Today our group got it's first real introduction to the culture of Guatemala. We walked from the ministry house where we stay to a church not far from here. Walking through the streets our group of 13 Americans led by Kevin did get some stares and strange looks from the people of the neighborhood. No doubt they wondered who we were and what we were doing in their neighborhood. But when we came around the corner to the church we could not have been more warmly welcomed by the people of the church. Many in our group commented about the warm welcome and the friendly smiles they received which made them feel right at home. But the worship itself sure didn't feel like home to most. Of course many could not understand the Spanish, but the style of worship is so much different than our normal experience. People in our group appreciated the passion people expressed, the prayer that grounded the service, the joy in praise, and the dancers that supported the music. It was a great experience for everyone. But even though it was so different we were all reminded that we are one. We were worshipping at the same time people were back home and God heard all of our prayers, all of our praise and spoke the same Word to all of us. What an amazing realization of how big the kingdom of God truly is. Thank you for all of your prayers. Everyone is staying healthy and enjoying their experience. The group is more well rested today, which is good because tomorrow we meet the missionaries, visit some homes and really start to get busy. Happy Father's Day to everyone back home.
Today was a wonderful day. We woke up pretty early (I woke up around 6) and got ready for the day. At exactly 7am we had breakfast, holiday inn express Quincy style, minus the waffle maker, just the way we like it (if you know Kevin you get it). I had lots of coffee to wake me up. After breakfast and before devotions I got to visit with Sandra and Aracely. Sandra braided my hair, which is one of the best parts of coming down here (totally kidding), and then we went upstairs to "the upper room" for morning devotions, led by Aracely. She spoke about callings from God vs career choice. After devotions we went and put sun sauce and bug sauce on before choosing our van wisely (I got the van with the AC and got put next to quite a few Guatemalans, so I chose wisely). I'm not sure how many of you know this, but I am starting college this fall with the hopes of becoming an OB/GYN. Aracely is 7 months pregnant, and I was right between her and Sandra o...
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