Team 1 is home! They were blessed to have so many amazing interactions that were ordained by God to bring hope and the Good News. 42 women showed up at their women’s conference where the majority of women heard the stories of Rahab, Mary, Martha, Ruth and Esther for the first time. From these biblical accounts of women, they were able to see that God has a plan for their lives, God sees them and cares deeply for them - even when they can’t see it.

Boys and girls from El Club received their devotionals well, showing them how God cares for them and wants to have a relationship with them. They were also taught vocational skills that helped them see a different future for their lives.

The team was blessed time and time again when they made home visits to individual families. These families were encouraged to know that God is for them and so are we. They also received water filters, bibles, food essentials and time. The team spent time sitting with each family, getting to know them, sharing stories and the hope that Jesus provides us all.

The team continues to be praying for all them and ask that you also pray specifically for Jennifer, who did not have a relationship with Jesus and was not interested in hearing much about it.

For Clara who will be going to a Guatemalan hospital to have a C-section July 2. The hospitals there are NOTHING like ours, pray for her and her baby to be cared for well.

Prayers for Lupe, age 22, who took on 4 siblings after her mother passed away. Life is doubly hard for her as a single mom of one to take on her brothers and sisters who are all under the age of 9. Genesis is her 1.5 yr old daughter. Her brother Jeremy is 2wks older than Genesis. Her sister Norma 7yrs, who Epic Kids sponsors. Her sister Nancy 8yrs and brother Andres 9 yrs. The girls need prayer for their education and Andres for his behavior.

Team 2 recently met to practice sharing the gospel. This can be very intimidating when in Guatemala, which is why we have time to learn and practice. They are pumped, doing a great job sharing their stories, and ready to share God’s word! This team will be in Guatemala July 19-26.

Be praying for the team to continue to be united, brave and bold in sharing God’s word. Pray for their strength physically and spiritually as they go out into a foreign place, many for the first time, to build a home for a family in need while making God’s love known.

Pray for the people they will encounter to be open to the love of Jesus, to hear the word of God with an open heart and for each one to have experiences from now that will prepare them for the team’s arrival.

Pray for their safety during their journey to Guatemala, in Guatemala and back home again. Also pray for their lives and hearts to be exploding for Jesus while prepping to go, while their and especially when they return!