What an incredible time we had in Guatemala. With two leaders and eight college students we headed to San Pedro Guatemala to work in the schools and town. We did Bible stories and English lessons in the classrooms with students ranging from 3-17. We taught crafts to the younger ones to help them recall the story and asking the older students how the specific Bible stories applied in their lives. Having to teach such a range of ages really challenged the team to think of how to teach to anyone. The last day of teaching was spent on the story of Christ and his crucifixion. Four students in the school accepted Christ that day which made for a terrific end to the week. While some of the students taught in the schools, others did home visits to local families that were connected to the church pastor. We were able to provide food supplies to the families and pray over them. Many shared difficult testimonies of the struggles and hardships they were facing and the students prayed boldly over their needs. For quite a few of the students, it was their first international mission trip, which created opportunity for dialogue on God’s command to go to the nations both in their college setting as well on summer missions. It was an incredible experience for all and we are so thankful for Tennessee Baptists who helped make it happen.
