“And whatever you do, in word or in deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.”

There are many who provide humanitarian aid in the world to those who are underprivileged, poor and in need. But those who provide that service in the name of the Lord Jesus, to offer God’s love to another by alleviating their suffering, if even for only a moment, do so as Christ’s hands and feet on earth. When a Pittsburgh mission team participated in home visits, they not only shared material goods and talents with the people of Chimbote, they also shared God’s love for them by praying with them and encouraging them in faith. This is the only source of everlasting healing for those who are suffering.

This week, we pray for those in Chimbote who long to experience the love of Jesus Christ.