“Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. Luke 2:10-11
This has been a good and busy year. Please, as we end this year when there is much uncertainty in the world, join me in heeding the Prince of Peace. The angels announced Jesus with the Christmas message – Fear not, Jesus is coming. Jesus has come and dwelt among us. His perfect love casts out fear. We seek during these times to make Jesus present as we serve others near and far.
I visited Peru five times in 2016 and am planning more visits in 2017. These trips accomplished much. Thank you for being part of what God has been doing there through these trips and conversations. Polly was able to join me in November when we served at the Cathedral in Lima over two weeks. 
In Puente Piedra, Santisima Cruz church now has a roof. A building for water purification at Colegio San Mateo was installed – equipment coming in 2017. The VBS at Colegio San Mateo in July was an amazing success, and we are returning in February to train leaders for another VBS in late June.
I have assisted at the Cathedral several times as they are still searching for a new English speaking rector. We are developing plans for a complete rebuild of two schools and celebrating the new high school in Arequipa – St. Mark’s Anglican school. I also visited partners, congregations and bishops in the USA several times this year so as to keep them abreast of developments in Peru.
Goals for 2017
In 2017 we are resolved to do all that we can to support Bishop Jorge Aguilar in his priorities: Evangelism and Disciple-making. Under a new initiative, the Anglican Church in Peru will teach and train clergy and lay people to grow the Church and make effective disciples. They will be aided by the Anglican Province of South America and Peru’s partner dioceses, congregations and individuals. I will be coming alongside to encourage and participate.
I must rebuild my funds with SAMS-USA so as further to travel to Peru in 2017. Peru is where God has been leading me, using me and continues to call me.
Have a wonderful Christmas as we greet the Prince of peace. Polly and I wish you every blessing, peace and joy.
Ian+
