February 6th, 2025, 3:02pm
This year, various members of Peru have followed examples of the service of the Savior. They create opportunities for them to improve the quality of life in their communities, and promote unity and happiness for all – they emulate the light and love of the Savior.
These service initiatives remind us that small acts of service can have a major impact and can leave traces of love and care in every corner of practice.
Check out our recent service efforts.
The spirit of service
Organized in 1983, Lima Perú San Felipe’s shares became one of the pioneer stakes in Northern Lima. This year, members of the San Felipe Stake celebrated the 41-year volunteer service legacy implemented by Pioneer ancestors.
Over the years, members and volunteers have worked tirelessly to connect the community. Park cleaning, blood donation and hospital support are just a few of the many service efforts made by 4,492 active volunteer members, according to the Church’s Peruvian Newsroom.
Pioneer members and their families launched the service initiative in 1974 when they took part in the construction of the first shares known as Lamanite Stock.
Showing the gospel and dedication to our fellow people was a legacy passed down from generation to generation. And their desire to follow the example of Christ is emulated by current members of Lima Persant Felipe stock.
In January, stake members participated in a variety of service activities across the community as part of the stake conference. These projects exist as testimony to the Savior’s teaching of loving and serving others.
Stake members carry on the pioneer legacy with their continued commitment to serving their community, and ultimately to strengthen family and community ties.
Message of hope and love
On Sunday, January 12th, students from the “Education for Better Jobs” class, part of the church’s Independence Program, participated in a community service activity at National Police Heroes Park in Lima, Peru.
The volunteers have dedicated their time to clean the park and improved public spaces for fellow community members, the church’s Peruvian newsroom said.
The missionaries who were present also had the opportunity to share their messages with those who happened to pass through the park during the service project.
Mariena Mayato, who teaches the “education for better work” class, brings together service projects to help students bring together principles that personal and professional development work together with selfless service to the community. We have demonstrated that we can encourage people to practice and have studied in their courses so far.
“Independence not only means improving our skills and employability, but also means giving back to our community with actions that reflect the love and service of our Savior.”
