ministry endeavors in Cusco. Pray for God's guidance. A team from Mariners Church will also be ministering at the home during the same time frame. You should consider bringing a team to minister at the home.
Our biggest need is for monthly operational support for the home. If you can send a donation today, it would be an answer to prayer. You can Adopt a Bed for $50 per month (up from $45 because of the increase in prices). Three sponsorships for each bed will provide the needed monthly funding. So, we need 120 sponsors. We currently have app. $3,500 in monthly pledges, so fifty more monthly sponsors are needed at $50 each. The needs are increasing at the home (41 residents at the present time) and the price of food is soaring. Thank you for your faithful giving.
Listed below are current projects that need funding. If you, your group, your church, or any collective group would like to adopt one of these, contact us immediately. We continue to be amazed at God's provision.
PROJECTS STILL NEEDING SPONSORSHIP:
(If we have the money, our August team will be able to install, purchase or otherwise implement some of these projects.)
1. Adopt-a-Bed - $50 per month for operations
2. Mesh Wire Over Second Floor Windows – $200
3. Security System Hardware – $400 (plus $35 monthly fee)
4. New Copier for Teachers - $500
5. Supplies for Jewelry – Whatever donation made will increase profit
6. Exhaust Fans for Restrooms – $300
7. Seven Foot Wall on Roof for Security - $2,500 - ADOPTED!
8. Upgraded metal door and locks going to Roof - $300
9. Sewing Machines – Starter Kit - $1,600 (Estimate) - ADOPTED!
10. Computers for Library - $600 each: Six Needed
11. Library Books (Spanish and English – Some Good Fiction and Children’s Books Needed)
12. Establishment of Children’s Play Room with Proper Toys - $1,200
13. Foozball Machine for Rec Room - $200
14. Glass block covering for three open spaces in hall (to keep girls from entering dining hall and classroom at inappropriate times) - $300
15. Cameras on each floor with monitoring system - $750
16. Upgraded Copier for Teachers - $500
17. Ink Cartridges for Printer - $35 each (much more expensive in Peru)
18. Window Shades for Bedrooms and Classrooms - $300
19. Whole-Building Exhaust Fan for Ventilation - $800
20. Bonuses for Worker Appreciation Dinner in August - $500
All of these prices are estimates based on bids and quotes that we have received in June.
Send contributions and requests for to:
Project Restoration
P.O. Box 31
Ebony, VA 23845
The girls at the Nancy Cole Women's Home thank you for your faithful support of this much-needed ministry. May God richly bless you!
Dale
Dale W. Baird
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