South Peru Union Mission

Adventist Church promotes health with sporting events in southern Peru

More than 1,250 people participated in a 2K walk and in the 5K and 10K races that promoted comprehensive health care.

Peru

Liseht Santos, South American Division, and ANN
Race start in Lima, capital of Peru.

Race start in Lima, capital of Peru.

The South Peru Union Mission (UPS) promoted sporting events in Lima, Arequipa, and Juliaca, bringing more than 1,250 people together for a 5K and 10K race and a 2K walk. The events encouraged exercise, holistic health care, and community engagement.

Non-Adventist members of the public also participated in the 5K and 10K races.
Photo: Elar Salazar

In Lima, the Central Peru Conference (Asociación Peruana Central, APC) and the Central South Peru Mission (Misión Peruana Central Sur, MPCS) joined UPS to host more than 750 participants in 5K and 10K races. The event was supported by UNION, ADRA Peru, the Home and Health Educational Service, the Good Hope Adventist Clinic, and Adventist Education of South Peru, all of whom were present to support and encourage participants.

Participants in the Juliaca race during the start.
Photo: Oscar Martinez

In Juliaca, Puno region, approximately 200 people participated in a 5K race organized by the Juliaca American Adventist Clinic. The event took place 3,825 meters (2.4 miles) above sea level on the Andean plateau and highlighted the institution's commitment to promoting community health.

A large walk mobilized people of all ages in Arequipa.
Photo: Samuel Mogollón

In Arequipa, the UPS brought together more than 300 people for a 2K walk, creating space for participation and integration around health care and biblical conversations.

In all three cities, the top three male and female finishers were recognized.

The original article was published on the South American Division news site.

Liseht Santos, South American Division, and ANN

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