United Methodist International Volunteers in Mission
Peru Mission 2010 July 29 - August 12, 2010
The Wisconsin Conference Peru Mission has been confirmed for July 29 – August 12, 2010. Volunteer medical and construction personnel are needed. We will be staying at the La Angostura Hostel in Ica, Peru. There are double and triple rooms available with bathrooms, hot water and cable.
The medical team will be working in Pisco. There are four churches where we will set up a clinic. I will check on the transportation regarding a local bus vs. rental. I will also inquire about a clinic for Ica. The economic situation in Ica and Pisco has deteriorated since the earthquake in August 2007. There is minimal government aid. Many habitants have lost their jobs. The medical campaign will be coupled to provide Christian counselors to help affected persons.
This Methodist mission will accommodate up to 30 people for the team. We have an opportunity to work with the children for Bible School or other educational training. The schools will be closed for a national holiday for one week while we are there.
The construction team will be assisting a bricklayer and helpers to add a second story on an existing building. This building is a church that is also used as a school and community center.
Estimated costs are: $850 plus airfare. Recently, the Kayak website showed Delta and Continental flights for $525 from Chicago to Lima. Costs for the mission include room, food, ground transportation, sight- seeing weekend, insurance, project costs and miscellaneous fees. A trip to Machu Picchu can be arranged at the end of the mission and will require one or two extra days. Estimated cost will be $600. Please call or email Judy Bruun for questions or information. A site visit is being planned for January. More details later.
Click here to access the IVIM Brochure for 2009. Please use the registration form to sign up for the Peru mission. Your deposit of $100 is non-refundable, but is tax deductible. If you choose to join a different mission in the Wisconsin Conference, your deposit will be applied to that mission.
Grace and Peace,
Rev. Nancy Carmichael and Judy Bruun, Team Leaders
United Methodist International Volunteers in Mission,
Wisconsin Conference
jrbruun@sbcglobal.net
262-786-4120
414-530-1448 (cell)