A Hispanic congregation in Tennessee has ties to an area in Guatemala where the Guatemala VIM have not worked previously.  This medical team has been in the active preparation stage for months, but several interested MD’s are not able to go.  There is a commitment to continue the trip with only nurses, but it would be a big disappointment to the church in Tennessee.  The team is looking for an MD who could help out, plus another medical or general purpose person would also be welcome to join.

Comitancillo, Guatemala

Nov. 8-15

Cost, $1,500

Currently, 2 nurses (one clergy), 1 Hispanic clergy, and the team leader are committed to going

Mission

·        Small medical team to serve small town in Comitancillo, San Marcos region (Pacific NW, mountains)

• Many members of Hispanic Fellowship in Monterey have family here (Iglesia Familia De Dios)
• Intent to build relationships for future teams
• TN Conference VIM is sponsoring the trip with $1,500 which will help cover Guatemala VIM fee, translator, and transportation.

Itinerary

·        Leave Nashville, early Saturday, Nov. 8

·        Arrive Sat. afternoon to Guatemala City, transport to San Marcos

·        Sun.—transport to Comitancillo, attend local church, visit clinic site

·        Mon.-Thurs.—Clinic and area assessment

·        Fri.—transport to Antigua or other resort area closer to Guatemala City

·        Sat., Nov. 15—Transport to airport, arrive late to Nashville

Contact:

Rev. Jason Brock                                                  615-329-1177

Mercy, Mission, and Justice                                615-293-8594 (mobile)

TN Conference United Methodist Church       615-329-0884 (fax)

304 S. Perimeter Park Dr., Suite 1                     JBrock@tnumc.org      

Nashville, TN 37211