Alliance Christian Schools (formerly West-Mont)
Serving In Guatemala
February 23, 2019
Community: Amatitlan
Partner: Pastor Rafael
Staff: Byron Galdamez , Loren Valladares, Esther Salguero, Jose Corzo
by Byron Galdamez | February 24, 2019 2:52 AM
We made it safely! Now it is time to rest. We can't wait to see what God has in store this week for us!
![We are here!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11284/76883.jpg)
by Esther Salguero | February 24, 2019 1:38 PM
![Food distribution shopping!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11284/76896.jpg)
by Esther Salguero | February 24, 2019 9:47 PM
![God exceeds our expectations](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11284/76904.jpg)
by Esther Salguero | February 24, 2019 9:57 PM
![The lost sheep](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11284/76905.jpg)
by Esther Salguero | February 24, 2019 10:38 PM
![Packing](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11284/76908.jpg)
by Esther Salguero | February 25, 2019 9:09 AM
![On our way](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11284/76909.jpg)
by Jose Corzo | February 25, 2019 11:28 PM
Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.”
![VBS](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11284/76913.jpg)
by Jose Corzo | February 26, 2019 9:00 AM
Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me”.
John 14:6
![The way](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11284/76916.jpg)
by Esther Salguero | February 26, 2019 12:38 PM
We're doing some cleaning and painting at Monte Horeb Church today! God is good.
![Local church](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11284/76923.jpg)
by Esther Salguero | February 26, 2019 1:01 PM
Food distribution was amazing and the families we visited were so grateful! Today we learned that we all need to be grateful, even when we have trials and bad situations.
![Food distribution](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11284/76925.jpg)
by Esther Salguero | February 26, 2019 11:15 PM
![Love](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11284/76928.jpg)
by Byron Galdamez | February 27, 2019 10:53 PM
In our visit to a local school some of the local student counsel approached us with some questions and we closed the session with a prayer!
![The school visit](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11284/76939.jpg)
by Byron Galdamez | February 27, 2019 10:57 PM
![Azul means blue!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11284/76940.jpg)
by Byron Galdamez | February 27, 2019 11:00 PM
![Spreading the Gospel!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11284/76941.jpg)
by Byron Galdamez | February 27, 2019 11:03 PM
![West-Mont style!](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11284/76942.jpg)
by Jose Corzo | February 27, 2019 11:37 PM
![Goodbye service](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11284/76944.jpg)
by Esther Salguero | February 28, 2019 10:59 PM
We hiked the Pacaya Volcano today! It was such a challenge but it was worth the view. Photo pointing to everywhere because why not?
![Pacaya Volcano](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11284/76953.jpg)
by Esther Salguero | February 28, 2019 11:46 PM
Ericka, our amazing cook for the week, prepared a special surprise for dinner. We ate on the balcony with some Christmas lights decor and the most delicious roast. Thank you Ericka, we all love your food!
![Special treat from Ericka](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11284/76954.jpg)
by Esther Salguero | March 1, 2019 7:22 AM
Affirmations are so important for us! We spent time encouraging each other about how we saw God use everyone this week.
![Affirmations](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11284/76955.jpg)
by Esther Salguero | March 1, 2019 9:39 PM
We gave away some shoes and other things today at Calderas. We are so happy to help! God did so many incredible things and we can't wait to share with everyone.
![Final moments](https://trip-journals.storage.googleapis.com/11284/76990.jpg)
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Comments
Cody
February 28, 2019 8:57 PM
Truly touched and inspired by your guys hearts. Childen helping and encouraging children is such an amazing thing.
Mr P
February 28, 2019 12:23 PM
This fills me with such joy! Love Love Love everything about this! 👊🤙❤
Lori DeVore
February 27, 2019 11:24 PM
This is beautiful!
The McDermotts
February 27, 2019 6:57 PM
It is wonderful to see the smiles on the little children's faces with the boys and girls. Have a great experience serving and God bless all of you, Linda and Jim
Amber
February 27, 2019 9:42 AM
God bless you all!!!
Kate Johnson
February 26, 2019 8:57 PM
Team - your heart is showing! what a wonderful blessing you are.
Grammy and Opa Dunning
February 26, 2019 2:04 PM
We thank God every time we think of you. We are confident that Jesus is using you to do great things in his name. Thank you, to all the leaders! You are doing a fantastic job.
Jackie Smith
February 26, 2019 12:45 PM
What an awesome group of kids, changing the world with God's truth and love!! Many thanks to Gail and Val, for all they have given of themselves to provide our kids with this amazing opportunity! :0)
Rick and Cathy Wohltmann
February 26, 2019 12:29 PM
You are the Hands and Feet of Christ. Your words are words of forgiveness, salvation, hope, life and joy. The precious people you contact this week will never forget you. Make a God memory with everyone you touch. We love you all, but we especially love Isabelle. : )
Phil & Nance Baumgardner
February 26, 2019 8:18 AM
Hey kids! Great work for Jesus. God's blessings.
Rick and Christie W.
February 26, 2019 6:41 AM
You are doing God's work; may He order each of your steps. So proud of your obedience to Him. We love you!
Joe Rueger
February 25, 2019 10:16 PM
Praying for you all! The team is changing lives while impacting your own. God Bless You All!
Anita
February 24, 2019 10:17 PM
“You are faithful and You are gracious And We are just grateful” ❤️
Anita
February 24, 2019 10:15 PM
Dude God bless you all
Mrs Roupe
February 24, 2019 2:50 PM
Praising God for his faithfulness, praying you all stay safe, stay healthy, and are open to respond to the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
Junia
February 24, 2019 2:45 PM
Looks like a lot of distribution to do. May the Lord bless each one of you as you are open to what he has to teach you personally through this trip. Praying Consistently. The Martin Family
Lyn Niver
February 24, 2019 2:40 PM
So happy you have arrived safe. Enjoy your trip...keeping you in my prayers.
Sue Dolhi
February 24, 2019 11:17 AM
Hello Team! I'm following your blog and praying for you all! Enjoy every moment - you are effecting the next generation in powerful ways!
Lisa
February 24, 2019 9:41 AM
So thankful that you all got there safe and sound. Hope you got some good rest and ready to serve the Lord. Love you guys xoxo
Marcia Silkroski
February 24, 2019 9:04 AM
Be His hands and feet. Praying for the whole team!! ♥️
Kate Johnson
February 24, 2019 8:22 AM
So thankful for your safe arrival! Do great things! xoxo
Leah Knapp
February 24, 2019 7:44 AM
So happy to wake up this morning and see you all made it safely! Praying for you all!
Cherene Comick
February 24, 2019 7:30 AM
Praying for God’s blessings on you all!!
Taffy Bowman
February 24, 2019 6:56 AM
We’re so thankful you made it safely. Hope you’re getting some rest before the big week. We love you all!
Carolyn
February 24, 2019 6:33 AM
Thankful prayers for your safe arrival and your PPM team. Excited to hear about the blessings on your hearts this week.
Mr P
February 24, 2019 6:31 AM
Be All There! See a need fill a need. I am so proud of you all. You are all loved well and prayed for regularly.
Rick Knarr
February 24, 2019 5:51 AM
Praying for you this morning. Thankful you arrived safely. Now Go and bear much fruit!
Georgeanne
February 24, 2019 5:40 AM
Yay! So glad to see your smiling faces. Hope you got some sleep.