The last part of 2013 and the beginning of 2014 found us busy with various Character Presentations to Credit Unions. We often drive to “the interior” of Guatemala to do presentations with the employees. We have also met with the Character Committees for 2014 planning.
October first, Day of the Child, is heavily celebrated here. Along with food, piñata, races and competitions, the participation of girls from the Señorita Group made it a special day. They prepared a drama for the children about the boy who cried “WOLF”. What a great lesson brought in such a visual way. God gave…
Art had his last weekly Men’s Group meeting for 2015. They spent the last eight weeks together going through an intense course on Anger Resolution. Art presented each of the men with a diploma. They each one shared how this course has impacted and changed their lives. They are now looking forward to their Christmas…
December found the Lady’s and Children’s Bible Studies once again celebrating another special event, the coming of our Lord, Jesus Christ. They savored the traditional Christmas tamales and hot fruit punch, sang Christmas carols together, listened to a message brought by one of the ladies, exchanged gifts and received a basket of goodies from the…
The Lady’s and Children’s Bible Studies celebrated with scrumptious food, song and meaningful words, honoring Art for being such a father to them all! The ladies had been planning this day for weeks. Three young sisters sang a beautiful song for him. Each of the ladies expressed their love so eloquently. Of course, our true…
The boys and leaders of the two Boys Clubs were full of energy this weekend. Eighteen members of the Eagles of Jesus Christ were spreading their wings on the basketball court and playing soccer in the front yard. They’ve kicked so many goals this year that they need a new net. They also received their…
Upon our return from out of town, the Lady’s Bible Study welcomed us with a special lunch, honoring us for our 30th Wedding Anniversary. An Aunt with her two nieces formed a trio and dedicated beautiful songs to us. Great food (including a special bread), joyful smiles and warm hugs reminded us of why we…