Iquitos, located in Northeastern Peru, is the country’s largest rain forest city, and although it can only be reached by air or sea, it is a critical hub for travel into the secluded villages that populate the Peruvian Amazon. Because of the Amazon region’s remoteness, widespread poverty, and shortage of medical workers and supplies, many residents’ basic health care needs are unmet. Most people cannot afford to see a doctor or utilize the very few clinical services that are available. These barriers to health care mean that many people suffer from preventable and treatable health conditions; common ailments, such as a respiratory infection or dysentery, can develop into life threatening illnesses. On my expedition we will host a series of medical and eye care clinics in and around Iquitos where residents can receive free exams, medications, and eyeglasses. We will also be visiting homes to get to know people in the villages, as well as organizing children’s ministry activities. As we serve the people of the Peruvian Amazon, it will provide new opportunities to share the Gospel with them. 

I’m thrilled about the experience that lies ahead! I hope you see the value in what we will accomplish. The importance of prayer for our ministry, medical care, travel, and that which God intends to accomplish through us, is absolutely essential.

As you can imagine, a trip like this also requires financial support from a number of people. I write this to ask that you consider partnering with me on this mission trip through not only your prayers but also financial contributions. I believe God has called me to go but this can only happen if others will join my sending team of spiritual and financial supporters.

I am eager for your prayer support and partnership in this ministry, and I greatly value your help in this venture of faith! Thank you so much!