“Unity is strength” is a popular saying attributed to the Spanish liberator Simón Bolívar to express that there is strength in the unity of peoples. And as long ago as 900 B.C., wise King Solomon said, “And though a man might prevail against one who is alone, two will withstand him—a threefold cord is not quickly broken” (Ecclesiastes 4:12). With this he affirmed that no matter how good two people are together, three are even better because they are like a solid rope.
In Peru, a diverse group of individuals converged with a purpose—to be light in the midst of darkness, heralds of love to the marginalized, and messengers of salvation to those yearning for redemption.
Embark on a journey of spiritual transformation as men from Colombia and the Dominican Republic share inspiring stories from recent National Men’s Alliance Congresses.
The year 2023 has meant a new, hopeful dawn for the Evangelistic Movement of Lima Encounter with God (LED) in Peru. It has been 50 years of fervent prayer of servants full of the love of the Lord working for his Church and a Latin American city thirsty for the love of a God who changes lives.
The AWF Latin America (CLA) Region united in a transformative gathering in October in Lima, Peru. Representatives from diverse cultures came together, sharing stories, embracing wisdom, and creating a tapestry of renewal that resonated beyond the symposium’s confines.
Approximately two decades ago, a remarkable journey of faith began in a Uruguayan prison, where the power of prayer and relentless dedication have led to an astonishing spiritual revival among people.
The Latin American region continues to advance in spreading the Kingdom of God through Business as Mission. In Colombia, one student says he “was able to understand that being a barista is a useful way to start conversations about the gospel naturally and effectively.”
“Lead the way to the next generations” is the vision brought by Ángel Sabino Barrientos Chuquillanqui, the new president of the C&MA Peru. Ángel was elected in September 2022 for a five-year term, starting in February 2023. He cannot hold back his enthusiasm for his new role with the Alliance, and he is looking forward to seeing new generations meet Jesus. What a great way to celebrate the 100 years of work of the Alliance in Peru.
Sixty-seven years ago, a baby was born in a remote indigenous tribe in the Peruvian Amazon. The mother, at the moment of giving birth, dug a hole and buried him alive. At that precise moment, the chief of the tribe appeared providentially, rescuing him from certain death.
With the theme “Let us return to God,” more than 200 delegates from the Latin American countries of the Christian and Missionary Alliance gathered at the Assembly and Symposium of the Latin American Alliance Fellowship (CLA) from September 28-30, 2022, in Armenia, Colombia.
After three years, the Latin American Women Congress “Amada” took place in person again. The conference welcomed 510 Alliance women from all over Latin America with the theme “Woman: Deep Design.”
From Montero, Santa Cruz, Rev. José Luis Jaldín is the new president of the C&MA church of Bolivia. His desire for the national church is to activate the ministries, emphasize new church planting, and support the Kingdom´s advance.
The first AWF International Business and Mission Congress was held in Chile in April 2022. Pursuing collaborative projects that will specifically send Latin American Marketplace professionals, the Christian and Missionary Alliance keeps working on joining efforts to include businessmen and professionals in missions. If you are interested in getting involved, please contact [email protected].
The Alliance church in Paraguay has been dedicated to serving their friends and neighbors by cleaning the streets and squares near their churches, delivering food and discipling people. Let us pray that God continues to use the Alliance family in Paraguay to be a blessing.
Born into a family of missionaries that worked worldwide, Rev. Jeremy Warden now has more than 20 years of ministry experience. As president, Rev. Warden hopes to help guide the Brazilian Alliance in strengthening and renewing its relationship with God.
The Alliance in Uruguay began in the 1960s. Today, it is a thriving church with many active ministries. We ask God to bless and guide them as they continue to grow and develop.
From Buena Union, Uruguay: Rev. Daniel Pereira is the new president of the Uruguayan Alliance. He hopes to strengthen relations among churches, the leadership and the AWF family. Please pray that God guides him and his family as they serve the C&MA in Uruguay.
AWF Women Ministries continues to be a blessing to our women worldwide. Formed by President Jura Yanagihara to prepare workshops for the 2021 AWF Quadrennial Convocation, this ministry has sought to connect the Alliance family worldwide through women’s ministries. This year, this ministry’s leaders take another step in God’s plan to carry out the Great Commission.