There’s something special about the moment when you return to a place God has called you.
After a wonderful holiday season spent with family, friends, and ministry partners, Esther and I are officially back in Guatemala—and we couldn’t be more excited about what lies ahead.
The Christmas and New Year season was a gift. It gave us time to rest, reconnect with loved ones, share stories of what God is doing in Guatemala, and spend meaningful time with many of the people who faithfully support this ministry. These moments away from the field are always refreshing, but they also remind us why this work matters so much.
And now… it’s time to get back to work.
As our plane touched down and we stepped back into the warm Guatemalan air, there was an immediate sense of anticipation. The villages are waiting. The pastors are preparing. The team is ready. And God is already moving.
2026 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting years in the history of God Said Go Missions.
A New Year of Ministry Begins
Our team has already jumped right back into ministry activities. The calendar is filling quickly with village visits, medical clinics, Kid’s Clubs, discipleship opportunities, and planning sessions for the months ahead.
One of the most exciting developments this year is the expansion of our monthly ministry program. We are adding three new villages where families have been asking for help, prayer, and medical care.
In many of these communities, access to healthcare is extremely limited. Some families must travel hours just to see a doctor, and many simply cannot afford treatment at all. Through our mobile clinics and partnerships with local pastors, we are able to bring both practical care and the hope of the Gospel directly to these villages.
Each new village means more relationships, more opportunities to pray with families, and more chances to see lives transformed.
And that is exactly why we are here.
Momentum Toward Vida Plena
Another major focus this year is the upcoming opening of Centro Médico Vida Plena in Escuintla.
This project has been years in the making. What started as a dream and a prayer is now almost ready to serve the community. As we returned to Guatemala, one of our first stops was the medical center to check on the final preparations.
There is still plenty to do—licensing, equipment installation, staffing, and final setup—but we can clearly see the finish line approaching.
When Vida Plena opens, it will provide affordable, high-quality healthcare to families in Escuintla while also helping support our free mobile clinics in remote villages.
It represents something we have been praying about for a long time: a ministry model that is not only impactful but sustainable for generations to come.
And seeing it become reality is incredibly exciting.
Reuniting with Our Team
One of the best parts of returning to Guatemala is reconnecting with our amazing team.
This ministry simply would not be possible without the incredible men and women who serve faithfully every day. From organizing clinics to coordinating village outreach to caring for patients and children, each person plays a vital role.
The laughter, the stories, the shared prayers—it all reminded us how grateful we are for the people God has brought together to serve in this mission.
Ministry is never meant to be done alone. It is always a team effort.
And this team is something special.
Looking Ahead with Hope
As we step into this new year of ministry, we do so with great hope and expectation.
There are new villages to serve.
New children to encourage.
New families to pray with.
And new opportunities to share the love of Christ.
But more than anything, we move forward knowing that this work is God’s work, and He continues to open doors in ways we could never plan ourselves.
We are incredibly grateful for everyone who prays, gives, and partners with us in this mission. Your support makes it possible for us to be here and to continue reaching communities that might otherwise be forgotten.
And the best part?
We’re just getting started.
