Posted by Lucinda
Lucinda Larkin
Jun 20
Greetings from Guatemala! Last night was peaceful and serene and a chance to begin to build relationships. We had a wonderful home cooked dinner followed by a couple of rounds of the "Mafia Game" and various card games. Just before most of us went to bed, Hermann gave us a preview of what we would be doing Sunday. In addition, he shared some wonderfuly insightful words with us about the week ahead. I loved that he encouraged us to think of this week as not a "mission trip", but as a "date with Jesus"! He then went on to encourage us to use this week in 3 ways. To build "intimacy" with God, be "available to God and be an excellent "witness". An incredible way to end our first day together. And, thank you God, seems that most everyone had a good nights sleep. "
The weather today is beautiful - not too hot and mostly sunny with a little breeze. As you might imagine, lights were out fairly early last night followed by alarms starting this morning at 6:00 am as everyone scrambled to get ready for a 7:20 am bus to church. I personally loved church, probably because it actually felt just like home for me (a mini North Point Community Church service!) After church we were off to the local "mall" for lunch at Chili's! Again - just like home. The hospitality from Hermann and his family and team has been incredibly warm and attentive.
Right now we are having some down time (basketball, naps, cards) before heading off to the orphanage for a visit. Can't wait to share that experience with all our blog fans later today... xoxo
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