Summary

In this conversation, Cathy and Bryon Applegate discuss the latest updates from the James Project in Guatemala, highlighting the recent harvest of onions, staff changes, the empowerment of young mothers through a maternity program, and the ongoing quest for government accreditation for a new maternity home. They also touch on fundraising efforts, community support from local churches, and the impact of visiting teams on the ministry. The conversation emphasizes the importance of adaptability, faith, and the continuous work being done to support the children and families in their care.

Takeaways

God is always working and changing things.

The recent onion harvest was a huge blessing.

Staff changes are a normal part of ministry life.

Marina, a former resident, is now a houseparent.

The maternity program empowers young mothers.

Navigating government bureaucracy can be challenging.

Fundraising efforts are crucial for ongoing support.

Community involvement from local churches is increasing.

Visiting teams bring unique contributions to the ministry.

The Village of Hope is under construction, providing new homes.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Current Updates from Guatemala

03:13 Harvesting Blessings: The Onion Success Story

06:02 Staff Changes and New Beginnings

08:57 Empowering Young Mothers: The Maternity Program

11:53 Navigating Bureaucracy: The Quest for Accreditation

13:59 Fundraising Efforts and Community Support

16:35 Team Visits and Unique Contributions

19:41 Building the Future: The Village of Hope

22:34 Conclusion and Future Plans

24:15 pod out.mp4

Keywords

Guatemala, James Project, community support, maternity program, fundraising, staff changes, empowerment, church involvement, volunteer teams, Village of Hope