A baptismal service in Peru is not as simple as one in the states, primarily because the church must find swimmable water. Iglesia Bautista Vida Nueva has been planning a baptismal service for Saturday, which was to take place about two hours away. The only glitch is that the road to the river closes after 4 AM. The church would all have to leave around 3 in the morning – not practical. This problematic road does not open again until after 8 PM. So after the Thursday night prayer meeting, they held a discussion as to what would be best. Two men suggested closer and easily accessed springs which sounded much more “prudent,” as one man said. I agreed. However, the church as a whole must weigh the options. Perhaps the initial plan would be best – after all, it would give us plenty of time for fellowship! Well, the hot springs at Lamay are not as big as the ones at the other place. Is there actually enough room for the whole church to be able to see? I was rather amused at the proceedings, but relieved when the pastor stood up, thinking maybe he’d just settle it. “Whatever you all think – it depends on you.” That was helpful. Discussion began again. We slipped out and went home.
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