The View From Peru

The View From Peru

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The View From Peru episodes

  • Episode 8: Remembering Ravi Zacharias, and Interviewing Mariela Benites - A Member of Ravi Zacharias International Ministries - Latin America (RZIM LATAM)

    In this episode, we spend time reflecting on the life and work of the great apologist, Ravi Zacharias. I share how God used his books in my life, and about five other of my friends share how he helped them with their spiritual journey and understanding the reality of God.  After, I interview Mariela Benites about the Ravi Zacharias International Ministries - Latin America. She tells me about how she joined the team, what they do in Peru and across Latin America, and also we talk about how studying apologetics has helped her with her own walk with God.  We also discuss in depth what exactly it actually means for Peru to be a Catholic nation. Turns out, not even a lot of the “Catholic” universities are all that religious.  With that in mind, we discuss what foreign missions could do to help the local, Gospel-preaching Church here in Peru.

    Near the end, I seize the opportunity and ask an actual apologist (1) How can we know that God is real? And (2) If God is good, why did He allow the Corona Virus?

    As you might expect, she gives great answers to both of the questions.

    I hope that you enjoy this episode, and that it was of some spiritual benefit to you; I also pray that God has been glorified through the creating and publishing of this episode.

    Hope to see you next week!

    Shout out to We The Readers for much of this week’s music!

    Obituary: Ravi Zacharias - https://www.rzim.org/read/rzim-updates/ravi-zacharias-obituary

    Ravi Zacharias International Ministries - Latin America:

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/rzimlatam

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    Our Social Media Contact Info:

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    If the Lord has placed it on your heart to support Paola and me with either a single or monthly monetary gift, below are the instructions. Thank you so much for your consideration!

    -  Donate online, as follows:

    • Go to https://www.nics.org/donate/   Choose Donate Now.

    • For Designation, choose “Staff Support.”

    • A box will pop up that says “Staff Name or Project Number.” Type in Missionary’s Name, project #004017.

    • Type in the amount to give, along with any comments.

    1 hr 36 min
  • Ep. 7 - Nearly Getting Arrested, Church Planting, and Ministry during a Time of Corona Crisis - All this and more with Daniel and Mary Herold

    In this episode, I talk about HOW and WHY I almost got arrested last week. Also, I get very excited about ice-cream and sushi delivery- and if you’re in Lima, you should too!

    More importantly, I get to ask my pastor and his wife about what it was like to plant a church, how ministry has evolved during this time of COVID-19, and a lot more. I think it’s a very interesting conversation, and hearing their love for God and their church community will be a spiritual encouragement to you.

    I hope that you’ve enjoyed this episode, and I hope that it glorifies God.

    Links to everything down below:

    Gian Luca Helados - https://www.facebook.com/GianLucaHelados/

    Sushi Studios - https://www.facebook.com/sushistudio.pe/

    Our church- Nueva Vida - Lima: https://www.facebook.com/nuevavidalima/

    Our Social Media Contact Info:

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    If the Lord has placed it on your heart to support Paola and me with either a single or monthly monetary gift, in the show notes are the instructions, as well as links to our Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube channels.

    -  Donate online, as follows:

    • Go to https://www.nics.org/donate/   Choose Donate Now.

    • For Designation, choose “Staff Support.”

    • A box will pop up that says “Staff Name or Project Number.” Type in Missionary’s Name, project #004017.

    • Type in the amount to give, along with any comments.

    1 hr 24 min
  • Episode 6: Interview With Matt Anderson - Missionary, Lawyer, Pastor, and a Great Guy

    In this episode, I “sit down” with Matt, and he shares about growing up in a Mission’s minded household as a kid, and how that led him to Peru.

    In this week's episode, we discuss topics like dating on the missions field, adoption, tent-making ministry, and immigration law. This interview was such a great time, and I hope you enjoy it, because I know I for sure did!

    Matt Anderson’s Law Firm Website: http://www.andersonvisa.com/

    Matt Anderson’s Article: US Immigration Challenges when a Missionary Marries Abroad - http://www.andersonvisa.com/blog/tips/us-immigration-challenges-when-a-missionary-marries-abroad

    Matt Anderson’s Article for The Gospel Coalition in Spanish: https://www.coalicionporelevangelio.org/articulo/devocional-la-marea-y-el-coronavirus/

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    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWKTmvlvau0RMEuoTmaadlg

    If the Lord has placed it on your heart to support Paola and me with either a single or monthly monetary gift, in the show notes are the instructions, as well as links to our Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube channels.

    -  Donate online, as follows:

    • Go to https://www.nics.org/donate/   Choose Donate Now.

    • For Designation, choose “Staff Support.”

    • A box will pop up that says “Staff Name or Project Number.” Type in Missionary’s Name, project #004017.

    • Type in the amount to give, along with any comments.

    1 hr 10 min
  • Episode 5 - A Conversation with Isaac Howe

    In this episode, I talk to a college friend who is also in ministry as a youth pastor in the States. We talk about the importance of teaching teenagers Apologetics and how missionaries on the field can keep communications open with churches in the States. 

    Thank you to everyone who donated to our GoFundMe - Helping Families Hurt by COVID19 Quarantine. We passed our goal! Praise God!

    My interview with Isaac: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5FFzpFkLMb4lz3BjStbMVG?si=SfOcWu43SrK67hIov_2__A

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/cnpfreytheviewfromperu/

    FB: https://www.facebook.com/cmfrey427/

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    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWKTmvlvau0RMEuoTmaadlg

    If the Lord has placed it on your heart to support Paola and me with either a single or monthly monetary gift, in the show notes are the instructions, as well as links to our Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube channels.

    -  Donate online, as follows:

    • Go to https://www.nics.org/donate/   Choose Donate Now.

    • For Designation, choose “Staff Support.”

    • A box will pop up that says “Staff Name or Project Number.” Type in Missionary’s Name, project #004017.

    • Type in the amount to give, along with any comments.


    1 hr 2 min
  • The View From Peru Episode 4 - Interview with my boss, Eric Alfrey

    First real interview! In this episode, I call my boss, and ask him hard-hitting questions like, how did you meet your wife, what was it like serving in China and Singapore as a missionary, what’s your favorite Peruvian dish,what can parents do to keep sane as they scramble to figure out home schooling, and so much more! I think you’ll really enjoy listening to this interview.

    Please don't forget about the fundraiser: Helping Families Hurt by COVID19 Quarantine. The link is down below. 

    Please like, share, and pray for Peru!

    -Links-

    Helping Families Hurt by COVID19 Quarantine: gf.me/u/xxr8v6


    • As parents across all of Peru are losing their jobs, many kids are going hungry day after day. One of the places to be hit the hardest during these times has been Pucallpa, the jungle town that Paola served as a missionary for year in. Please prayerfully consider how you may help these families during the financially hard times.
    • IG: https://www.instagram.com/cnpfreytheviewfromperu

      FB: https://www.facebook.com/cmfrey427

      Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theviewfromperu

      YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWKTmvlvau0RMEuoTmaadlg

      If the Lord has placed it on your heart to support Paola and me with either a single or monthly monetary gift, in the show notes are the instructions, as well as links to our Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube channels.

      -  Donate online, as follows:

      • Go to https://www.nics.org/donate/   Choose Donate Now.

      • For Designation, choose “Staff Support.”

      • A box will pop up that says “Staff Name or Project Number.” Type in Missionary’s Name, project #004017.

      • Type in the amount to give, along with any comments.

      52 min
    • Episode 3- The Lives of Missionary Kids

      This is the best episode so far! In this episode, we’ll hear from 10 other missionary kids, sharing parts of their stories about growing up as Third Culture Kids, traveling, and so much more. There’s some crazy stories about human skulls and illegal drug smuggling via planes, and so much more, so make sure to listen to the whole thing.

      Please like, share, and pray for Peru!

      - Link s-

      IG: https://www.instagram.com/cnpfreytheviewfromperu/

      FB: https://www.facebook.com/cmfrey427/

      Anchor: https://anchor.fm/theviewfromperu

      YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWKTmvlvau0RMEuoTmaadlg

      If the Lord has placed it on your heart to support Paola and me with either a single or monthly monetary gift, in the show notes are the instructions, as well as links to our Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube channels.

      -  Donate online, as follows:

      • Go to https://www.nics.org/donate/   Choose Donate Now.

      • For Designation, choose “Staff Support.”

      • A box will pop up that says “Staff Name or Project Number.” Type in Missionary’s Name, project #004017.

      • Type in the amount to give, along with any comments.

      1 hr 17 min
    • Episode 2 B - To Be or Not to Be a Missionary

      In the last episode, I shared my testimony, and this episode is how God got me from having no real desire for missions or being a high school English teacher to where I am today- in Peru as a missionary, teaching English. 

      Also, I share about how I met my wife, the latest in Peru vs Corona, and so much more! 

      Please be sure to turn in next week, as we'll have in-depth conversation on what it is like growing up a missionary kid.  Please, don't forget to like, share and pray! 

      PS - Happy birthday, Mom! Love you! 

      Donation: 

      If the Lord has placed it on your heart to support Paola and me with either a single or monthly monetary gift, below are the instructions, as well as links to our Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube channels. 

      Donate online, as follows:

      • Go to https://www.nics.org/donate/  Choose Donate Now.

      • For Designation, choose “Staff Support.”

      • A box will pop up that says “Staff Name or Project Number.” Type in Missionary’s Name, project #004017.

      • Type in the amount to give, along with any comments.

      • Complete the billing information. Donors can use either a debit/credit card or a checking account.

      Links: 

      Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cnpfreytheviewfromperu/ 

      Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cmfrey427/?ref=bookmarks 

      Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWKTmvlvau0RMEuoTmaadlg 

      43 min
    • The View From Peru: Episode 2 A - Accepting Christ, and Accepting the Call to Ministry

      In this episode I give a Corona Virus Vs Peru update, and I begin the story about how I accepted Christ as my Savior and how I accepted the call into full time ministry. 

      Thank you so much for tuning back in. We hope that this podcast series glorifies God, and is a spiritual encouragement to you. 

      If the Lord has placed it on your heart to support Paola and me with either a single or monthly monetary gift, below are the instructions, as well as links to our Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube channels. 

      Donate online, as follows:

      • Go to https://www.nics.org/donate/  Choose Donate Now.

      • For Designation, choose “Staff Support.”

      • A box will pop up that says “Staff Name or Project Number.” Type in Missionary’s Name, project #004017.

      • Type in the amount to give, along with any comments.

      • Complete the billing information. Donors can use either a debit/credit card or a checking account.

      https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWKTmvlvau0RMEuoTmaadlg 


      https://www.instagram.com/cnpfreytheviewfromperu/ 


      https://www.facebook.com/cmfrey427/

      41 min

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    Welcome to The View From Peru Podcast! Thanks so much for tuning in. I’ve created this podcast to share with you real stories of real missionaries, church leaders, and expats serving Jesus here in…