The original plan was to be home for two months visiting churches and raising funds. At the end of those two months, I am still short of my fund raising goal. I have canceled my return flight to Peru and will remain in the United States to continue raising more funds. Fund raising is always a faith building experience. How else can one raise support, but for the Lord's good and faithful provision? We, however, must do our part also. It has been discouraging to postpone my return date to Peru, but I must remain faithful that the Lord will continue to provide for me in His perfect timing. Would you consider partnering with me financially? Monthly donations are preferred. Even the smallest amount makes a difference. I think that often people think, "What can my meager contribution do?" My answer is "A lot!" Even if it is $30, $50, or $100 a month, it greatly contributes to the work we do in Peru and assists me to live and work there.
Also, I would love to come and visit your church or group to speak about what the Lord is doing in Peru. It is exciting to see how He is growing His kingdom! Please just email me at alleenmclain@me.com if you'd like me to visit your church. I am scheduling visits for January and February now.
While fund raising is challenging, stressful, and hard work, there are some wonderful benefits of being stateside. The main one is time with FAMILY! I was so grateful to be with my family this Christmas. It was a big change from Peru last year. I traded fake snow covered trees in the Plaza de Armas for the real thing in Atlanta, GA. It was a wonderful season of celebrating the birth of our Lord and Savior with my family. And while I missed my Peruvian family, I am eagerly anticipating joining them as soon as possible in the new year.
Christmas in Peru 2009
White Christmas in Georgia 2010
