What will the weather be like?

In the mountains this summer, it will be mostly comfortable during the day.  I typically wear a long sleeved tshirt with an extra layer handy for when the sun goes behind a cloud or for inside.  In the evenings, the temperature will drop quickly as the sun goes down.  You'll want to add at least a layer.  In the evenings, it's common for me to wear a long sleeve tshirt (or two), a fleece and my jacket.  I know that it sounds like you will need lots of clothes, but you don't.  Layer and rewear is the key.  The Quechua you will be working amongst have very, very few clothes and sometimes wear everything they own at the same time.

In Iquitos it's a totally different story.  It won't be cold at all!  You'll want short sleeves, lightweight pants, a light jacket.  Guys, you may wear shorts, not a problem culturally.  Ladies, life is a little different for you.  If you want to bring shorts to wear within the confines of your room, that is not a problem, but culturally, it is not appropriate for you to wear them in public.  Capris and lightweight skirts will be fine for something cooler to wear.  You will want some warmer clothes for Lima.  A fleece and some close toed shoes would be good.

Will the blog be updated during the summer?

I will continue updating the blog this summer as I get reports from the different teams.  I'll be traveling a lot during the summer as well and won't alway have internet access but will update as I can.  I can't make any promises but will do my best!

What is REAP North?

REAP North is a team of missionaries serving with the IMB responsible for the northern part of Peru.  We mobilize US churches to adopt a people group (or portion of a people group) and become the missionary to them.  There are simply not enough full time missionaries to be able to reach all the people of Peru.  We mobilize and utilize students to live and work in adopted villages between the Strategy Coordinator church trips.

REAP is an acronym for....

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• Research- Identify, locate, investigate and segment people groups in preparation for engagement.

People group approach – Research an assigned people group. Use internet and other sources to research people group in preparation for engagement using the attached research criteria.

Geographical approach – Research of an area that is potentially accessible by Strategy Coordinator church volunteer teams, identifying what people groups are there and investigating them using the attached research criteria.

• Recruit – Strategy coordinator (S.C.) churches and other short term missionaries to engage people group segments. Most of our S.C. churches have come from our own contacts.

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• Equip – Train S.C. churches and other short term missionaries to plant multiplying Great Commission churches.

Evangelism – Methodology, contextualization of the message. Barriers and Bridges.

Discipleship training – Methodology, criteria obedience based. Important issues.

Leadership training – Criteria, important issues. Leadership training conferences.

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• Assist – S.C. churches with logistical needs. Including but not limited to: translators, lodging, transportation, Bibles, tracts and other supplies

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• Pray – Maintain a fervent prayer life praying for yourself, your family, team mates, coworkers, and unreached people groups. Contribute to the prayer newsletter and other strategic uses of prayer.

San Jose de Quero: Accommodations

Hellooo team Quero!

I have pictures of your home for the summer.  This is the only hostel in San Jose de Quero.  It is fairly typical for Peru.

You will have indoor plumbing and running water.  Sorry the picture is a little dark

No buildings in Peru have heating, but there is always a good wool blanket or two on the bed.  You will want to bring a sleeping bag!

Room for 2

Washing dishes on the roof 

The view is awesome!

A local store which doubles as the restaurant in town.

The food is great and it's only $1.35 for lunch!

This sweet lady, Maruja, will meet you when you arrive.  Here she is pictured with her father, the former mayor of town.  You'll want to get to know these folks!

How Much Money Should I Bring?

The question you are all asking, even if you haven't emailed about it yet is:  How much money should I bring with me?

The field cost for everyone is $1,600 per person.  This does not include your airfare, insurance or souvenirs.  It does cover all meals, transportation, housing and ministry funds needed from the time you land in Peru, until you depart.  

Money to Peru will be accessed in two different ways.  

  * A portion will be sent (via check) to the IMB.  I can access this from     Peru and will use it to cover all your expenses in Lima.
  * A predetermined amount will be brought in cash in crisp, clean bills.  



Because the number of you coming for the summer is still fluctuating, this effects how much you'll send in advance and how much you'll bring in cash.  It's complicated.  So, the first week of April, I will email detailed instructions about all of these.  I'm praying for each of your as your raise funds.  Don't stress about the money.  The Lord has called you to come serve this summer and He will provide a way for it to happen.  

Immunization Information

Your immunizations are an important part of staying healthy on the trip.  Please make sure your immunizations are up to date.  If you are going to teach ESL in the jungle, you MUST have a current Yellow Fever vaccine.  This is a chart from the CDC website with immunization information.  Click on the chart to view it larger.  The links on the chart will not function from the blog but will from the CDC website.

Flight Information

As you look for flights, please make sure that your flights fit within these parameters. It's not feasible to make multiple airport runs during the day to pick up flights.  Please email me your itinerary before you purchase it for my approval.  I will respond immediately as to not delay your purchase.


ARRIVAL: June 1 between 8pm and 2am (June 2)
DEPARTURE: July 30 between 8pm and 2am (July 31)