Ministry Focus: Chilean Christian Camping

Currently there is a big need for Chilean national churches to support, participate, and fund the three Christian camps in Chile (El Molle, Pirque - 2, & Lican Ray - 2). These issues have no simple answers. Prayer and long-range strategy are needed to see any headway toward a totally nationally run camping ministry. The long-term answer isn't found in American funds, materials, or labor, but in the increase of ownership of the national believers in the camp ministry.

I am greatful for the balanced ministry focus Danny and Liz Thompson have toward these tough issues. Danny is Kristi's younger brother. Liz grew up in France as an MK. They met while attending NBBC and were married shortly thereafter. I would encourage you to pray for their family as well. They are on deputation as well and desire to serve in the following ways:

Church Planting: Itinerant preaching and future Church planting possibilities with the 5 local Mapuche Indian churches located within one hour of the camp. These Churches have no pastors, but depend on a circuit riding type ministry.

Administration: Running the Lican-Ray camp and coordinating the other camps in Chile.

Programming: Developing a program for family, teen and children's camps and training nationals in camping ministries.

Counselor Training: Equipping part time staff with evangelistic and counseling tools.

Facility Development: Renovating the existing buildings and establishing a master plan for future development.



(Danny & Liz Thompson - Children L to R: Morgan, Micah, & Matthias)

For more information about Chilean Camping Ministry and how you can be involved:
-go to their website: www.southerncone.org
-sign up for their newsletter HERE
-Contact them about serving or giving (time, talents, or treasury) HERE
-Look at their prayer card, past prayer letters, or doctrinal statement HERE