South American Division

Adventist Academy Students Make Impact in Chachapoyas During First Mission Trip

Mission trip empowers young missionaries through service and community engagement.

November 12, 2024

Peru

Thais Suarez, South American Division, and ANN

Students from the Nueva Cajamarca Adventist Academy together with the teachers of the institution who guided the missionary trip, sharing with students from an educational institution in the area.

[Photo: South American Division]

A group of 27 students and 11 teachers from the Nueva Cajamarca Adventist Academy, located in the province of Rioja, in northern Peru, took their first mission trip to the María district of the city of Chachapoyas. From October 10 to 13, 2024, the students developed community and spiritual activities that left a significant impact on 80 people.

A Journey of Faith, Fellowship, and Cultural Exploration

Student participating in Mission Trip activities.

The trip sought to train missionaries for service. The Adventist delegation began with a clean-up day in the district's main park. "We want to reflect the values that define us as an institution, not only in the classrooms but also in service to others," said Alexander Anticona Fernández, the school's principal.

The students also organized a cantata, a choral production, at the local church and witnessed the baptism of two people. Music and spiritual messages brought the congregation together in a moment of reflection and worship. Residents of the Maria district described the visit as a “unique” experience and expressed their desire for these activities to continue in the future.

Granddaughter and grandmother decided to be baptized, motivated by the missionary work of Mission Trip teachers and students.

The students also visited the Horacio Zevallos Educational Institution, where they shared their philosophy based on Christian values. In addition, they participated in recreational and educational activities that promoted fellowship and respect. For many, connecting with local youth was one of the highlights of the trip.

Moment of the visit to the Horacio Zevallos Educational Institution.

The trip included a cultural visit to the citadel of Kuélap. This experience allowed participants to learn about the country's history and heritage while strengthening bonds of camaraderie. "This trip has taught us that serving transforms the community and our lives," commented one of the students.

Group of students and teachers from the Adventist School Nueva Cajamarca who participated in the missionary trip.

This project, organized by the Northeast Mission of Peru, the administrative headquarters of the Adventist Church for that territory, seeks to have an impact on a social and spiritual level. It also focuses on developing leadership and a sense of responsibility in students, who return with a new perspective on the relevance of Christian service.

The original article was published on the South American Division Spanish website.