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Concordia Lutheran Church

Serving In Guatemala
March 9, 2019
Community: Puerto Barrios
Partner: Iglesia Luterana Cristo El Salvador
Staff: Silver King Sing, Byron Galdamez

We made it!

by Silver King Sing | March 9, 2019 12:43 AM

After a long day of travel, we made it to get to our home for the next week. We are excited to see what God has for us this week in Guatemala! 

We made it!
Breakfast and move forward

by Silver King Sing | March 9, 2019 12:00 PM

Already rested after a long day of flights, we had breakfast together and prepared for another day of travel to reach our final destination in Puerto Barrios!
Breakfast and move forward
On the road!

by Silver King Sing | March 9, 2019 1:46 PM

We continue on our way to our destination ... And with great expectations of the re-encounter with the church in Puerto Barrios!

On the road!
Dinner time!

by Silver King Sing | March 10, 2019 12:13 PM

We managed to get to the hotel in puerto barrios enjoying a delicious dinner while we reviewed the agenda of the week. Excited for what God will do!

Dinner time!
Jam time!

by Silver King Sing | March 10, 2019 11:47 PM

After dinner, Nate and Steffen get ready to prepare their guitars for the rest of the week.

Jam time!
One body!

by Silver King Sing | March 11, 2019 9:31 AM

Thomas had the opportunity to do the introduction to the service with a beautiful melody on the piano. How good it is to know that there are no barriers to joining in service to God!

One body!
Church Service

by Silver King Sing | March 11, 2019 9:50 AM

Just like at home. Enjoying a beautiful service with our Lutheran brothers of Puerto Barrios. 
Church Service
The Doxology

by Silver King Sing | March 11, 2019 9:56 AM

The Pullman team joined in worship with the song The Doxology singing in English and the local Church in Spanish. It's all about worshiping Christ.
The Doxology
Boat Ride!

by Silver King Sing | March 11, 2019 10:00 AM

After a beautiful service we take a boat ride to visit the beautiful and very famous Playa Blanca.
Boat Ride!
Coco!

by Silver King Sing | March 11, 2019 10:58 AM

Different country, different fruit, different experience! 
Coco!
Sun, sand, and sea

by Silver King Sing | March 11, 2019 11:41 AM

Nothing better than experiencing sun, sand, and sea especially when we come from a very cold temperature at home.
Sun, sand, and sea
Getting ready!

by Silver King Sing | March 11, 2019 11:43 AM

We returned to the hotel and now it's time to prepare for the VBS for the next few days.
Getting ready!
Construction project!

by Silver King Sing | March 11, 2019 11:46 AM

We are already in the Lutheran community center where the Church of Concordia has supported the construction since 2008.  Today we remain committed to the vision!
Construction project!
Teamwork!

by Silver King Sing | March 12, 2019 10:05 AM

This time the goal is to change the roof of the Lutheran community center and to achieve this, teamwork is the key.

Teamwork!
Every detail is important!

by Silver King Sing | March 12, 2019 10:09 AM

In construction every detail is important and every assignment is very valuable. It is good to have a team willing to work.
Every detail is important!
VBS

by Silver King Sing | March 12, 2019 10:12 AM

After working hard in construction, we took time to have fun with the children of the community center!
VBS
Smiles!

by Silver King Sing | March 12, 2019 10:28 AM

We do anything for children, our reward is their beautiful smiles!
Smiles!
Creativity for fun!

by Silver King Sing | March 12, 2019 10:43 AM

Today the children used their creativity to create their own bracelets.
Creativity for fun!
Genuine Partnerships

by Silver King Sing | March 12, 2019 10:53 AM

Very grateful to be part of this genuine partnership that began in 2008.
Genuine Partnerships
Construction project day 2

by Silver King Sing | March 13, 2019 11:15 AM

We continue to work hard to change the roof of the community center. Teamwork is the key! 

Construction project day 2
Passion makes the difference

by Silver King Sing | March 13, 2019 11:18 AM

We may not have the best skills but we do have passion for service to the Lord!  Glad we are not alone in this project!        
Passion makes the difference
Time of the performance

by Silver King Sing | March 13, 2019 11:23 AM

For the sake of the children we become the best actors! Today we performed to show the death and resurrection of our Savior.
Time of the performance
Craft with purpose

by Silver King Sing | March 13, 2019 11:28 AM

There is always a meaning behind each craft and they will always guide us to Jesus!
Craft with purpose
The fun continues

by Silver King Sing | March 13, 2019 11:33 AM

Immediately after VBS  we had a festival for the children and families of Puerto Barrios in the community center!
The fun continues
The festival!

by Silver King Sing | March 13, 2019 11:47 AM

The festival allowed us to reach more than 200 people from the community surrounding the community center ... Games, prizes, food and lots of fun!
The festival!
Sponsored children

by Silver King Sing | March 13, 2019 11:59 AM

Today we had the opportunity to spend time with the children who are sponsored by families of the Concordia Lutheran Church. 
Sponsored children
Just one look

by Silver King Sing | March 13, 2019 12:06 PM

It is very difficult to try not to open the gift to at least take a look! 
Just one look
Lutheran School

by Silver King Sing | March 13, 2019 12:09 PM

Today we visit the Lutheran school and through songs and dramas we shared with more than 1,000 students!
Lutheran School
The Good Samaritan

by Silver King Sing | March 13, 2019 12:13 PM

Action!
The Good Samaritan
The message

by Silver King Sing | March 15, 2019 6:43 PM

We greatly enjoy being able to guide all of the Lutheran students in prayer after each presentation. 

The message
Construction Project

by Silver King Sing | March 15, 2019 6:46 PM

Half of the new roof is ready ... The local church will continue working to complete the project. We are very grateful for the privilege of having contributed to this wonderful work.
Construction Project
The Pastor's birthday

by Silver King Sing | March 15, 2019 6:50 PM

After a day of drama, songs and evangelism at school, we had the joy of celebrating the birthday of Pastor Byron Paz ... Ya queremos pastel! 
The Pastor's birthday
Recreation day!

by Silver King Sing | March 15, 2019 6:52 PM

Nothing better to start the day of recreation than to know the history of the Mayans.
Recreation day!
Baile de Moros!

by Silver King Sing | March 15, 2019 6:54 PM

What a delicious dinner next to a wonderful typical dance of Guatemala! 
Baile de Moros!
Last meeting

by Silver King Sing | March 16, 2019 7:15 AM

We begin and end with the understanding that without God we can do nothing.

Last meeting
Mission accomplished

by Silver King Sing | March 16, 2019 7:17 AM

Very anxious to return home to tell what God has done this week. Adios Guatemala! 
Mission accomplished

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Comments

Regina Pimentel

March 13, 2019 2:12 PM

Thank you for these beautiful pictures! Giving us a glimpse of the wonderful project, awesome VBS and sharing your lives with the people in Quatemala!

Regina Pimentel

March 9, 2019 1:01 PM

Fantastic!! May God guide your every step and we pray for the encouragement and blessing you will be to the people you are serving! Much love in the Lord! Pimentel's

Elizabeth

March 9, 2019 10:51 AM

Hooray!! You’re there! We love you and we’re praying for each one of you!

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