“No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws them, and I will raise them up at the last day.” John 6:44a
This morning, we awoke to the smells of fresh fruit and coffee served at our Hotel de Carmen. We were greeted by sunny skies and a gorgeous view of the volcano from the rooftop of our hotel. We then loaded up our vans and took a short ride to Casa Shalom, an orphanage located 30 minutes outside of Antigua. We were met by boys and girls playing on an asphalt playground with old soccer balls and makeshift toys. It amazed me not only how happy the kids were to see us, but how independent they were as well. A few of them were working in their garden planting various fruits and vegetables. After a spirited game of soccer, where the "gringos" were soundly beaten by Team Casa Shalom, we gathered in a circle to read a story about Nicodemus and made bracelets. The Holy Spirit was upon us as six children accepted Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior. What a great way to end our short visit!
From there we ate a quick lunch back in Antigua at the nicest McDonalds that I've ever seen. We then had some free time to walk around the square and do some shopping. We were treated to a great dinner at Hotel Antigua and enjoyed fellowship with Pastor Saul and his family. A great end to a wonderful day! Hard to believe that we only have one day left in Guatemala. I believe that although our limbs and minds are tired, our hearts and souls are overflowing with God's grace and a newfound sense of purpose in our lives.
Brian Willman
First time to Guatemala
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