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North Coast Church

Serving In Guatemala
March 29, 2025
Community: Cerro Alto / Patzicia
Partner: Aposento Alto
Staff: Loren Valladares, Augusto Marroquin, Eduardo Herrera, Brenda Vásquez, Katrina Hulme, Gustavo Moreno, José Tarragó

¡Hola, Guatemala!

by Eduardo Herrera | March 29, 2025 12:43 PM

We landed safely in Guatemala, and we're already in Patzicía ready to serve alongside the church in this wonderful community. 
¡Hola, Guatemala!

Bonfire!

by Eduardo Herrera | March 30, 2025 12:07 AM

We had an awesome bonfire with the youth from church. We are blessed with the connections we've made in this community.

Bonfire!

Worship Time

by Eduardo Herrera | March 30, 2025 12:09 AM

Some of our students led worship. Our God knows no boundaries!
Worship Time

Testimony

by Eduardo Herrera | March 30, 2025 12:10 AM

Jonathan shared with us his testimony and the incredible things the Lord has made in his life. 
Testimony

Sharing Marshmallows

by José Tarragó | March 30, 2025 7:12 AM

The church gave us all marshmallows to roast and eat. It was a beautiful experience to share it with the local church. 

Sharing Marshmallows

Oh Happy Day!

by Katrina Hulme | March 30, 2025 12:22 PM

We started the youth activity with worship, a testimony, and prayer. We celebrate today because He washed our sins away! 

Oh Happy Day!

Time to Play

by José Tarragó | March 30, 2025 12:24 PM

Had a beautiful time playing with the youth. It was fun spending time with them. 
Time to Play

Food Distribution Shopping!

by Brenda Vásquez | March 30, 2025 8:49 PM

After lunch, we went to the grocery store to face an important challenge: shopping for food and cleaning supplies for the families we will be visiting this week. 
Food Distribution Shopping!

Sunday Service

by Eduardo Herrera | March 31, 2025 6:31 AM

We had a blessed time with our brothers and sisters from church, as we got to worship God together.  

Sunday Service

Testimony

by Eduardo Herrera | March 31, 2025 6:32 AM

Cecelia shared with the church her testimony about what God has done in her life. 
Testimony

Active and Real Faith

by Eduardo Herrera | March 31, 2025 6:33 AM

Anthony preached about how we must have an active and real faith that shows that God is working through us, which is reflected not only on our belief, but also in our deeds toward others.
Active and Real Faith

Food Distribution Prep

by Eduardo Herrera | March 31, 2025 6:35 AM

After church, we were ready to start packing the groceries to bless 36 families from the community. 

We pray that these bags cover their material needs, but we also pray for this to be a great opportunity to introduce the gospel to some of these families that haven't received the great news about Christ.

Food Distribution Prep

Visiting Families

by Katrina Hulme | March 31, 2025 11:39 PM

This morning, some of our team split into groups to visit families in the community. We spent time encouraging and praying for them, and we gave them some basic food & cleaning supplies to remind them that God sees them and will provide. 

Visiting Families

Construction Project, Day 1!

by Brenda Vásquez | April 1, 2025 12:18 AM

At our construction project we work with a heart willing to serve and full of gratitude.

Construction Project, Day 1!

VBS - Day 1

by Eduardo Herrera | April 1, 2025 2:04 AM

We had an incredible first day of VBS with over 80 kids! We got to re-connect with old friends and make new ones, and we shared the story of Moses parting the sea. 

VBS - Day 1

Games & Fun

by Eduardo Herrera | April 1, 2025 2:05 AM

During VBS, we played games, laughed, and embraced a bit of chaos with the kids. Laughter can be heard throughout the community!
Games & Fun

It's Game Time!

by Eduardo Herrera | April 1, 2025 2:06 AM

After VBS, we played soccer with some of our new friends. After some intense matches, team 6 took away the victory! We've been truly enjoying our time here! 
It's Game Time!

House Visits

by José Tarragó | April 1, 2025 1:08 PM

We visited the house of wonderful people. We heard big testimonies of faith and we left feeling really encouraged to trust God no matter the circumstances. 
House Visits

Food Distribution Ministry, Day 2!

by Brenda Vásquez | April 1, 2025 4:05 PM

This morning we split into groups to visit families and distribute food. We always enjoy this time to visit with church and community members. Today we met Sister Alba who has a beautiful talent. 

Food Distribution Ministry, Day 2!

Moving Dirt

by Katrina Hulme | April 1, 2025 4:54 PM

Our construction crew is working on leveling out the land of the new church building. We have a lot of dirt to move, but we made some great progress today!

Moving Dirt

Daniel in the Lion's Den

by Katrina Hulme | April 1, 2025 4:58 PM

For VBS today, we shared the story of Daniel in the Lion's Den. Our team had a great skit & we learned that God is powerful to save in Daniel 6:27!
Daniel in the Lion's Den

Little Lions

by Katrina Hulme | April 1, 2025 4:59 PM

For the craft today, we made little Lions to remind us of the Bible story. We pray that they learn the character of God and that it stays with the kids, even after we go home. 
Little Lions

Dish Duty

by Katrina Hulme | April 1, 2025 7:18 PM

After every meal, we are taking turns washing the dishes

Dish Duty

House Visits - Day 3

by José Tarragó | April 2, 2025 3:16 PM

We visited an amazing woman of God. Our team visited her 3 years ago. We were inspired by her strength and love for her children. It was such a beautiful time talking to her. 

House Visits - Day 3

Construction Project, Day 3!

by Brenda Vásquez | April 2, 2025 3:58 PM

We are very happy to be able to continue with the project of leveling the second floor of what will be the new Aposento Alto church building. 

Construction Project, Day 3!

Matthew 14:19-20

by Brenda Vásquez | April 2, 2025 4:14 PM

Tomó los cinco panes y los dos pescados y, mirando al cielo, los bendijo. Todos comieron hasta quedar satisfechos. 

Matthew 14:19-20

Farewell Service

by José Tarragó | April 2, 2025 11:08 PM

We had a great farewell service. It was a blessing to have shared this week with the local church and serve them just as much as they served us. We are joyful for the beautiful week of ministry that God gave us. 

Farewell Service

Antigua Guatemala

by José Tarragó | April 4, 2025 7:39 AM

On our recreation day we visited a beautiful town called Antigua Guatemala. It was a great place to walk and have some delicious food. 

Antigua Guatemala

Continue Your Impact

by Praying Pelican Missions | April 4, 2025 11:57 PM

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