Today was a day of worship, training, and preparation for the team. .
This morning we worshiped at a church in Antigua where they graciously gave us radios and headsets so we could listen to an interpreter translate the sermon. It was really special to worship alongside our brothers and sisters here, even across language differences.
After church, we enjoyed an incredible brunch together with beautiful views of Antigua and Volcán de Agua. It was a chance to rest, laugh, and take in the beauty of this place before our work begins.
Later in the day, we met with Dr. Alb for training for the medical clinics we’ll be part of this week. He walked us through the practical details of how the clinics will run, but he also reminded us that the tasks we complete are not as important as the people we will meet and the ways God will use us to love and serve them.
Thanks for your continued prayers and support! We’ll try to post each evening, and we hope to have students write some of the updates so they can share their experiences in their own words.
Fellowship Student Missions 
sup guys it’s Copeland again just wanted to say hi and I’m praying for you guys and I’m hoping you guys have a great tomorrow and yesterday
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Copeland! It’s great to hear from you! We’re having a great week, but it’s not the same without you! We have definitely told everyone about the legend of Copeland. Thanks for the prayers and come see us soon!
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Hey team! So glad to hear you had safe travels and an immersive and fun first day together in Antigua. We are praying for each one of you as you begin serving tomorrow. Praying for safety, discernment, good health and specifically Joshua 1:9 that you “be strong and courageous, do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go!” God loves you so very much and so do all of us praying for you at home. P.S. Don’t stay up too late boys!! 🙂
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Hi Lauren it’s Dad here. We’re so proud of you and the entire team visiting Pastor Herman and our Guatemalan brothers and sisters in Christ. It’s a rainy Sunday afternoon here and we’re planning to watch some soccer tonight. I’m curious which team (teams?) Guatemalans cheer for in the World Cup? We love you, miss you and we are praying for everyone.
Hey Lauren we miss you we hope you stay safe -Andy Jr.
Hi Lauren its John we all miss you and I hope you have a great time serving people i cant wait to hear all the crazy stories from when you get home- John
Hi Lauren its Charlie I want to say hi. I am checking on how you are doing. You told me to write to you every day.
E-E! I miss you!
I’ve already peaked in your room a number of times hoping to see your little blonde head. No one came in my room, flopped on my bed and gave me a late night update last night. I miss your little face. Also, it hasn’t gotten too bad yet with the sports and the impromptu wrestling but as you know I’m the only girl left here without you (UPDATE: FALSE. Wrestling just led to one of your brothers getting a bloody nose.).
Seriously, though, we are so proud of you and the entire team. BRAVO EVERYONE! You could have been doing so many different things this week but you chose to leave your comfort zones and give of your time and energy for the sake of the gospel and for the Glory of Christ and I am so proud of each of you. You are EACH an answer to prayer as we have prayed for Christian community for our family. We are thankful.
Praying for safety, health, encouragement and that each of you would grow in your personal relationship with Christ on this trip.
Love you, Sissy.
Much much love, Mom-Pom
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So proud of your faithfulness and willingness to go and serve! Praying God’s will be done in and through you as you love his people. May God be glorified in all you do! Blessings and prayers of purpose, protection and peace.
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To Will and the fellas,
Remember what I said in the car:
1. Make good choices.
2. Be good leaders.
3. Do the Lord’s work well.
We miss you and are so proud of each and every one of you!
PS – Why did the missionary bring a ladder to church? Because he heard the stakes were high! (You’re welcome)
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Hello Corinne! This is Mom and Dad saying hello and reminding you how much we love you! We’re so proud of you and all your friends. Your brothers and us miss you. Lulu says “meow, come back soon”. may God strengthen and encourage you and everyone as you continue to minister to people. Tell Josh thank you leading all of you. Love in Christ, Marc and Jennifer Barrett
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hey Corinne I hope u r having a great time. I think about u all the time jk Mom made me write this. have fun.ben
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hi Corinne I hope you are having a great time make sure you get some hacky sacks also hi Tim ilysm and hi Colton that dutch game was insane hope you guys are doing good – Caleb
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Yall are doing great work and we love reading the updates and seeing the pictures! We love Riley❤️
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kristen! We are so glad you got to go on this trip. We know you love Guatemala and doing the Lord’s work. Miss you and can’t wait to hear everything.
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praying for a great week of ministry in the villages for all of you! We pray for safe travels, for blessings on each of the local pastors and churches you visit, and for hearts to be open to the work of the Holy Spirit.
thankful for each of you! Have a great time in ministry together!
Sara Turner
p.s. yes Katherine, you can borrow my blue dress. It looks great on you!
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