Reflejo: God is Writing a New Story
In recent years, Comas, a district within Lima, Peru, has become synonymous with violence and despair. Once a vibrant community, it now bears the weight of organized crime, as Peruvian, Venezuelan, and Colombian gangs battle for control. Extortion, prostitution, and drug trafficking plague daily life. Despite the deployment of the Peruvian army, the violence persists.
But amidst the chaos, God is writing a new story.
Through the power of the gospel and a courageous new Outreach Foundation partner—Reflejo (Reflection)—hope is taking root. In 2023, Reflejo staff member, Jessica, launched a Discovery Bible Study (DBS) in a local school with 17 women. Within weeks, 13 of them embraced faith in Christ. Inspired and emboldened, these women began sharing the gospel in public schools. And surprisingly, doors opened.
Educators, recognizing the desperate need for hope, welcomed Reflejo. Today, eight schools have invited DBS groups to minister to students and parents alike. These sessions are not only about scripture—they’re lifelines. The Bible is presented as a counterforce to gang recruitment, drug addiction, and suicide.
The results have been miraculous:
Over 1,400 individuals are now engaged in weekly school and home-based Bible studies.
156 new believers have given their lives to Christ, and one new church has been planted.
Parents who once lived in fear are becoming spiritual leaders in their homes and neighborhoods.
Even one principal, still exploring faith, said with conviction: “I gave you the keys to our school... violence has diminished, drug use, overdoses, prostitution, and suicide rates are lower… your group has changed history.”
Reflejo’s work in Comas is a shining example of how the gospel can transform the darkest places into communities of peace, purpose, and revival.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We believe this is just the beginning.
With your generous support, Reflejo will continue training passionate leaders like Jessica, deepen its work in Lima, and expand into neighboring countries Argentina and Bolivia. Your partnership will help bring the light of Christ to communities desperate for healing and hope.
Will you stand with us as we change lives across Latin America—one family, one school, one soul at a time? You may make a gift by sending a check to the address below with the partner name “Reflejo” in the memo or you can donate on the GIVE page of our website: www.theoutreachfoundation.org.
