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Volunteers needed for August team 🍂![]()
![]()
We are seeking volunteers for a medical team scheduled for August 2-10, 2025.![]()
![]()
We welcome individuals of all experience levels—whether you’re a seasoned professional or eager to dive in without experience.![]()
![]()
Nurses, doctors, PAs, dentists, and non-medical personnel are all encouraged to join.![]()
Strong Spanish skills are a plus, but not a requirement.![]()
This is your chance to make a meaningful impact while being part of an amazing team in Guatemala. We can’t wait to have you with us!![]()
![]()
For more information and to register for the mission, please contact team leader Judy at jhschofield@yahoo.com.
A Fond Farewell![]()
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Last month, we bid a very fond farewell to our beloved school principal, Paulina Ixcamparij.![]()
![]()
Paulina was hired by our founder, Dr. Philip Plunk, to be a classroom teacher for the very first class of preschoolers the year that Colegio Susanna Wesley opened, in 2009! Those preschoolers are now adults, and one of those tiny preschoolers from 2009 was a guest speaker at Paulina’s farewell party! Don't miss a recording of her message here. ![]()
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tr.ee/NzPBSQ![]()
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A talented administrator, Paulina was appointed to the role of principal in 2015. A role she fulfilled with incredible heart and dedication for eight years.![]()
![]()
Paulina was offered a teaching position at the Guatemalan Government's Ministry of Education - a much coveted position that many teachers wait for years to attain. Her years of experience at Colegio Susanna Wesley were instrumental to this achievement.![]()
![]()
While we are sad to see her go, we reflect on her 16 years changing the lives of Camanchaj children and families with the gift of education. We also reflect on our values: Developing Local Capacity is the most powerful way to effect long-term change. Paulina is living out the vision of our founder from the day he hired her. We are honored to have been part of her journey and we hope we can be a part of many others.![]()
![]()
In January, we welcomed Mario Morales as our new school principal. Mario has extensive expertise in education administration, experience administering school nutrition programs, and a passion for integrating parents and caregivers into the educational journey. He also has an awesome sense of humor. Welcome, Mario!
Expanding in Camanchaj!![]()
![]()
Exciting news! Construction on the Capital Expansion Project at Camanchaj is back on track after a three-year hiatus.![]()
![]()
The project was on hold while the International Hands in Service board spent time discerning whether to look for a place to buy land or to continue on our present site in partnership with the Iglesia Evangélica Nacional Metodista Primitiva de Guatemala (IENMPG).![]()
![]()
We’re committed to the community of Camanchaj and to ensuring everyone has access to healthcare and education. We are building new facilities that will better serve the community’s healthcare and educational needs. We’re taking a big step of faith and IENMPG will be an important partner in this project.![]()
![]()
We’re all in this together, and we’re working hard to make Camanchaj a better place for everyone. ![]()
![]()
In January, Laura Shearer, our Executive Director, and Larry Hjalmarson, the Vice President of the Board, met the Executive Committee of IENMPG to discuss common goals. We listened to each other’s ideas and concerns, and reflected on the spirit of our covenant of shared ministries when the long-term land lease was signed. In the words of Jerónimo Mateo Perebal, president of the Executive Committee:![]()
![]()
The school and clinic are all about loving God with all our hearts, souls, and minds, and loving our neighbors as ourselves.![]()
![]()
We’re all called by God to work together towards a shared vision and effort.![]()
![]()
Board of Directors ![]()
International Hands in Service (Salud y Paz)
Reflections on Women's Health![]()
![]()
Reflections from H Frank Andersen, MD, leader of the Salud y Paz Women’s Health Team that served at the Camanchaj clinic last November:![]()
![]()
It was a wonderful week. The team was incredible, providing great, compassionate care for everyone.![]()
![]()
Breast and cervical cancer are the most common causes of cancer deaths in Guatemala. The mortality rate for cervical cancer in Guatemala is 5 times higher than in the US and less than one-half of Guatemalan women have been screened for cervical cancer – among the indigenous Maya the rate is even lower. We were honored to have an opportunity to address this issue. ![]()
![]()
In total we saw 193 patients, mostly women. It was gratifying to see women respond so positively to breast cancer self examination teaching and really delightful to be able to tell many that they had no evidence of developing cervical cancer – for the few who needed further testing, the Salud y Paz clinical team will be providing follow up and support.![]()
![]()
We are not in Guatemala just to do tests and hand out medications. By its nature, medical missions offer additional resources and knowledge that rural communities can greatly benefit from. However, we have a huge responsibility to listen to the local people to be sure that we are providing the services that they believe, and know, that they need; not the services that we think they should have. We also provide a tremendous service by providing educational resources to our patients – I could see how our patients were grateful for the education we provided that has the potential to improve their lives.![]()
![]()
Thank you to everyone who supported us with prayer and with donations. I am already thinking about whether and how we can continue this work in 2025!
📣 ¡Atención médica en la clínica de Salud y Paz!![]()
![]()
En nuestra clínica con misión social, te ofrecemos una atención completa. Desde consultas generales hasta el tratamiento de enfermedades crónicas como la diabetes y la presión alta, así como procedimientos menores como suturas. También contamos con laboratorio y farmacia para que recibas el mejor tratamiento posible.![]()
![]()
🩺 Recomendaciones para tu primera consulta:![]()
![]()
► Si tienes 35 años o más, ven en ayunas.![]()
► Trae tu DPI.![]()
![]()
📞 Para más información, llámanos al 5521-1505. ![]()
📍 Ubicación: Kilómetro 131.5, carretera de Los Encuentros a Chichicastenango![]()
🕒 Horario de atención: Lunes a miércoles, de 8:00 a 15:00 horas![]()
![]()
¡Todos son bienvenidos!![]()
![]()
#ConsultaMédica #ServiciosMédicos #Chichicastenango
Thank you Hands of Healing! 🙏🩺![]()
![]()
This team dedicated themselves all week, providing essential medical and dental care. Their contributions to our partner communities were truly impactful. A total of 418 patients received medical, dental and optical care!![]()
![]()
Thank you for your commitment and partnership! 💙
Amazing work by the Hands of Healing team!![]()
![]()
A little update: Here are some photos of their work in our partner communities in Chichicastenango.
Look who's back in Guatemala! 🙏🩺![]()
![]()
We are excited to work with the Hands of Healing team again this year! They’ve already started today with the incredible work of providing dental and medical care to the rural communities of Chichicastenango.![]()
![]()
Thank you for being here!
Thank you, All In Guatemala Team!![]()
![]()
A big thank you to the All In Guatemala team for your incredible work providing dental and medical care to our partner communities this week.![]()
![]()
Safe travels, and we look forward to seeing you again soon! 🙌
✉ Our February Newsletter is out now! ✨![]()
![]()
In this month's issue, you'll find: Expanding in Camanchaj, Have You Met Jennifer?, The Completion of the Construction Project in Xepocol, and more...![]()
![]()
Follow the link to read more!![]()
![]()
mailchi.mp/saludypaz.org/newsletterfebruary2025
✨ Stay Updated! ✨![]()
![]()
Want to hear the latest about our work? Sign up for our newsletter to get updates on the impact we're making, activities, teams, and much more!![]()
![]()
👉 Sign up here www.saludypaz.org/newslette#StayConnectede#newsletteretter
Volunteers needed for August team 🍂![]()
![]()
We are seeking volunteers for a medical team scheduled for August 2-10, 2025.![]()
![]()
We welcome individuals of all experience levels—whether you’re a seasoned professional or eager to dive in without experience.![]()
![]()
Nurses, doctors, PAs, dentists, and non-medical personnel are all encouraged to join.![]()
Strong Spanish skills are a plus, but not a requirement.![]()
This is your chance to make a meaningful impact while being part of an amazing team in Guatemala. We can’t wait to have you with us!![]()
![]()
For more information and to register for the mission, please contact team leader Judy at jhschofield@yahoo.com.
A Fond Farewell![]()
![]()
Last month, we bid a very fond farewell to our beloved school principal, Paulina Ixcamparij.![]()
![]()
Paulina was hired by our founder, Dr. Philip Plunk, to be a classroom teacher for the very first class of preschoolers the year that Colegio Susanna Wesley opened, in 2009! Those preschoolers are now adults, and one of those tiny preschoolers from 2009 was a guest speaker at Paulina’s farewell party! Don't miss a recording of her message here. ![]()
![]()
tr.ee/NzPBSQ![]()
![]()
A talented administrator, Paulina was appointed to the role of principal in 2015. A role she fulfilled with incredible heart and dedication for eight years.![]()
![]()
Paulina was offered a teaching position at the Guatemalan Government's Ministry of Education - a much coveted position that many teachers wait for years to attain. Her years of experience at Colegio Susanna Wesley were instrumental to this achievement.![]()
![]()
While we are sad to see her go, we reflect on her 16 years changing the lives of Camanchaj children and families with the gift of education. We also reflect on our values: Developing Local Capacity is the most powerful way to effect long-term change. Paulina is living out the vision of our founder from the day he hired her. We are honored to have been part of her journey and we hope we can be a part of many others.![]()
![]()
In January, we welcomed Mario Morales as our new school principal. Mario has extensive expertise in education administration, experience administering school nutrition programs, and a passion for integrating parents and caregivers into the educational journey. He also has an awesome sense of humor. Welcome, Mario!
Expanding in Camanchaj!![]()
![]()
Exciting news! Construction on the Capital Expansion Project at Camanchaj is back on track after a three-year hiatus.![]()
![]()
The project was on hold while the International Hands in Service board spent time discerning whether to look for a place to buy land or to continue on our present site in partnership with the Iglesia Evangélica Nacional Metodista Primitiva de Guatemala (IENMPG).![]()
![]()
We’re committed to the community of Camanchaj and to ensuring everyone has access to healthcare and education. We are building new facilities that will better serve the community’s healthcare and educational needs. We’re taking a big step of faith and IENMPG will be an important partner in this project.![]()
![]()
We’re all in this together, and we’re working hard to make Camanchaj a better place for everyone. ![]()
![]()
In January, Laura Shearer, our Executive Director, and Larry Hjalmarson, the Vice President of the Board, met the Executive Committee of IENMPG to discuss common goals. We listened to each other’s ideas and concerns, and reflected on the spirit of our covenant of shared ministries when the long-term land lease was signed. In the words of Jerónimo Mateo Perebal, president of the Executive Committee:![]()
![]()
The school and clinic are all about loving God with all our hearts, souls, and minds, and loving our neighbors as ourselves.![]()
![]()
We’re all called by God to work together towards a shared vision and effort.![]()
![]()
Board of Directors ![]()
International Hands in Service (Salud y Paz)
Reflections on Women's Health![]()
![]()
Reflections from H Frank Andersen, MD, leader of the Salud y Paz Women’s Health Team that served at the Camanchaj clinic last November:![]()
![]()
It was a wonderful week. The team was incredible, providing great, compassionate care for everyone.![]()
![]()
Breast and cervical cancer are the most common causes of cancer deaths in Guatemala. The mortality rate for cervical cancer in Guatemala is 5 times higher than in the US and less than one-half of Guatemalan women have been screened for cervical cancer – among the indigenous Maya the rate is even lower. We were honored to have an opportunity to address this issue. ![]()
![]()
In total we saw 193 patients, mostly women. It was gratifying to see women respond so positively to breast cancer self examination teaching and really delightful to be able to tell many that they had no evidence of developing cervical cancer – for the few who needed further testing, the Salud y Paz clinical team will be providing follow up and support.![]()
![]()
We are not in Guatemala just to do tests and hand out medications. By its nature, medical missions offer additional resources and knowledge that rural communities can greatly benefit from. However, we have a huge responsibility to listen to the local people to be sure that we are providing the services that they believe, and know, that they need; not the services that we think they should have. We also provide a tremendous service by providing educational resources to our patients – I could see how our patients were grateful for the education we provided that has the potential to improve their lives.![]()
![]()
Thank you to everyone who supported us with prayer and with donations. I am already thinking about whether and how we can continue this work in 2025!
📣 ¡Atención médica en la clínica de Salud y Paz!![]()
![]()
En nuestra clínica con misión social, te ofrecemos una atención completa. Desde consultas generales hasta el tratamiento de enfermedades crónicas como la diabetes y la presión alta, así como procedimientos menores como suturas. También contamos con laboratorio y farmacia para que recibas el mejor tratamiento posible.![]()
![]()
🩺 Recomendaciones para tu primera consulta:![]()
![]()
► Si tienes 35 años o más, ven en ayunas.![]()
► Trae tu DPI.![]()
![]()
📞 Para más información, llámanos al 5521-1505. ![]()
📍 Ubicación: Kilómetro 131.5, carretera de Los Encuentros a Chichicastenango![]()
🕒 Horario de atención: Lunes a miércoles, de 8:00 a 15:00 horas![]()
![]()
¡Todos son bienvenidos!![]()
![]()
#ConsultaMédica #ServiciosMédicos #Chichicastenango
Thank you Hands of Healing! 🙏🩺![]()
![]()
This team dedicated themselves all week, providing essential medical and dental care. Their contributions to our partner communities were truly impactful. A total of 418 patients received medical, dental and optical care!![]()
![]()
Thank you for your commitment and partnership! 💙
Amazing work by the Hands of Healing team!![]()
![]()
A little update: Here are some photos of their work in our partner communities in Chichicastenango.
Look who's back in Guatemala! 🙏🩺![]()
![]()
We are excited to work with the Hands of Healing team again this year! They’ve already started today with the incredible work of providing dental and medical care to the rural communities of Chichicastenango.![]()
![]()
Thank you for being here!
Thank you, All In Guatemala Team!![]()
![]()
A big thank you to the All In Guatemala team for your incredible work providing dental and medical care to our partner communities this week.![]()
![]()
Safe travels, and we look forward to seeing you again soon! 🙌
✉ Our February Newsletter is out now! ✨![]()
![]()
In this month's issue, you'll find: Expanding in Camanchaj, Have You Met Jennifer?, The Completion of the Construction Project in Xepocol, and more...![]()
![]()
Follow the link to read more!![]()
![]()
mailchi.mp/saludypaz.org/newsletterfebruary2025