Two Months in Guatemala – What we Learned
Two dates available! (Oct 17 & 24)
WHAT: Sharing Experiences and Snacks from Guatemala
WHEN: Sunday October 17th or Sunday October 24th, 2-4pm
WHERE: Waukesha State Bank (lower level community room)
1227 Corporate Center Dr., Oconomowoc, WI 53066
WHY: Fellowship, common interest, cultural appreciation
COST: Free (donations to Guatemala Service Projects are welcomed but not necessary)
The President of Guatemala Service Projects, Jennifer Demar, and her family spent two months during summer 2021 in Chichicastenango, Guatemala. During the two months, she hosted two travel teams — one comprised of adult adoptees and the other of adoptive families.
When she was not co-leading the teams with Project Manager and Team Coordinator, Diego Xirúm, Jennifer was actively participating in the implementation of projects on-site, meeting with community leaders to discuss current or future projects, and had many opportunities to imbed in the local culture.
Her time was spent learning the language, soaking in the daily life and learning the lifebeat of the community.
During this social/cultural event, Jennifer will share photos, videos and stories from her amazing two-month stay in Guatemala as well as some fresh guacamole using Diego’s personal recipe and some rosa de jamaica, her favorite beverage from Guatemala.
Join us! Please send an email letting Jennifer know how many will be coming and on which date. Or, if you have Facebook, you can show your interest or attendance on either of the dates, both of which can be found at this Events link.
Divine Redeemer Christmas Shoppe
November 6th, Hartland WI
We will have a booth selling Guatemala crafts and also items by local artisans! Something for everyone. 100% of the proceeds will support our work in Guatemala. If you have a handcrafted item to donate to our sale, please contact Jennifer Demar.
The “right” opportunity arose when I learned about a travel opportunity for adoptive families which would include volunteer work and cultural sightseeing. Being members of that team had a profound impact on me, Lillian and Andrew. Not only were we able to make a real connection to our son’s birthplace, but we met incredibly warm and generous people, all of whom we now consider to be a part of our “family.” In addition to the volunteer work I shared with the Team, I also was able to “give back” by performing as my alter ego, “Farfel the Clown” at a barbecue for children of The Backyard School. It will remain one the proudest and happiest memories of my life.