Mission Peru

By Aaron Watson

Hey mom, dad, family and church family -- I am doing well and I am still in one piece. I had a little bit of trouble with my knee but I am ok now. The worst, but the best day, was definitely the third day in Peru.

The team was able to go to the dump in the afternoon; it was very satisfying to understand that I should be more grateful for what I have in life. We had the chance to hand out fruit to the workers at the dump and I had a small chat with two girls; they are mother and daughter. The mom has been in the dump for more then 15 years; I am not to sure about the daughter but I am sure she has been there for along time. I was not able to have a long talk because my Spanish is not very good, but I was still able to understand a bit.

It was time to say our goodbyes and I was moved by their story. I had some fruit left in my bag so I gave the rest of it to them and face lit up like the sun. When I gave them the fruit I felt heartbroken. I know that I can't do any thing more to help; before I got on the bus to go back, I broke down and cried for a good few minutes.

The things I saw in the dump where very overwhelming. I just wish I spent more time taking it in. So that was the worst part of the day, but it was also the best.

I just want to finish with some Bible verses: Psalm 103:1 says, "Praise the LORD, O my soul; all my inmost being praise his holy name. Matthew 5:3-10 reads, "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. Blessed are merciful, for they will be shown mercy. Blessed are thousand in pure heart, for they will see God. Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God. Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.”

Best hope and prayers back home :)