Dear Friends and Family,
Over the past year, Becca and I
have devoted our time, energy, and resources to serving those God has sent us
to here in Guatemala. We have seen God move in big ways during our time here;
we have seen healing, laughter, learning, and more progress than we thought
possible. Now we are excited to continue in this work, and we ask you to
partner with us.
What have we been doing for the past year?
During our first few months in
Guatemala, we spent most of our time learning Spanish. In January we moved to
Huehuetenango, where we met the rest of the teaching community and the kids at
the Fundacion, and jumped in with both feet. Becca has been teaching the Kinders and Parvulos (Preschoolers and Kindergartners) for the majority of the
year, enjoying every minute of it. Brooklin has worked on the development side
of the ministry here, helping with everything from hosting mission teams to
writing letters with the kids. Outside of these roles, the best part has been
to simply get to know the kids and young women here in Huehue and experience
Christ’s love together with them. After a year of service, we are ready to jump
in for another year!
Life in Guatemala
Guatemala is really like no other
place on earth. Nicknamed “The Land of Eternal Spring”, the country is home to
beautiful mountain ranges, jungles, volcanoes, peoples and colors. It is also a
country in great need. The chronic undernutrition rate for children under five
is nearly 50 percent, the highest in the region and fourth highest in the
world. While the country has been making strides in its education, many schools
still lack supplies to give children, and bilingual education for primary
school is nonexistent. Many of the young women and children we work with have
experienced physical abuse from their families in the recent past. All of this
is to say we are glad to be here on the ground, working alongside Guatemalans
to break this cycle and pray towards freedom.
We are uniquely called and qualified to reach this community
Ever since we first met the kids
here in Huehue, we have felt called back to Guatemala. Over the past year, this
calling has been reconfirmed as we increased our Spanish, taught English in
school, and came alongside the lives of these beautiful children and young
women. Starting in January 2016, Becca will continue teaching at the bilingual
school and will also lead children’s church at the Fundacion. Brooklin will
take on more of a full-time role with More Than Compassion’s programs, focusing
on the development of new partnerships and existing programs.
Would you give financially to our commitment in Guatemala?
We have appreciated all of the
support we have received for this first year in Guatemala, and we ask you to
join with us in committing to serve the vulnerable in Guatemala. Our goal is to
raise $10,500 by December 12th, 2015. The funds will be used
throughout 2016 for the following:
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$1,400 for flights to and from Guatemala
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$3,000 for housing in Huehuetenango for the
entire year
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$3,000 for groceries and utilities for the
entire year
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$1,600 for six weeks of additional Spanish
school
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$1,000 for three required Visa renewal trips to
Mexico
Individual, one-time donation
This is an individual breakdown
of what we need to reach our goal. Would you take one of these slots?
1 person at
$1,000
2 people at $750
5 people at $500
10 people at $200
20 people at $100
25 people at $50
50 people at $5
You can give either by check to
the address above or on our online campaign. If you prefer to give online,
visit: http://youcaring.com/BrookAndBeccaInGuatemala.
Your gift will go directly towards the expenses shown above.
You are giving to a lasting work.
Our goal is not just to be present in Guatemala for an additional year, but to
work toward a sustainable future for the organization and the children we are
working with, whether we are here for another year or another ten. Help us stay
in Guatemala and accomplish the work we have been called to.
Sincerely,
Brooklin & Becca Nash
