Rachel Tarvin - Wish List

Sending Church
Antioch Bible Baptist Church
800 NE 72nd Street
Gladstone, MO 64118
816-436-1649
web site

Field Address
Rachel Tarvin
Apartado 368
Cusco, Perú

Wish List

Getting the items from my wish list to me can pose a problem because mailing is much more costly than the items. However, it's a matter of availability - YOU CAN'T GET IT HERE. Standard mail to my field address (on the left) is dependable although it takes 3 to 6 weeks transit time. Sometimes we know of someone stateside that is planning a visit and will have room for a few items. So if you are planning to send something, let me know and maybe you can get the item to them before they travel.

If mailing is the only option, the US Postal Service has "Flat Rate" boxes (free) in three sizes. Each one can be filled to a certain weight and mailed for a flat rate according to size. We have learned from experience that there are fewer difficulties with the Peruvian custom agents if the boxes weigh less than 11 pounds (5kg). On the customs declaration there is a place for a second name if it can't be delivered to the person addressed. Currently (Feb 09) identify Tim & Barb Whatley at the same address. Also, be careful in declaring value. We will often be assessed a custom's fee based on value so just declare it at a reasonable value.

If you are mailing a partially filled box, you can always add candy bars, peanut butter, etc. (see bottom of my wish list). If I am "wishing" for several of a given item, don't feel badly by sending only one. Also, within the box clearly identify who you are. If it is from a Sunday School class or other group, be sure to clearly identify that group and to whom I can acknowledge receipt.

Wish List as of 26 Jul 2009

80 glass communion cups. Used are okay if not cracked or chipped. Maybe some of my supporting churches have gone to disposable cups and have the glass ones in their attic.

5 Water Bottles Katadyn Exstream XR Purifier Bottle - Article number: 8014893
Any color, can be obtained for sporting goods stores such as Bass Pro or Cabelas.

1 Table Top drip water filter Katadyn Drip Gravidyn - Item # 2110080 and three replacement Katadyn Gravidyn Filter Element Article number: 20720 (all 3 filters must be replaced every six months).

Some Spanish language music on compact disc. The following are some fine selections that can be obtained form Majesty Music (www.majestymusic.com):
Santo es Él - NF1305, Mi fuerza es - NF2486, Al Rey adorad - NF3200

Any Christian Videos with the capability of Spanish audio (we have Fireproof & Facing the Giants).

5 2 copies of "Donde no hay doctor" by Carol Thurman and Jane Maxwell; Paperback; in Spanish; used okay if available and in good condition (got another one - Thank You; still like to have 2 more copies)

5 small LED flash lights, with battery, from Wal Mart; any color; remove packaging and insert battery if space is an issue

~~Outdoor volleyball net (we have the volley balls; our net has almost reached its limits on repairs)~~ Fulfilled - Thank You

"Box stuffers" for partially filled boxes being mailed:

The cheese powder packets from boxes of Macaroni & cheese (not the macaroni!), packages of McCormick taco seasoning, peanut butter, chocolate chips, candy bars, cookies, etc. You get the idea!

Sharing God's love in the Andes

Web Editor - Don Tarvin
Updated 26 Jul 2009