Egg Hunt!

19 Pizzas, 21 Liters of Pepsi, 5 Bags of Cheese Puffs, 64 Cupcakes, 800 Eggs, 20 Pounds of Candy, 14 Prize Eggs, Many Hours of Preparation, 10 Minutes for the Egg Hunt, 64 Smiling Faces! The children were extremely excited to participate in the egg hunt today.  Last year they were a bit confused about … More Egg Hunt!

The Road to Easter

The groups have been captivated by the stories leading up to the arrest of Jesus.  Bro. Mark’s dramatization makes a strong connection with the children as he explained the last supper, the Garden of Gethsemane, and Peter’s denial of Jesus.  He left the older group reflect and ponder the question, “Are there times when we … More The Road to Easter

Friday Fun!

Yesterday we celebrated Irma’s 35th birthday.  Since life doesn’t always go as planned, she is a single mother raising 6 children ranging from ages 1 to 18.  When we asked her what is one thing she would do different in the last 35 years she said, “I would finish school.” Thankfully, two of her children, … More Friday Fun!

Bring A Friend

Last week, Cropwell Baptist graciously hosted Vacation Bible School for the kids at the center.  Their team led with a Bible story, activities, games, and application. On Thursday and Friday, the kids were allowed to bring a friend to the center!  This was the first time we have ever invited others to participate and it … More Bring A Friend

Tess’ Blog

Blog From Tess: In God’s kindness, He has allowed me to return to Guatemala to visit the students at the feeding center, whom I’d previously worked with for three months last spring. I specifically remember Deidra asking me when I was leaving if I was going to come back to see them. She did not … More Tess’ Blog

What A Week!

I have been silent on the blog for the past week, but not because there has been nothing going on.  Soy’s grandfather passed away so he traveled to Texas to be with the family.  Somehow the flight took him to Colorado where he met my dad and sister for several days of skiing.  My week … More What A Week!

Meet Juan!

If you have stayed at the mission house, then you have probably seen this small older man taking out the trash.  Many of you bless him with a breakfast plate filled with delicious food.   He gathers, sorts, and burns the trash along with caring for the blackberry patch.  He is always smiling!  He has … More Meet Juan!