The
Diocese of Chulucanas is in the northwestern corner of Peru. It is close to the
border of Ecuador and not too far from the Pacific Ocean. As a matter of
fact, it is in the same time zone as Clinton during daylight savings time. But
that is where the physical similarity ends. The terrain and climate vary from
desert plains to mountain forests. Earthquakes are not uncommon and drought is
a constant worry. Sister Phyllis Morris has helped more than one campesino
(Peruvian farmer) build a well by hand with materials purchased with funds donated
by friends in Iowa. Without a well, drought means famine for the campesinos and
hardship for everyone. Since the Diocese was first organized in 1964, many
Peruvian women and men have entered religious life and the priesthood to serve
their people. Still, most Catholics of the rural villages can receive the sacraments
only once a year. | 
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Pals-Prince of Peace school children and religious education students will
begin corresponding with the children from our sister parish.
Prayer
Partners-All parishioners can become prayer partners with our sister parishioners
in Sapillica. After all, Prince of Peace is in the midst of a building project
as well! Our prayers for our campaign are being answered as pledges come in and
land is purchased. Joining hearts and hands with another community will strengthen
our resolve as it does theirs.
Personal
visits-June is the best time to visit the Chulucanas area, according to
Bishop Dan. Parishioners are already talking about getting passports and plane
tickets and getting to know the people of La Virgen Pura y Limpia Parish firsthand.
Designated giving-Over
$1,000 has been given to help our sister parish build a parish center. First Sunday
collections are being shared. Sending money is the most efficient way to help
from a distance. |
