with 16 training centers . At each one , OMS focuses on training leaders and lay people to share the Good News in a friendly , natural way . We then train and encourage the participants to take the next step of making disciples in order to establish a new church . Developing partnerships with Peruvian church associations has led to great success .
In September 2022 , I joined the ministry in Peru after serving for a few years in California as an OMS regional representative . As a church multiplication facilitator , I visit Peru several times a year to help train , mentor , and encourage the Peru team . I also stay in regular communication to provide coaching throughout the year . These Peruvian leaders serve with passion and energy as they carry out the Great Commission . What a joy and example they are to me ! Their constant and cheerul willingness to reach out humbles me . Serving with them has become like a spiritual oasis to my soul .
God has given much ministry success in these last few years . In 2022 , 7,751 souls confessed Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior in Peru through our partner ministries . Also , many new churches want to partner with us to witness this fruit in their churches .
As we grow , we see new opportunities and new challenges . We recognize the need to strengthen our ministry outreach to families , youth , and children . We also need to develop a larger and a stronger financial partnership network . As the ministry grows and new churches are added to the training schedule , resources are important for continued expansion .
Will you pray for our ministry in Peru ? photo , page 18 : Octavio surrounds himself with the kids in Peru . page 19 ( left to right ): Peru leaders met last year for strategic planning . The people of Peru are eager to hear the Gospel . Peruvian kids enjoying games during a short-term mission trip to Peru .
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