Scrapbook for Paraguay,
Mennonite World Conference,
Iguazu Falls and Peru

Remembering the South American Tour...

Paraguay and Its Colonies
Mennonite World Conference
Iguazu Falls and Peru

Paraguay and Its Colonies

Introducing local culture. En route to the Mennonite Colonies - begun 1927. Recalling the story.	Agricultural products and factories.	Asuncion, the capitol and growing city. Peanuts. Dry area - rain water tank in every house.
Retirement home.	Milk processing... and ice cream.
Monuments tell the story	Now plenty to eat	Schools, hospitals, churches
	The colonies have been blessed -- "one hand washes the other, both hands wash the face" - involvement with native neighbors.

Mennonite World Conference Program (July 14-19)

		Banners from around the world.
Harp orchestra - great music somtimes in 6 languages.	Outdoor exhibits from around the world.	Children.
Youth involvement and activities.		Resting between sessions.
Food to feed 5,000+.	Many sermons - many seminars - many tours.
Communion with a world of believers.	Good bye to Asuncion.

Iguazu Falls and Peru

En route to the falls - Argentina side.

The Falls - Brazilian side.

The Andes of Peru. Cusco - a mix of modern, Spanish and Inca cultures.

Entering Machu Picchu.

Local leaders of Mennonite Church in Cusco.	Ron and Regina Shultz, school leaders.	Promesa Christian school classroom.
Church development project.	Trout farm of local pastor...	...and lunch - yum!

Local industry - brick making and tile making

Bringing memories home. Saying good bye - reviewing photos at the airport

"TOUR MEMBERS SAID . .

"A great mix of experiencing God's creation in humanity and nature."
- Trula, PA

"...highlight was visiting the colonies."
- Lavon & Leota, IL

"...to experience the milieu of the Mennonite Churches in Peru was so informing."
- Mary & Gene, KS

"I had expected to enjoy the trip because each part was of deep interest, but the actual experience far exceeded my expectations. The exposure to the Peruvian Mennonites was a plus."
- Janet, PA

"...this was our first World Conference experience...the coming together of so many from so many diverse backgrounds was staggering. The music was wonderful."
- Dick & Louise, VA

"...we especially like the way MYW Tours combines seeing natural wonders and connecting with local Mennonites and their activities."
- Art & Mary, OH

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