September 1, 2023
Celebrating Independence and Interdependence by Allie Rhoades
Guatemalan Independence Day is filled with parades and concerts. Celebrants dress in traditional outfits while…
August 1, 2023
In Search of Harvesters by Allie Rhoades
On August 13, Guatemala celebrates National Corn Day. Forty percent of agricultural land in Guatemala…
July 1, 2023
God’s Workmanship by Allie Rhoades
Jade is critical to Guatemala's heritage and economy. The Ancient Mayans discovered natural caches of…
June 1, 2023
Woven Identity by Allie Rhoades
Fifty days after Easter, the Holy Spirit descended upon the disciples in Jerusalem. Tongues of…
April 4, 2023
The Faithful Woman
Throughout Lent, the residents of Antigua craft alfombras, or “carpets,” colorful murals that decorate the…
March 7, 2023
The Courage to Rebuild by Allie Rhoades
Three sleeping giants watch over Antigua—Agua, Fuego, and Acatenango. These volcanos frame the city, providing…
February 7, 2023
Connection Not “Perfection” by Allie Rhoades
Most of us hate acknowledging our limitations. We spend January making resolutions to go bigger…
January 6, 2023
The King Has Come by Allie Rhoades
By early January, most Americans have finished their Christmas cookies, cleaned up holiday decorations, and…
December 22, 2022
God With Us by Allie Rhoades
The Christmas season passes in a haze of color and sound. Amazon boxes pile up…
