Let Hope Kids bring the KOG to KIDS, Cool!

We threw a Kids Party at the end of our 2-month Super Hero Program last Sunday

It was a party after a normal service .... Because of the party, many new parents came with their kids, Praise the Lord! Our church service saw a record high of more than 80 attendees! Close to 30 kids shouted that God is their super hero!

The new families that came enjoyed the program and the members' service and warm friendship. We really had a good laugh with a "Payasito" (clown in Spanish). He is indeed a great entertainer ... not just with the kids but with the adults. To add to the fun, Because He is a Christian clown, so he has a Christian message to every show he does. What a purposeful Christian for His Kingdom ... we were really blessed by his performance:)

The family group once again coordinated the serving of food led by Edith, and the New Kids team coordinated the whole party program led by Ruth and Lydia. It was a job well done and a great success! Because of this party, many parents are more interested in what the church is doing and can do for their kids. We pray that more parents' eyes are open, to see not just the physical benefits of a good kids program, but what God is doing in the attitude of the little hearts, in the inner being of the little souls, that the parents will be convicted that being in God's church with God's presence is life-changing experience to their family life.

"Let the little ones come to me (come to know me), do not hinder them, for they shall inherit the Kingdom of heaven." When our kids are brought to Christ intentionally and in an unhindered way, we are sure it bears far more positive implication and influence on their future than we could ever imagine! Praise God that He's going to use our Hope Kids in a bigger way from now on .......

FestiHOPE 2009 (Part III, Musica Criolla)

FestiHOPE 2009 (Part II, Noah's Ark Show)

FestiHOPE 2009 (Part I)

Peru celebrates its Independence Day on 28 & 29 July.

In line with this nationwide celebration, the idea of FestiHOPE was brewed in the hearts of the leadership. The hearts tell us that people cannot be oblivious to the fact that a great church in this nation is emerging...:) We really need to get the word out.

The leadership was excited about the possibility that more people would know Hope LIMA. The leadership was excited to do this new FERIA (bazaar and festival) for the first time.

So we communicated to the whole church on a Sunday. It was communicated in conjunction with our new growth campaign called "HOPE en accion". The congregation down to the 3-year old kids was then very excited to get into ACTION! So there we ACTed!

Teams were formed. Preparation work was underway.

A food team made up of the "senoras".

A dance team made up of the church youths. A music team made up adult guitarists, cajoneros and singers.

A decoration team made up of the church youths and kids, including face painting. On the day of preparation, the kids and youths were blowing 100 over balloons, shifting tables and chairs. They are as young as 6 year old, but were ALL in action!

Everyone had a role to play on the actual day, setting up projector and music equipment, ushering, explaining about the church, serving food, playing the guitar, cajon, singing, leadin games, acting, dancing, it was the whole church being mobilised into action. Most importantly, we've a total of about 40 new visitors who come to know us! PTL! Our church members and visitors are mingling around in great fun of games, singing and dance competition. What a festive day!

Many would never have imagined a small church like our could organise a celebration of such scale where the number of visitors is more than the number of people organising it...BUT we did it! Many were proud to be in their respective teams and even more, even the visitors are PROUD of being part HOPE LIMA!

The Powerful Prayer of A Father

We've just finished a series of 6 preachings on "Spiritual GYM" where the church learned about how to be blessed by the Bible, worship and prayer practically. The preachings were fundamental yet important for growth. We believe many of us have brought home many key spiritual truths to grow our spiritual muscle. We are now continuing a purposeful living series entitled, "A Life Worth Living". We believe spiritual muscle should have a place to fulfill its purpose, if not, just like any muscle, it can turn into just mere flesh and fats.

We are thankful to what God is doing in the church through the weekly services. While the memory is fresh, we thought to record this great testimony of a regular visiting family.

Last Sunday, at the end of the service, one regular visitor (Jose) came forward to request to give a testimony. This regular visiting friend, together with his wife (Diana), has been attending our church regularly for 3 months now. We have seen their eagerness to learn and practise the WOG in their lives. He then began to share as below:-

"Last week my son was hit by a car. He was immediately sent to the hospital. I went to the hospital and found out that he was badly hit. The doctor told me that, at the first examination, my son's clavicle bones had been broken and needed more examination. I was really worried for his life. This is the son that always brings a lot of joy to me. I don't want to lose him, neither anything bad happened to his life. I then prayed to God to save his life remembering some prayer scripture. After a while, the 2nd examination showed that his head was perfectly alright. I continued to pray. The following examinations again showed that the rest of his body was uninjured. I was so relieved. I really thank God for answering my prayer. I also remember you my church family who has been with us and praying for us. To my son (who is present in church for the first time today, with supporting plates on the shoulder), I believe God has a purpose for you to be here!"

We were touched by the heart of the Father, at the same time, amazed at the prayer powerfully answered. Indeed we believe when we walk right with God, our prayer life is powerful. "The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective." James 5:16b. And God'll reveal the great and wonderful things to our lives. "Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know." Jeremiah 3:33

Feliz Dia Mama

Our church youths have their unique way of remembering and appreciating their mums. Watch the first CREW production for mamas!

How Religious Are We?

In line with the Holy Week (Semana Santa) Celebration, The local newspaper, "El Comercio" published a full page article about the religious beliefs in the City of Lima. There are some really helpful survey results (we love it because in Peru, there is little official statistics) as follows:-

1. To which religion you belong?

Catolics 74%
Evangelicals, Pentecostals, Christians, etc 11%
Jehovah Witness/Mormons 2%
Adventist 1%
Judaism 0.4%
Others 1%
God-believing but no religion 6%
Not God-believing and no religion 5%

2. If you belong to a religion, how do you consider yourself?

Very Religious 10%
Quite Religious 22%
Little Religious 62%
Not Religious 5%
Not sure 1%

3. Apart from weddings, funerals and baptisms, on what frequency do you attend a mass or service?

More than once per week 9%
Once per week 22%
Once per month 22%
Only during festive season 21%
Once a year 11%
Less than once a year 6%
Never 9%
Not sure 1%


The findings of the survey indeed help us to understand the religious profile of the City. There are about 70% of people out there that are hardly churched. We really have a big field. Only let Hope Lima members meet more of these souls each day, let there be more opportunities for good exchanges and build friendships beyond our families. Our church walls need to be torn down more to get the message out and bring them in:)