Missionaries with
Segadores (Reapers)
in Peru recently
learned of a hidden
tribe of people who
have never been
reached by anyone
from the outside
world, much less
Christians bringing
the gospel. But in
order to reach them,
they must travel in
areas where they put
themselves at risk
to venomous snake
and spider bites –
or where they might
be shot at with bow
and arrows.
The ministry is
preparing for this
dangerous mission
this year. A mission
team is planning a
trip through miles
and miles of dense
tropical forest and
precarious boat
rides down
unfamiliar rivers –
in hopes of finding
this unreached
people group hidden
deep in the jungle.
Since poisonous
snakes and spiders
pose a constant
threat, especially
in these outlying
areas where there
are no medical
facilities, the
ministry is looking
for a way to protect
the missionaries.
The ministry has a
prototype of an
electrical device
that is proven to
neutralize poisonous
venom, but needs
help in perfecting
the instrument.
Please pray that
they will find
someone who is able
to help them work
out these details
and also be
instrumental in
getting it
manufactured.
Vest-like shields,
also designed by the
ministry leader, are
being developed.
They are looking for
the right
lightweight
protective material
to insert into the
vest. They will be
worn once the
missionaries think
they are near an
area of danger from
arrows.
After they are able
to make contact,
they will employ
special strategies
for winning their
trust. Christian Aid
is praying with the
native missionaries
that all these
details for the
trip, the equipment,
as well as the extra
training needs will
be provided for by
enthusiastic
Christians hearing
about this venture.
Pray that the full
armor of God will
prevail against the
spiritual assaults
of the enemy during
this mission trip.
Support missionaries
of Segadores
reaching this hidden
tribe in Peru.
