This is our last night in Peru. These last few days have been completely exhausting, saying goodbye to everyone, taking care of details, doing last-minute paperwork, etc. I have wanted to write with our feelings every night, but have ended up just too tired. Tonight more than ever. But it has been good. We had a very tearful and sweet despedida (farewell) to our church family on Sunday, and have made a point to say farewell to other good friends and neighbors in the last couple days. It is hard and emotionally draining, but very good at the same time. We are feeling a real sense of closure, and recognizing that this sad departure means we have truly connected in a beautiful way with brothers and sisters here, and seen fruit from our ministry. We have loved and been loved. We have taught Christ and learned about Christ. We will miss people dearly, and are already trying to imagine when we can come back to visit.
Tomorrow we board the plane and close this chapter, with much unknown on the other side.
One important thing - we would appreciate your prayers for Laura's mother, who is in the hospital recovering from an operation. It is providential timing that we can come home now to help care for and encourage her.
There will be more posts to come, this blog will continue, but we do want to thank you for following along with us on this journey, and for your prayers and encouragement along the way.
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We will ask the Lord to make His presence known to you in a special way over the coming days and weeks. Especially praying for you as you return to Laura's mom who is not well. May you be a comforting blessing to her.
Take some time to debrief and process all that God has done... we would love to talk with you on the phone or Skype soon. John and Sue Burch
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