Nestled in the heart of Central America, just south of Mexico, is the country of Guatemala. Its varied landscapes and climates as well as the many Mayan ruins scattered throughout the country attract visitors every year. Tourists and collectors alike seek after the beautiful Guatemalan handicrafts such as clothing, pottery, and woodworking. Over half of the population of Guatemala is descended from the Mayan civilization and they speak 22 Mayan-based indigenous languages. Spain’s conquest of Guatemala in 1532 introduced the Spanish language and culture, which is reflected in Guatemala’s culture today. (learn more)
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- Pray for the church to commit herself to true discipleship rooted in the truths of the Bible.
- Pray for a rapid decline in violence and an alarmingly high murder rate.
- Pray for compassion to be lavished on large numbers of children at risk in the streets of Guatemala.
heavenly father, i pray for this country, for the past hurts to heal and for your spirit to stir their hearts and draw them to you. i pray for the youth, church leaders and government, that they will all be drawn to you and your truth will guide their thoughts and actions. please protect the children; bring up local churches and organizations that will protect them, feed them, and love them. holy spirit, please move through the people, causing them to be bold for christ and filled with love for each other. in jesus name.