This past weekend was such a blast! Because of David & Debbie's incredible connection with the local churches here in Guatemala, we get to be a part of some great activities. On Saturday, we were invited to participate in Neon, a children's conference hosted by Vida Cristiana.
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| Group Photo! |
During this conference, children got to attend workshops on a variety of skills aimed towards the ministry. There were many classes including, drama, choreography, shadow theater, face painting, ballooning, and drawing, just to name a few.
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| Face Painting with the Girls |
The kids spent all morning in their workshops and then were able to present their talents in a talent show that afternoon. To wrap up the day, the children's worship team hosted a stellar concert.
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| Robot Michael |
I was able to sit in on the class for drama. During the two hour session, nearly thirty kids learned two different dramas. They were taught elements of drama including facial expressions, body movement and how to use drama to transition into an alter call. The children had tons of fun and sucked in all the information quickly.
Michael operated the video camera and floated for much of the day until it was time for his big debut! He was asked to be a dancing robot during the presentation for choreography. He was such a hit. All the kids wanted a picture with him after he got off the stage. It was as if he was dressed as Mickey Mouse at Disney World!
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| Petting Zoo |
On October 1st, Guatemala celebrates Children's Day. It is a very important holiday here in Guatemala. There are parades and festivals and special prizes and discounts at stores and restaurants. Its just a day to celebrate children. Last Sunday, we got to celebrate Children's Day with Manantial De Vida church.
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| One of my favorite little girls! |
They hosted a huge festival at a local school. They had food, inflatables, prizes and rides for the children. All of it was completely free to the kids and an opportunity for the church to connect with the local community. More than 1,000 children came through the festival that day.
Michael and I got the opportunity to spend time hanging out with the children and helping them navigate the festival. It was a great day of ministry. It was a joy to stand beside the church as they ministered to children of their neighborhood.
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| Crazy Corn, a Guatemalan favorite that includes ketchup, mayonnaise and cheese |
Both churches that we work with on a regular basis are incredibly passionate for the children of Guatemala. They have incredible leaders and a faithful support staff consisting mostly of teenagers.
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| Prayer Time |
These folks are committed to their children and work tirelessly to serve them. It has been a huge example to Michael and I as we watch them and learn how children's ministry is done effectively in Guatemala.
