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''For information about records for non-Christian religions in Peru, go to the [[Peru Religious Records|Religious Records]] page.''
''For information about records for non-Christian religions in Peru, go to the [[Peru Religious Records|Religious Records]] page.''
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= Online Resources and Websites=
= Online Resources and Websites=
*'''1556-1930''' {{RecordSearch|1508603|Peru Baptisms, 1556-1930}} at FamilySearch — [[Peru Baptisms - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index & images; ''also at [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=60114 Ancestry] ($), [https://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-30073/peru-baptisms-1556-1930?s=209190711 MyHeritage] ($)''
*'''1560-1952''' {{RecordSearch|2727735|Peru, Diocese of Huacho, Catholic Church Records, 1560-1952}} at FamilySearch — [[Peru, Diocese of Huacho, Catholic Church Records - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index & images; ''Also at [https://www.ancestry.com/search/collections/62849/ Ancestry]'' ($)
*'''1600-1940''' {{RecordSearch|1520547|Peru Marriages, 1600-1940}} at FamilySearch — [[Peru Marriages - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index & images; ''also at [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=60122 Ancestry] ($), [https://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-30074/peru-marriages-1600-1940?s=218489221 MyHeritage] ($)''
*'''1603-1992''' {{RecordSearch|1877097|Peru, Catholic Church Records, 1603-1992}} at FamilySearch — [[Peru Catholic Church Records - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index & images
*'''1641-2016''' {{RecordSearch|2787829|Peru, Diocese of Huaraz, Catholic Church Records, 1641-2016}} at FamilySearch — [[Peru, Diocese of Huaraz, Catholic Church Records - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index & images
*'''1665-2018''' {{RecordSearch|3460240|Peru, Prelature of Yauyos-Cañete-Huarochirí, Catholic Church Records, 1665-2018}} at FamilySearch — [[Peru, Prelature of Yauyos-Canete-Huarochiri, Catholic Church Records - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index & images
*'''1750-1930''' {{RecordSearch|1520548|Peru Deaths, 1750-1930}} at FamilySearch — [[Peru Deaths - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index & images; ''also at [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=60117 Ancestry] ($), [https://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-30075/peru-deaths-1750-1930?s=218489221 MyHeritage] ($)''


*'''1603-1992''' - {{RecordSearch|1877097|Peru, Catholic Church Records, 1603-1992}} at [https://www.familysearch.org/search FamilySearch] — index and images
*'''1556-1930''' - {{RecordSearch|1508603|Peru Baptisms, 1556-1930}} at [https://www.familysearch.org/search FamilySearch] — index and images. Also at [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=60114 Ancestry.com] and [https://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-30073/peru-baptisms-1556-1930?s=218489221 Ancestry.com.]
*'''1600-1940''' - {{RecordSearch|1520547|Peru Marriages, 1600-1940}} at [https://www.familysearch.org/search FamilySearch] — index and images. Also at [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=60122 Ancestry.com] and [https://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-30074/peru-marriages-1600-1940?s=218489221 MyHeritage.]
*'''1750-1930''' - {{RecordSearch|1520548|Peru Deaths, 1750-1930}} at [https://www.familysearch.org/search FamilySearch] — index and images. Also at [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=60117 Ancestry.com] and [https://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-30075/peru-deaths-1750-1930?s=218489221 MyHeritage]
*'''1665-2018''' - {{RecordSearch|3460240|Peru, Prelature of Yauyos-Cañete-Huarochirí, Catholic Church Records, 1665-2018}} at [https://familysearch.org/search FamilySearch] — index and images
*'''1560-1952''' - {{RecordSearch|2727735|Peru, Diocese of Huacho, Catholic Church Records, 1560-1952}} at [https://www.familysearch.org/search FamilySearch] — index and images
*'''1641-2016''' - {{RecordSearch|2787829|Peru, Diocese of Huaraz, Catholic Church Records, 1641-2016}} at [https://familysearch.org/search FamilySearch] — index and images
=Historical Background=
=Historical Background=
Roman Catholicism has been the predominant faith in Peru for centuries. As of the 2017 census, 76% of the population over 12 years old described themselves as '''Catholic''', 14.1% as '''Evangelical''', 4.8% as '''Protestant''', Jewish, '''Latter-day Saints''', and '''Jehovah's Witness''', and 5.1% as nonreligious.
Roman Catholicism has been the predominant faith in Peru for centuries. As of the 2017 census, 76% of the population over 12 years old described themselves as Catholic, 14.1% as Evangelical, 4.8% as Protestant, Jewish, Latter-day Saints, and Jehovah's Witness, and 5.1% as nonreligious.
<ref> Wikipedia contributors, "Peru", in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia,'' https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peru, accessed 6 March 2020. </ref><br>
<ref> Wikipedia contributors, "Peru", in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia,'' https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Bahamas, accessed 6 March 2020. </ref><br>


=Information Recorded in the Records=
=Information Recorded in the Records=
Different denominations, different time periods, and practices of different record keepers will effect how much information can be found in the records. This outline will show the types of details which '''might''' be found (best case scenario):
Different denominations, different time periods, and practices of different record keepers will effect how much information can be found in the records. This outline will show the types of details which '''might''' be found (best case scenario);
==Baptisms==
==Baptisms==
In Catholic and Anglican records, children were usually baptized a few days after birth, and therefore, the baptism record proves date of birth. Other religions, such as Baptists, baptized at other points in the member's life. Baptism registers might give:
In Catholic and Anglican records, children were usually baptized a few days after birth, and therefore, the baptism record proves date of birth. Other religions, such as Baptists, baptized at other points in the member's life. Baptism registers might give:
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*baptism date
*baptism date
*the infant's name
*the infant's name,
*parents' names
*parents' names,
*father's occupation
*father's occupation,
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*status of legitimacy,
*status of legitimacy
*occasionally, names of grandparents,
*occasionally, names of grandparents
*names of witnesses or godparents, who may be relatives,
*names of witnesses or godparents, who may be relatives
*birth date and place,
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*the family's place of residence,
*birth date and place
*death information, as an added note or signified by a cross.
*the family's place of residence
*death information, as an added note or signified by a cross
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==Marriages==
==Marriages==
Marriage registers can give:
Marriage registers can give:
{|
*the marriage date and
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*the names of the bride and groom,
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*indicate whether they were single or widowed and
*the marriage date  
*their ages,
*the names of the bride and groom
*their birth dates and places
*indicate whether the bride and groom were single or widowed  
*residences,
*their ages
*occupations,
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*birthplaces, and
*birth dates and places for the bride and groom
*their residences
*their occupations
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*birthplaces of the bride and groom
*parents' names (after 1800)
*parents' names (after 1800)
*the names of previous spouses and their death dates
*the names of previous spouses and their death dates,
*names of witnesses, who might be relatives.
*names of witnesses, who might be relatives.
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==Burials==
==Burials==
Burial registers may give:
Burial registers may give:
{|
*the name of the deceased and
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*the date and place of death or burial.
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*the deceased's age,
*the name of the deceased  
*place of residence, and
*the date and place of death or burial
*the deceased's age
*place of residence
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*cause of death  
*cause of death  
*the names of survivors, especially a widow or widower
*the names of survivors, especially a widow or widower,
*deceased's birth date and place  
*deceased's birth date and place and
*parents' names, or at least the father's name
*parents' names
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==Reading the Records==
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*You do not have to be fluent in Spanish to read your documents. Genealogical records usually contain a limited vocabulary. Use the [[Spanish Genealogical Word List|'''Spanish Genealogical Word List''']] to translate the important points in the document.  Handwriting skills are taught in the [https://script.byu.edu/Pages/Spanish/en/welcome.aspx '''BYU Spanish Script Tutorial'''].
 
*Online interactive slideshow lessons are available to help you learn to read these records:


:*{{LearningCenter2|203|'''Reading Spanish Handwritten Records, Lesson 1'''}} — Spanish alphabet
:*{{LearningCenter2|206|'''Reading Spanish Handwritten Records, Lesson 2'''}} — Names, dates, and key genealogical words
:*{{LearningCenter2|207|'''Reading Spanish Handwritten Records, Lesson 3'''}} — Read Spanish records: birth, baptism, marriage, and death records
=How to Find Records=
=How to Find Records=
==Digital  Copies of Church Records in the FamilySearch Catalog ==
==Digital  Copies of Church Records in the FamilySearch Catalog ==
'''Watch for digitized copies of church records to be added to the collection of the FamilySearch Library.''' Some records might have viewing restrictions, and can only be viewed at a [https://locations.familysearch.org/en/search '''FamilySearch Center'''] near you, and/or by members of supporting organizations.  To find records:  
Watch for digitized copies of church records to be added to the collection of the FamilySearch Library. Some records might have viewing restrictions, and can only be viewed at a [https://familysearch.org/locations/ '''Family History Center'''] near you, and/or by members of supporting organizations.  To find records:  
:::a. Click on the [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/results?count=20&placeId=1927168&query=%2Bplace%3A%22Peru%22 '''records of Peru'''].
:::a. Click on the [COUNTRY LINK '''records of COUNTRY'''].
:::b. Click on '''Places within Peru''' and a list of towns will appear.
:::b. Click on '''Places within COUNTRY''' and a list of towns will appear.
:::c. Click on your town if it appears, or the location which you believe was the parish which served your town or village.   
:::c. Click on your town if it appears, or the location which you believe was the parish which served your town or village.   
:::d. Click on the '''"Church records"''' topic. Click on the blue links to specific record titles.
:::d. Click on the '''"Church records"''' topic. Click on the blue links to specific record titles.
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='''Anglican Church Records'''=
==Writing for Records==
*[http://www.peru.anglican.org/churches.html '''Website Directory'''] and [https://www.google.com/maps/search/Anglican+churches+of+peru/@6.8268502,-139.7360143,3z/data=!3m1!4b1 Google Maps search results for Anglican churches in Peru]
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'''The Anglican Church of South America'''<br>
Calle Doña María 141<br>
Los Rosales, Surco<br>
Lima, LI 33<br>
Peru<br>
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Email address: hwgodfrey@gmail.com<br>
Phone: +51 (0)1 449 0600<br>
*[http://www.peru.anglican.org/ '''Website''']
==Historical Background==
The Anglican Church of Peru is a diocese which is clearly both Peruvian and Anglican in its identity.  Its roots and history go back to the first half of the nineteenth century with the arrival of English and N. American immigrants. But Peruvian congregations are now the overwhelming majority, even though there is still a live English-speaking congregation at the Cathedral.<ref>"Anglican Church of Peru", http://www.peru.anglican.org/index.html, accessed 6 March 2020.</ref>
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='''Baptist Church Records'''=
==Writing for Records==
*[https://www.google.com/maps/search/baptist+churches+in+Peru/@-9.0564263,-80.2744899,5z/data=!3m1!4b1 Google Maps search results for Baptist churches in Peru]
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= '''Catholic Church Records''' =
= '''Catholic Church Records''' =
[[File:Map of the Roman Catholic Jurisdictions from Perú.png|600px|thumb|right|<center>Roman Catholic Jurisdictions from Perú</center>]]
*'''1603-1992''' {{RecordSearch|1877097|Peru, Catholic Church Records, 1603-1992}} at FamilySearch - [[Peru_Catholic_Church_Records_-_FamilySearch_Historical_Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index & images
==Writing to a Local Parish==
==Writing to a Local Parish==
Earlier records can be held at the diocese, with more recent records still kept in the local parish.  To locate the mailing address or e-mail address for a diocese or local parish, consult:
To locate the mailing address or e-mail address for a local parish, consult:
*[https://www.catholicdirectory.com/search_results?q=&location_value=Peru&country_sn=PE&location_type=country&stateSearch=&swlat=-18.4483&nelat=-0.0387769&swlng=-81.3867001&nelng=-68.65232879999999&lat=-9.189967&lng=-75.015152&faddress=Peru&place_id=ChIJ9RRZwFDIBZERSAYheRIBnvI#/ '''The Catholic Directory: Peru''']
*[https://www.catholicdirectory.com/search_results?q=&location_value=Peru&country_sn=PE&location_type=country&stateSearch=&swlat=-18.4483&nelat=-0.0387769&swlng=-81.3867001&nelng=-68.65232879999999&lat=-9.189967&lng=-75.015152&faddress=Peru&place_id=ChIJ9RRZwFDIBZERSAYheRIBnvI#/ '''The Catholic Directory: Peru''']


== Historical Background ==
== Historical Background ==
The Catholic Church in Peru is part of the worldwide Catholic Church, under the spiritual leadership of the Pope, the curia in Rome, and the Peruvian Episcopal Conference. Catholics compose an estimated 85-90% of Peru's population.<ref> Wikipedia contributors, "Catholic Church in Peru", in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia,'' https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catholic_Church_in_Peru, accessed 6 March 2020. </ref><br>
By 1550 Dominicans, Franciscans, Mercedarians, Augustinians and Jesuits were all active in Peru.<ref>"The Catholic Church in Peru", in Encyclopedia.com, https://www.encyclopedia.com/religion/encyclopedias-almanacs-transcripts-and-maps/peru-catholic-church, accessed 6 March 2020.</ref>
The Spanish conquerors not only conquered Peru militarily, but also sought to convert the indigenous populations to Christianity. Many churches were built in the colonial period, the visible manifestation of Catholicism. The Peruvian government is closely allied with the Catholic Church. Article 50 of the Constitution recognizes the Catholic Church's role as "an important element in the historical, cultural, and moral development of the nation."  Catholic clergy and laypersons receive state remuneration in addition to the stipends paid to them by the Church. This applies to the country's 52 bishops, as well as to some priests whose ministries are located in towns and villages along the borders. In addition each diocese receives a monthly institutional subsidy from the Government. An agreement signed with the Vatican in 1980 grants the Catholic Church special status in Peru. The Catholic Church receives preferential treatment in education, tax benefits, immigration of religious workers, and other areas, in accordance with the agreement. So Roman Catholicism could be considered the main religion of Peru. <ref> Wikipedia contributors, "Religion in Peru", in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia,'' https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Religion_in_Peru, accessed 6 March 2020. </ref><br>


='''The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Records'''=
='''The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Records'''=
==Online Records==
==Online Records==
Online information is available to current members,  for deceased members and immediate family members who are still living. [https://www.familysearch.org/en/ '''Sign in to FamilySearch and then select Family Tree in the drop-down menu.''']
Information is available to current members only for deceased members and immediate family members who are still living. [https://www.familysearch.org/en/ '''Sign in to FamilySearch and then select Family Tree in the drop-down menu.''']
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==Historical Background==
An official branch (a small congregation) was organized in July 1956, missionaries began preaching in August, and a Church building was purchased in November. Prior to this, Latter-day Saint families living in Peru held group meetings. In 1959, when the Andes Mission was organized, there were 300 members in five congregations.
 
In January 1988, 32 years after missionary work began in Peru, seven stakes (diocese) were created in one weekend by a visiting Church Apostle, Elder M. Russell Ballard. Total Church Membership (2019): 605,043. Congregations: 759.
<ref> The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, "Facts and Statistics: Peru, https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/facts-and-statistics/country/peru, accessed 6 March 2020.</ref>
 
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='''Evangelical and Pentecostal Church Records'''=
==Writing for Records==
*[https://www.google.com/maps/search/evangelical+churches+in+Peru/@-9.8317749,-80.5188347,6z/data=!3m1!4b1 Google Maps search results for Evangelical churches in Peru]
*[https://www.google.com/maps/search/pentecostal+churches+in+Peru/@-9.7134825,-80.5425219,6z/data=!3m1!4b1 Google Maps search results for Pentecostal churches in Peru]
==Historical Background==
==Historical Background==
The Evangelical Church of Peru is a Reformed denomination in Peru that adheres to the Westminster Confession. The first congregation was founded in 1894 in Lima. In 1919 the Synod of 9 communities adopted the name Evangelical Church of Peru. It was constituted in 1946. Since the 1950s the church grew rapidly. The majority of congregations are in the Altiplano. It had 20,000 members and almost 2,000 parishes.<ref> Wikipedia contributors, "Evangelical Church of Peru", in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia,'' https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Evangelical_Church_of_Peru, accessed 6 March 2020. </ref><br>
<ref> The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, "Facts and Statistics: Honduras, https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/facts-and-statistics/country/honduras, accessed 20 February 2020.</ref>
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='''Jehovah's Witnesses Church Records'''=
=References=
==Writing for Records==
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*[https://www.google.com/maps/search/Jehovah's+witnesses+churches+in+peru/@-9.9514495,-80.4951481,6z/data=!3m1!4b1 Google Maps search results for Jehovah's Witnesses churches in Peru]
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Asociación de los Testigos de Jehová<br>
Jirón El Cortijo 329<br>
Monterrico Chico<br>
LIMA 33<br>
PERU<br>
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Telephone: +51 1-​708-​9000
 
='''Lutheran Church Records'''=
==Writing for Records==
===Missouri Synod===
*[https://www.google.com/maps/search/lutheran+churches+in+Peru/@-9.7507197,-80.1278067,5.08z Google Maps search results for Lutheran churches in Peru]
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'''Iglesia Evangelica Luterana-Peru'''<br>
Lanificio 205<br>
Arequipa (054)<br>
Peru (0051)<br>
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Phone: 054-424-492<br>
Mobile:  054-9583-4692-3<br>
Website:  www.ielpperu.org<br>
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Missions from The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod began in Peru in 1997 to help with flood relief and medical care. The IEL-P became a member of the International Lutheran Council in 2007.
===German Speaking===
*[https://www.ev-kirche-peru.org/de.php?menu=1&sub_menu=1&pagina=die-kirche '''Website Evangelical Lutheran Church'''] (German-speaking)
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The German speaking Evangelical Lutheran congregation in Lima was founded 1898 by German emigrants. There are contractual ties with the EKD (Evangelical Church in Germany). In majority the members of the Evangelic Lutheran Church in Lima are German, Peruvian, Austrian / Swiss Reformed, Lutheran and United denomination.<ref>'''Evangelic Lutheran Church in Peru'', in LimaEasy, https://www.limaeasy.com/lima-info/parishes-international-churches-in-lima/evangelic-lutheran-church-in-peru, accessed 6 March 2020.</ref>
 
='''Methodist Church Records'''=
==Writing for Records==
*[https://www.google.com/maps/search/methodist+churches+in+Peru/@-8.7549502,-80.5456854,5.09z Google Maps search results for Methodist churches in Peru]
==Historical Background==
(Iglesia Metodista del Perú, IMP)
Methodist work in Peru dates back to the late 1870s. It failed because of the Pacific War between Peru, Chile and Bolivia. After the war mission work resumed, especially in Lima and the seaport city of Callao. The first Methodist church of Callao was founded in 1889. It was the first evangelical Spanish-speaking church in Peru. Most of the members were migrants from the rural areas. Marginalized by society, they found a warm welcome in the church. The vision of a developing and growing church led the missionaries to set up several colleges, which today are among the best educational institutions of the country. The Colegio América in Callao with 1,200 students is known throughout South America. Other large Methodist colleges exist in Lima, La Victoria, Huancayo, Tarma and Chincha. The Methodist Church of Peru became autonomous in 1970. <ref>"Methodist Church in Peru", World Council of C,/ref>hurches, https://www.oikoumene.org/en/member-churches/methodist-church-of-peru, accessed 6 March 2020.</ref>
 
='''Presbyterian Church Records'''=
==Writing for Records==
*[https://www.google.com/maps/search/presbyterian++near+Peru/@-9.2441493,-80.5115704,6z/data=!3m1!4b1 '''Google Maps search results for Presbyterian churches in Peru''']
==Historical Background==
The missionaries of Free Church of Scotland established this church. The first church work was started in 1921. The first church was built in Cajamarca in 1936 with 600 people present. The work spread to Tarapoto and Chachapoyas. The first General Assembly was held in 1963 with 5 presbyteries namely the Amazonas, Cajamarca, Lima, Celendin and San Martin, and the church become independent. The name of the denomination was Evangelical Presbyterian Church of Peru. The church had 3,000 members.


American Missionaries, of Bible Presbyterian Church, established another church in 1936. The first General assembly was held in 1970. The name of the denomination was National Presbyterian Church of Peru. In 1983 the church had 11 presbyteries with 8,000 members.
== Search Strategies  ==


These churches were united in 1995 to form the Evangelical Presbyterian and Reformed Church in Peru. In the early 2000s the EPRCP had 140 congregations and 15,000 members in Peru.<ref> Wikipedia contributors, "Evangelical Presbyterian and Reformed Church in Peru", in ''Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia,'' https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Evangelical_Presbyterian_and_Reformed_Church_in_Peru, accessed 6 March 2020. </ref><br>
Effective use of church records includes the following strategy:  


=References=
*Search for the relative or ancestor you want to know more about. When you find his or her birth record, <br>search for the birth records of his or her brothers and sisters.
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*Search for the marriage record of the parents. The marriage record will often lead to the birth records <br>of the parents.
*If you cannot locate a marriage record for the parents, you can estimate their ages and search for their birth records.


*Repeat the process for both the father and the mother.
*If earlier generations (parents, grandparents, etc.) do not appear in the records, search neighboring parishes.
*Search the death registers for information about all family members.


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For information about records for non-Christian religions in Peru, go to the Religious Records page.

Online Resources and Websites[edit | edit source]

Historical Background[edit | edit source]

Roman Catholicism has been the predominant faith in Peru for centuries. As of the 2017 census, 76% of the population over 12 years old described themselves as Catholic, 14.1% as Evangelical, 4.8% as Protestant, Jewish, Latter-day Saints, and Jehovah's Witness, and 5.1% as nonreligious. [1]

Information Recorded in the Records[edit | edit source]

Different denominations, different time periods, and practices of different record keepers will effect how much information can be found in the records. This outline will show the types of details which might be found (best case scenario);

Baptisms[edit | edit source]

In Catholic and Anglican records, children were usually baptized a few days after birth, and therefore, the baptism record proves date of birth. Other religions, such as Baptists, baptized at other points in the member's life. Baptism registers might give:

  • baptism date
  • the infant's name,
  • parents' names,
  • father's occupation,
  • status of legitimacy,
  • occasionally, names of grandparents,
  • names of witnesses or godparents, who may be relatives,
  • birth date and place,
  • the family's place of residence,
  • death information, as an added note or signified by a cross.

Marriages[edit | edit source]

Marriage registers can give:

  • the marriage date and
  • the names of the bride and groom,
  • indicate whether they were single or widowed and
  • their ages,
  • their birth dates and places
  • residences,
  • occupations,
  • birthplaces, and
  • parents' names (after 1800)
  • the names of previous spouses and their death dates,
  • names of witnesses, who might be relatives.

Burials[edit | edit source]

Burial registers may give:

  • the name of the deceased and
  • the date and place of death or burial.
  • the deceased's age,
  • place of residence, and
  • cause of death
  • the names of survivors, especially a widow or widower,
  • deceased's birth date and place and
  • parents' names

Reading the Records[edit | edit source]

  • Online interactive slideshow lessons are available to help you learn to read these records:

How to Find Records[edit | edit source]

Digital Copies of Church Records in the FamilySearch Catalog[edit | edit source]

Watch for digitized copies of church records to be added to the collection of the FamilySearch Library. Some records might have viewing restrictions, and can only be viewed at a Family History Center near you, and/or by members of supporting organizations. To find records:

a. Click on the [COUNTRY LINK records of COUNTRY].
b. Click on Places within COUNTRY and a list of towns will appear.
c. Click on your town if it appears, or the location which you believe was the parish which served your town or village.
d. Click on the "Church records" topic. Click on the blue links to specific record titles.
e. Some combination of these icons will appear at the far right of the listing for the record. FHL icons.png. The magnifying glass indicates that the record is indexed. Clicking on the magnifying glass will take you to the index. Clicking on the camera will take you to an online digital copy of the records.

Writing for Records[edit | edit source]

You will probably need to write to or email the national archives, the diocese, or local parish priests to find records. See the Spanish Letter Writing Guide for help with composing letters.

Catholic Church Records[edit | edit source]

Writing to a Local Parish[edit | edit source]

To locate the mailing address or e-mail address for a local parish, consult:

Historical Background[edit | edit source]

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Records[edit | edit source]

Online Records[edit | edit source]

Information is available to current members only for deceased members and immediate family members who are still living. Sign in to FamilySearch and then select Family Tree in the drop-down menu.

Historical Background[edit | edit source]

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References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ Wikipedia contributors, "Peru", in Wikipedia: the Free Encyclopedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Bahamas, accessed 6 March 2020.
  2. ↑ The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, "Facts and Statistics: Honduras, https://newsroom.churchofjesuschrist.org/facts-and-statistics/country/honduras, accessed 20 February 2020.

Search Strategies[edit | edit source]

Effective use of church records includes the following strategy:

  • Search for the relative or ancestor you want to know more about. When you find his or her birth record,
    search for the birth records of his or her brothers and sisters.
  • Search for the marriage record of the parents. The marriage record will often lead to the birth records
    of the parents.
  • If you cannot locate a marriage record for the parents, you can estimate their ages and search for their birth records.
  • Repeat the process for both the father and the mother.
  • If earlier generations (parents, grandparents, etc.) do not appear in the records, search neighboring parishes.
  • Search the death registers for information about all family members.
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