Family to Family Program
This program pairs a needy Family in Piura, Peru with a Sponsor Family (most Sponsor Families are from the US). A relationship of faith, hope and prayer is established and occasional letters and photos are exchanged. The Sponsor Family offers a $25.00 monthly donation which provides food package to the Peruvian Family. This commitment is usually for one year ($300) though we hope you will continue the relationship and support for many years. The most needy families are sought out and it is understood that the relationship is mutual, that we need one another in this journey of life, that our prayers for one another really do make a difference. Most of the Peruvian Families voluntarily gather at their neighborhood chapel once a week to pray for their "padrinos" - their sponsor families. This is especially significant since Scripture proclaims, "The Lord hears the cry of the poor, Blessed be the Lord." psalm 34
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The monthly food package goes a long way to helping the family out but by no means undermines the need to work and make ends meet. It may last as long as two weeks depending upon the resourcefulness of the one cooking. But this charity provides more than bodily nourishment, it provides hope and affirmation that they are indeed loved and worthy of being cared for. Some Padrinos may discover additional needs the Peruvian Family might have and offer help beyond the monthly food package but is not required.
There are currently almost 1400 Peruvian Families participating in the Family to Family Program and there are thousands more who would benefit greatly from this opportunity. If you are interested in participating in the program send your name, address, email address and $25.00 (or $300.00 for the entire year) to the St. Joseph Peruvian Mission Fund (US address below) stating you would like to be part of the Family to Family Program. The St. Joseph Peruvian Mission Fund is a 501(c)3 and your donation is tax deductible.