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COME ALONGSIDE LOCAL LEADERS TO SERVE
Overview
Guatemala is a picture of contrasts. Vast, mountainous terrain along with crowded city streets. A thriving, modern economy side by side with indigenous people groups who prefer a simpler way of life. Erupting volcanoes in plain view while tourists sip coffee at a local cafe. Tremendous natural resources and beauty together with the blight of poverty.
Ornate, ancient cathedrals that remain empty most of the year and yet holy week festivities that fill the streets with devoted participants fulfilling elaborate rituals. Such texture gives Guatemala both depth and complexity. It also makes ministry challenging and rewarding.
What you might experience on a Lifeline trip...
collaborating with church members in a joint service project within the community
encouraging the local leaders
assisting the local church by providing a kids camp (VBS, sports, music, art, etc.)
FUN FACTS
Coffee is the biggest industry
in Guatemala.
in Guatemala.
The name "Guatemala" means
land of many trees.
land of many trees.
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24 different languages
are spoken here.
are spoken here.
PREPARE FOR YOUR TRIP
Handbook
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Location Profile
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Healthcare Handbook
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EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW TO PLAN YOUR TRIP
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Starting $1,500/Person |
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5-15 people |
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8 days/7 nights |
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Passport required |
Trip contributions
Trips start at $1500 plus airfare. Includes lodging, most meals, in-field transportation (unless otherwise noted), Lifeline Field Guide, translators, pre-trip training, local ministry operations donation, supporting services, background check, Lifeline t-shirt, and a non-refundable deposit of $100 per person that locks in your date.Please note: Lifeline Christian Mission considers the contributions received for all trips to be tax-deductible; therefore this is non-refundable. Should you need to cancel your trip, trip contributions already sent to Lifeline may be used for a future trip with Lifeline or designated as a ministry donation.
Not included in the trip contribution: Airfare; checked baggage fees; expenses incurred as a result of canceled flights, delays or missed flights for any reason; passport application fees; souvenirs or food at the airports; all costs related to extended stay for any reason.
Airports Options
Guatemala City - La Aurora International Airport (GUA)
Number of team members
Trips consist of 5-15 people. We intentionally take smaller team sizes for a better overall trip experience for the goers as well as the receivers. This size allows the team to have a more personal experience as they interact with one another and with the community they are going to serve. A smaller team size also allows for deeper conversations and bonding experiences on the field. And this small size prevents the location we are visiting from being overwhelmed.
Trip length
The trip is 8 days and 7 nights, including travel days.
Documents needed
A passport (valid for at least six months after arrival date), online application, background check (provided by Lifeline), and a notarized parental consent form, if needed.
Age requirements
For general team trips, team members must be at least 12 years old. For family trips, the minimum age is 7 years old. Team members under age 18, traveling without a parent, must submit a notarized parental consent form and be accompanied by an adult who will be responsible for the individual’s well-being.
Register for your trip
After your Team Leader has confirmed the date for the team’s trip, you can get a direct link to the team member application from the Team Leader. The application is not on our website.Trip Types
View different trip types on this document.
Contact us for more information [email protected]
ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS!
Guatemala
Saturday: arrival day, lunch at a local restaurant, get settled into retreat center housing, orientation, dinner, nightly debriefing and devotions
Sunday: morning quiet time, breakfast, shopping for snack/supplies at local store, lunch, afternoon worship service, dinner, nightly debriefing and devotions
Monday - Thursday: morning quiet time, breakfast at retreat center, begin week’s activities which have been pre-determined by the local leader, lunch, continue week’s activities, visit different house churches a few evenings, dinner, nightly debriefing and devotions
Friday: Free day in Antigua, Guatemala, opportunity to learn about the local culture
Saturday: departure day, return home
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Where will I stay?
Teams will stay at a retreat center in Guatemala City. Men’s and women’s cabins equipped with beds, showers, sinks and modern restrooms. Bedding and towels are provided unless otherwise instructed. Guatemala uses the same electricity as the U.S. No adapter needed.
What will I eat?
Breakfast will be at the retreat center. Most lunches and suppers will be prepared by ladies from the local church. A few meals may be at local restaurants. Come prepared to purchase one meal in Guatemala. Team members may help prepare a few meals. Lifeline provides safe drinking water.
Participants with food allergies or sensitivities are encouraged to bring their own food items to fill in as needed during the week. Lifeline is unable to accommodate food allergies, sensitivities, or preferences. Please know that we do have peanut butter on the menu. Lifeline Christian Mission is unable to guarantee there will not be any cross-contamination during meal preparation.
Participants with food allergies or sensitivities are encouraged to bring their own food items to fill in as needed during the week. Lifeline is unable to accommodate food allergies, sensitivities, or preferences. Please know that we do have peanut butter on the menu. Lifeline Christian Mission is unable to guarantee there will not be any cross-contamination during meal preparation.
What is the contribution schedule?
When is the deposit due?
The deposit for all Lifeline trips is $100, and it is due upon application.
When is the trip cost due?
50% of the balance is due 90 days before the trip.
Remaining balance is due 60 days before the trip.
The deposit for all Lifeline trips is $100, and it is due upon application.
When is the trip cost due?
50% of the balance is due 90 days before the trip.
Remaining balance is due 60 days before the trip.
Will I be safe?
The safety of your group is top priority, as we’re sure it is for you. There is always a risk involved when traveling. In all the areas you will serve, extra precautions are taken to make sure you or your group is as safe as possible.
- Guided by our local, experienced ministry staff, we avoid situations that are inherently dangerous.
- We require our staff and participants over age 18 to undergo a background check.
- We review safety procedures during orientation.
- Lifeline Field Guides have first aid training.
- Lifeline Field Guides have the direct phone number to the local Field Leader, US Lifeline staff members and a US nurse.
- Teams will have access to a first aid kit.
- Team members are not permitted to ever go off alone.
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