Through our distinct experiences of Guatemala, David as a Guatemalan and Azaria as someone who has lived and served in Guatemala for several years, we can see both the beautiful and rich culture and some of the more complex and challenging life circumstances.

We know and feel in our hearts that God has called us here together to join in with what he is already doing for his people. God’s heart is for the most vulnerable and so is ours.

We consider it a privilege to be able to serve in partnership with our local church in Guatemala City as we minister to children and young people in vulnerable communities and contexts.

We are able to engage in mentoring young people, where we can come alongside and share life together with them, creating a safe environment for them where they can find positive adult interaction and support as they grow up.

It is great to be able to support and equip other mentors as they serve and go into children’s homes to build these crucial, healthy adult–child relationships with children and young people who currently cannot be with their biological families.

We love exploring creative ways to help children and young people learn and grow in new skills. We find art, music and singing are great ways to connect with them and enable them to express themselves more deeply. We actively seek ways to share God’s love and teach about his heart and the gospel with them also.

We are excited to see how we can engage more with the families of these children and young people and in turn the wider community they live in. We are also passionate about helping others in their walk with God, through expressions of worship and creativity.