Arrival, arrival and anticipation

The young people came from all directions

After the bad weather forecasts, we were delighted with the sunshine and high temperatures. Many of the participants had to cover distances of 2,000 kilometers. Despite tiredness and exhaustion, the atmosphere was fantastic. We have not heard of any serious accidents so far. The registration and handling of the crowds went very smoothly. Young people were registering online well into the night.

350 volunteers and construction workers toiled until late afternoon. The organization was excellent. The two tent roofs were up and the festival could begin.

We thank God from the bottom of our hearts that all the essential preparations – time pressure and adversity aside – were completed to the day. We ourselves had hardly thought this amazing result possible. /KDJ

Shortly after 7 a.m., Karina Pereyra – coordinator of the festivals – and Dr. John invited people to the festival on local radio.
The first coaches arrived early in the morning.
Everyone received a wristband, a program booklet and their campsite. Friendly staff worked at the reception desk.
Despite the long journey, you could see beaming faces everywhere.
A selfie at the entrance: the proof photo – we were at the “Luz den los Andes” festival.
The green wristbands authorized them to enter the campsites and participate in all activities.
The technicians behind the mixing desks had their hands full all day.
The pastoral care team is formed.
The last major cleaning of the toilets in the amphitheater
The guest house in the sunshine
Casa Diospi Suyana for the musicians and conference speakers from abroad.
On Friday evening, the artists presented the results of their creativity in the kitchen. From right to left: Marlen Breuer, Ellen Drechsel and Carlotta Lauel.
15 rooms with dining room and kitchen.
A participant pulls his mattresses out of a moto-taxi.
Finally there. Where is my tent?
Luz en los Andes. In the background one of the three campsites of the male participants
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