Ethnos Movement International, Inc

Hiking for Freedom: Trekking Machu Picchu to Change Lives

As we take on the breathtaking challenge of hiking Machu Picchu in Peru, we are not just climbing for adventure—we are climbing for impact. Every step we take is a step towards hope, restoration, and transformation for communities around the world.

Read more: https://www.ethnosmi.org/forfreedom/machu-picchu/

Hiker's Bio:

Hettie Brittz has been married to Louis Brittz (a worship pastor) for 32 years. They have 3 grown children, a granddaughter and a grandson on the way. Hettie is passionate about God’s design for purpose in individuals and in the families He places us in. She believes when we understand our design, we can live fruitfully and meaningfully. Redeeming the worth of people in slavery so that they can step into their God-given calling, drew her to the plight of human trafficking victims and survivors. Her own experience of sexual violence during a home invasion in 2010 taught her experientially the truth that He who is in us is greater than he who is in the world (1 John 4:4) and that no weapon formed against us can prosper, including this most demeaning of all weapons. She believes in redemption, and wants to be a part of that for those who are most vulnerable. She works as a marriage and family coach at her local church in Tennessee, leads a mental health support group, trains parenting and leadership coaches and develops curriculum and books to strengthen families. Her happy place is in the mountains, and her boots for climbing Machu Picchu have already been to the top of Kilimanjaro, the French and Swiss Alps, table Mountain, the Drakensberg, Grand Tetons, and a few others. She is looking forward to many more!

Hiking for Freedom: Trekking Machu Picchu to Change Lives

As we take on the breathtaking challenge of hiking Machu Picchu in Peru, we are not just climbing for adventure—we are climbing for impact. Every step we take is a step towards hope, restoration, and transformation for communities around the world.

Read more: https://www.ethnosmi.org/forfreedom/machu-picchu/

Hiking for Freedom: Trekking Machu Picchu to Change Lives

As we take on the breathtaking challenge of hiking Machu Picchu in Peru, we are not just climbing for adventure—we are climbing for impact. Every step we take is a step towards hope, restoration, and transformation for communities around the world.

Read more: https://www.ethnosmi.org/forfreedom/machu-picchu/

Hiker's Bio:

This is Raquel from the highlands of Peru, part of the wonderful ethnic group, the Quechua people, who live in the mountains and trace their heritage to the ancient Inca civilization. I met Jesus as a teenager at 14 years old. Later, I married at 40, and my husband and I have been together for almost 24 years. I have a loving and caring husband, and while God did not give us biological children, He has blessed us with many spiritual children to care for and nurture.

Serving the Lord is the most exciting and fulfilling experience for me. I have dedicated my profession as a nurse and missionary to extend the Kingdom of God among my people. I love experiencing new things, and being part of this group is a great challenge for me. However, I trust that God will help me reach the goal for His glory.

God bless you, friends!

Hiking for Freedom: Trekking Machu Picchu to Change Lives

As we take on the breathtaking challenge of hiking Machu Picchu in Peru, we are not just climbing for adventure—we are climbing for impact. Every step we take is a step towards hope, restoration, and transformation for communities around the world.

Read more: https://www.ethnosmi.org/forfreedom/machu-picchu/

Hiker's Bio:

My name is Nike Ramírez Mosco

I am a native of Kimbiri Cusco, I currently live in Ayacucho

I am a musician and a graduate in nursing.

Support in the work in quinoa, we do work with the elderly, approximately 70 elderly people. We

take care of their spiritual health, physical health

This weekend I am more with music at church and other commitments.

Making this stopover to the mountains of Machupicchu is my first experience, it will be a time of

fellowship with the brothers and also of learning

Hiking for Freedom: Trekking Machu Picchu to Change Lives

As we take on the breathtaking challenge of hiking Machu Picchu in Peru, we are not just climbing for adventure—we are climbing for impact. Every step we take is a step towards hope, restoration, and transformation for communities around the world.

Read more: https://www.ethnosmi.org/forfreedom/machu-picchu/

Hiker's Bio:

At 60 years of age, the Lord is showing me how much more He wants to transform my heart and teach me of His love.

My husband and I got married in our early 20s and will soon celebrate 40 years of marriage. We went through a deep valley together in 1995 when we lost our three day old son. God used our suffering to deepen our faith and draw us closer to Himself.

In 2002, we moved to Tennessee, where we raised our three girls and became part of a wonderful church community. Far from our native South Africa, we found family in our brothers and sisters in Christ.

When our youngest graduated from high school, bringing to an end 20 years of homeschooling, it was a big change! God always has more adventures for us, though, and He is inviting me to “come further up and further in”. He is taking me way out of my comfort zone, to a new part of His creation, to a new mountain top. He is enlarging my heart for his children in captivity. I know that He will knit together a new family among us on this trip. Please pray that we will receive all He has for us and give all He is asking of us.

Hiking for Freedom: Trekking Machu Picchu to Change Lives

As we take on the breathtaking challenge of hiking Machu Picchu in Peru, we are not just climbing for adventure—we are climbing for impact. Every step we take is a step towards hope, restoration, and transformation for communities around the world.

Read more: https://www.ethnosmi.org/forfreedom/machu-picchu/

Hiker's Bio:

For over three decades, I've been blessed with a wonderful marriage, and we have three beautiful daughters. Our family's journey was made even more special through an international adoption, which has been a blessing for our entire family.

In the summer of 2024, long before I had been invited to hike Machu Picchu, I was processing some things in my childhood. I was asking God to redeem the things that had happened to me. Even though I was raised by the most amazing Christian parents, I experienced continual physical and emotional abuse at the hands of someone else. While my experiences are much different than children who suffer at the hands of traffickers, I do know what it is like to feel hunted, voiceless, and afraid. I pray that God will use this Freedom Challenge to redeem the painful experiences of my childhood and to bring freedom to many children. It is my honor to stand as an intercessor and to join this Freedom Challenge, knowing that every step forward will break the chains of bondage.

Hiking for Freedom: Trekking Machu Picchu to Change Lives

As we take on the breathtaking challenge of hiking Machu Picchu in Peru, we are not just climbing for adventure—we are climbing for impact. Every step we take is a step towards hope, restoration, and transformation for communities around the world.

Read more: https://www.ethnosmi.org/forfreedom/machu-picchu/

Hiker's Bio:

My name is Krista Feyma. I am a wife, mom of 3 boys (and a goldendoodle), Pastor, and Bilingual aid in Preschool Special Education. I have loved Jesus since before I can remember. I knew as a preschooler that Jesus loves me and made a choice to follow Him all my days. I have spent my life trying to help others experience that same love. My husband and I moved to beautiful San Luis Obispo, CA and planted a church in 2020. I have way too many hobbies: ballet, surfing, sewing/art, volunteering at my kids school, etc...

I studied Spanish in College, partly because of the missional opportunities it would open up. I love that in my school I get to work with families that would otherwise have a hard time accessing the services they need to help their children. Being bilingual will come in handy on this trip to Peru! My sister Tracy invited me to join her on this adventure and I’m excited to get to share this experience with her. I love exploring God’s creation and connecting with/supporting others who are on mission.

Hiking for Freedom: Trekking Machu Picchu to Change Lives

As we take on the breathtaking challenge of hiking Machu Picchu in Peru, we are not just climbing for adventure—we are climbing for impact. Every step we take is a step towards hope, restoration, and transformation for communities around the world.

Read more: https://www.ethnosmi.org/forfreedom/machu-picchu/

Hiker's Bio:

Hi, I’m Madelein Albertyn! Originally from South Africa, I have always been passionate about health and wellness, which led me to study Somatology. My journey took an exciting turn when I met my wonderful husband at a Bible study group, and together, we’ve been blessed with two sets of energetic twins.

In 2017, we made the big move to America, and since then, we’ve embraced the adventure of balancing family life with staying active in the great outdoors. Whether it’s hiking, biking, or simply enjoying a sunny day at the park, we love to stay on the move together.

When I’m not wrangling kids around, I’m in the kitchen whipping up healthy, delicious meals or with a paintbrush in hand. I believe in the power of building meaningful connections and am always excited to meet new people, share stories, and exchange ideas.