For Don Luciano Chuman, who had long lived on the streets of Ferrenafe, Peru, being able to shower and wear clean clothing were rare luxuries.
Instead, he was commonly called the "crazy man" as people avoided him because of his tattered and filthy clothing, his grimy hair and beard and his odorous stench.
Don Luciano Chuman
But suddenly, a remarkable change took place in his life.
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For the people of the Peregrin Evangelical Church decided to rescue him.
With his permission, they bathed him, cut his hair, shaved his beard and gave him clean clothes.
Don Luciano Chuman
To help Don Luciano Chuman get back on his feet, they also put some money in his pocket and arranged for social services to help him.
The results are stunning as you've seen from the "before" and "after" photos. If you'd like to see additional photos, please click on http://kindnessblog.com.
This is a wonderful example of how communities could treat their poor and their homeless, and it makes the point that every life is special and has meaning.
This community put love and compassion into action and it brought out the best in Don Luciano Chuman, and the best in everyone who participated in his resurrection.
