Sunday and Monday in Guatemala

Sunday morning we attended the largest mega church in Central America. Of course the service was in Spanish, but they church provides headphones that has someone who translates into English. Unfortunately their rechargeable batteries only last a maximum of 20 minutes of their 90 minute service. It was still impressive. In the afternoon we went to the old capital of Guatemala Antigua which has massive religious parades that are internationally known. Among other things hundreds of men and boys are dressed in purple and line the street, some are dressed as Roman soldiers, and over 200 men help carry a float weighing several hundred kilograms and depict different scenes from the Passion. The incense was heavy from dozens of incense burners carried by men and boys in purple. The celebrations go to the city square and are done almost daily until Easter. Monday we began actually working on painting, wiring, and carpentry. Five of us worked with the girls and house parents from 3-5 and intend to do so again on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday. More news later.

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[Bill Fahrenkrug]

It is good to hear from you...a great idea to institute this blog.

Blessings to you all. There is MUCH prayer support for you!

You can tell Diane that Emily Gross was born! Everyone is doing great!