Peter Fleming (missionary)
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Peter Fleming (1928-1956) was an American Christian missionary to Ecuador. He was killed during Operation Auca by Huaorani Indians along with fellow missionaries Jim Elliot, Nate Saint, Ed McCully, and Roger Youderian.
[edit] Early life
Fleming was born in Seattle, Washington. Early in his life he was taught the Bible. He became a Christian when he was 13 years old after hearing the testimony of a blind evangelist. During his late teens and early twenties, Fleming was known for his knowledge of Scripture and spiritual maturity.
In high school, Fleming earned letters in basketball and golf. He was also a good student, graduating at the top of his class.
In 1946, Fleming enrolled at the University of Washington as a philosophy student. He was very driven in college, working part-time and dedicating much time to prayer and Bible study, as well as keeping up on his classes. He was also elected president of the University Christian Fellowship. After college he went on for his master's degree which he received in 1951.
Fleming met Jim Elliot during a series of conferences and mountain climbing expeditions organized by a Christian oganization. Fleming and Elliot later spent 6 weeks preaching around the country.
[edit] Ecuador
Fleming originally went to Ecuador as a part of a two-man team with Jim Elliot. After serving on the mission field for several years, he married Olive Ainslie, whom he had known since childhood.
Fleming was killed on January 8, 1956. His body was identified by a red woven belt he was wearing.
[edit] References
Elliot, Elisabeth. Through Gates of Splendor. Bethany House Publishers. 1981.
