The phrase, “First of All, Pray!”, inspired by 1 Timothy 2:1, is the name of our prayer ministry. It reflects the prominence of prayer within our community. It’s been a mark of our Mission for more than 100 years. The mark remains. First of all, pray—deliberately, intentionally, and in faith, with praise and thanksgiving.

A New School Year at Refugio de Esperanza April 25th, 2025

The 2025 school year is underway at Refugio de Esperanza in Pucallpa, Peru! Students are arriving with excitement—some stepping into a classroom for the very first time. This vibrant community provides inclusive education, boarding care, and Gospel-centered discipleship for children and youth with disabilities and from challenging backgrounds.

This year, 29 students are living on-site, and new dorm parents have stepped in to care for and guide them.

Please pray for these dorm parents as they nurture and disciple the students in their care. Ask God to bless the Refugio leadership with unity, wisdom, and strength as they serve together and point young lives to Jesus.

To learn more and see photos, please read the lastest newsletter from Refugio!

the Church in San Ignacio, Bolivia April 23rd, 2025

A team of SAM missionaries recently traveled to San Ignacio de Velasco, a region with deep historical ties to SAM. They partnered with local pastors and churches to lead workshops, share the Gospel with children, and preach in church gatherings.

This trip also helped discern how God might lead SAM Bolivia to walk more closely with the church in this region again.

Please pray for the pastors and congregations in San Ignacio, for the children and families who heard the Good News, and for wisdom as SAM considers how to partner and strengthen these local ministries.

A New Season at Touch of the Master April 21st, 2025

Praise God for a new year of ministry at Touch of the Master Music School in Recife, Brazil! With 44 music students and a record 30 students in computer classes, the Recife Redemptive Ministries campus is full of life and learning.

Please pray for the students as they grow in skill and character, and for the teachers and volunteers who serve faithfully. Ask God to use this ministry to bring heart-level transformation and Gospel hope to the Dois Unidos community.

Good Friday — The Hope of the Cross April 18th, 2025

Today, we remember the depth of Christ’s love—He gave His life on the cross to redeem the world.

Across Latin America, churches are gathering to reflect on the cross and prepare to celebrate the hope of the resurrection.

At South America Mission, this message compels us. Through Jesus, God changes lives, restores communities, and brings hope to the most remote corners of the continent.

As we reflect on the cross, let’s pray that hearts respond to the Gospel and that we share this Good News with boldness and love.

Equipping Pastors to Preach Jesus’ Miracles April 16th, 2025

Alex Chiang, in partnership with Langham Preaching, is leading a 5-week virtual course called “How to Preach on the Miracles of Jesus.” Nearly 300 pastors from Peru and Spanish-speaking churches in the U.S. are participating.

Pray that this training strengthens their preaching and deepens their understanding of the Gospel. Ask God to build unity among these leaders and empower them to proclaim the life and power of Christ with clarity and boldness.

Reaching the Unreached in Northeast Brazil April 14th, 2025

Praise God for Ricardo and Flavia Poquiviqui, who recently traveled to Indigenous communities in Northeast Brazil to teach, encourage, and walk alongside local believers. This region includes dozens of unreached tribes, and Ricardo and Flavia continue to strengthen the Indigenous church by training leaders to carry the Gospel to every corner.

Pray that the seeds planted during this trip will take root. Ask God to open hearts in the communities they visited and give Ricardo and Flavia strength and wisdom as they mobilize Indigenous missions across Brazil.

Equipping the church in Arequipa, Peru April 11th, 2025

Praise God for the ministry of Matthias Drochner, who recently led a four-week practical training course, Programa de Enseñanza Práctica, for over 35 IBC church leaders in Arequipa, Peru—first over Zoom, then in person through two full-day workshops.

Matthias and his wife, Rosemary, have served in Peru since 1997, training pastors, discipling leaders, and walking alongside the local church.

Please pray for lasting fruit from this recent training and for the multiplication of leaders who will embody the Kingdom of God and help transform their communities.

the Wájaro Foundation April 9th, 2025

Praise God for the work of the Wájaro Foundation in Bogotá, Colombia! Recently, the Wájaro team welcomed RELIEC leaders to Casa Wájaro to plan for an upcoming gathering with Indigenous church leaders in the Vaupés region. Together, they’re preparing to address key topics like environmental stewardship, dialogue, and conflict resolution.

Please pray for wisdom, unity, and safe travel as this team walks alongside Indigenous communities with hope and commitment—working together toward a more sustainable and peaceful future.

Impacto Ministry in Pucallpa April 7th, 2025

Praise God for a joyful start to a new year of Impacto Ministry, which serves senior adults in Pucallpa, Peru, with love, dignity, and community rooted in Christ.

Please pray for meaningful connections, spiritual growth, and encouragement for each participant. Ask God to bless the volunteers and leaders as they care for and walk alongside these beloved members of the community.

Find photos of this ministry on SAM’s Facebook page!

Proclama Missions Breakfast April 4th, 2025

This Saturday, Proclama is hosting a special event in Santa Cruz, Bolivia—the “Caminando Juntos en la Misión” (Walking Together in Mission) breakfast. This gathering will bring together pastors, church leaders, and missions organizations to share, connect, and collaborate for the sake of the Gospel.

Please pray for strong attendance, meaningful connections, and a spirit of unity as participants explore how to walk together in God’s mission. Ask God to bless Proclama’s role in equipping and mobilizing the Church in Bolivia for cross-cultural missions.

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