Mat 13:3-9 NRSV ... and Jesus told them many things in parables, saying: "Listen! A sower went out to sow. And he sowed, some seeds fell on the path, and the birds came and ate them up. Other seeds fell on rocky ground, where they did not have much soil, and they sprang up quickly, since they had no depth of soil. But when the sun rose, they were scorched; and since they had no root, they withered away. Other seeds fell among thorns, and the thorns grew up and choked them. Other seeds fell on good soil and brought forth grain, some a hundredfold, some sixty, some thirty. Let anyone with ears listen!"
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Kuyay Talpuy
Kuyay Talpuy
Kuyay Talpuy means “sowing seeds with the love of God” in Quechua Wanca, the traditional language in Iscos. We felt that it was an appropriate name for the new educational center that God has placed in our care. We are planting seeds of hope… seeds that we hope will grow into a bright future for the children and families that we are here to serve. We have always felt that we were called to sow seeds for the Lord, and we are so excited that He has opened this opportunity for us and for the children of Peru.
Education in Peru is free, but studies have shown that about 25% of the c hildren here (national statistic) do not have the opportunity or the finances to attend school. And that percentage is much higher in more rural areas. Why, if school is free, is it too expensive for the kids? It is because the families have to provide their own books, school supplies, uniforms, etc. Many of these families make less than $2,000/year and school supplies alone can cost upwards of $300/year. With this barrier, an education is unattainable for many of these children.