Hey Guatemala Team!
It’s finally time to give you a few more details about your trip! This Summer is going to be incredible. You’re going to see God do great things in you, and in the people of Guatemala. It will be hard at times, but know that it’s all worth it. Get excited!
An idea of what ministry may look like:
- Teaching/singing in church
- Sharing the gospel at outdoor crusades
- Sharing the gospel with people in surrounding villages
- Construction or manual labor, if there is a need
- Hospital/school/prison visits
- Building relationship with the local people
Cultural Norms and Sensitivities:
Punctuality: Although most Guatemalans pay little attention to punctuality in daily living, it is expected from foreigners.
Greeting: Shaking hands is the customary greeting in business settings for both men and women in Guatemala (the handshake is usually less firm than in the US). Women may shake hands, alternatively patting one another on the left arm instead and air-kissing on both cheeks. In casual settings, people may greet each other with a hug and kiss, but foreigners are not expected to do this. At parties, everyone is introduced individually.
Eye Contact: Guatemalans often cast their eyes downward during conversation as a sign of respect — especially when a man is addressing a female stranger.
