Atlanta to Antigua

Atlanta, GA - We started our morning (and when I say morning I mean 12:40am, when we landed) by finding some empty chairs and hoping to get a catnap in before the 4:30am airport normalcy. We enjoyed some IHOP and waited for our 10:00am flight to Guatemala City where we landed around noon Central Time. From there, we were picked up by Juan, our driver, Adolfo, a World Renew representative, and Patty, our translator. These three graciously helped us get around and drive us 40 or so Kilometers to La Antigua, Guatemala. Some fun facts about Antigua: Antigua Guatemala means "Ancient Guatemala" and was the third capital of Guatemala. The Capital moved because of a massive earthquake in 1717. Before the earthquake, the city had a peak population of some 60,000; it is currently around 34,685. Antigua is popular due to its developed tourism infrastructure.
Once we arrived in Antigua, we settled into our hotel, the Casa Santiago, grabbed a bite to eat, and adventured out to see the city. Our driver, Juan, drove us to the top of Cerro de la Cruz (picture above). It was beautiful over looking the city and a great image that will last a lifetime. In the background you can see Volcan Agua. After taking this in, we continued on our quest through the city and do our best as tourist for the evening. We managed to find some great shops, one of which was a Jade store(pictured below). It was like a mini factory. The woman, who I suspect was the owner, gladly showed us how they made the various jewelry and ornaments. It was impressive. We concluded our day with another meal and devotions.
Colossians 3:12-17 - Let us clothe ourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.

Please pray we wear these virtues during the week ahead and forever more.
God Bless and stayed posted.

Guatemala Mission Team