Our last day in Guatemala

Saturday began with visiting the Buckner transition homes, which includes two boys' homes, two girls' homes, a baby home and a single moms' home. We also were able to tour the shoe warehouse and the Buckner office here in Guatemala City.

Seeing these homes full of kids and babies that came from where we have been all week was a picture of hope. The transformation that has occured in all of their lives can only be described by God's hand working in them. In comparison to the kids in the places where we served this week, we can only imagine how far they have come.

Their spirits are full of joy and their eyes sparkle with love of Christ. The hope that we saw in the transition kids' lives can only be attested to the grace of God.

Last night we were able to celebrate all together what we have seen God do this week. Coming together as one body is a true picture of God's church.

Ephesians 4:2-6 says: "Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. There is one body and one spirit - just as you are called to one hope when you were called - one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all."

What an incredible blessing serving these children has been for everyone on the team. We can walk away from this week knowing that God is not finished with any one of us yet. Despite any expectations, God was faithful to answer all of our prayers.

Thank you for praying for this trip. It was a humbling experience to see God stirring in all of our hearts. We leave here knowing a picture of hope for the children of Guatemala.