A Day of Faith, Learning, and Hope in Manzanillo

Through games, songs, dances, moments of prayer, and times of reflection, the children were able to better understand Mary’s generous response to God’s call and discover how they too can say “yes” to Jesus in their daily lives. It was a morning filled with enthusiasm, smiles, and active participation, where each activity became an opportunity to sow Christian values and strengthen the faith of the little ones.

In the afternoon, the gathering continued with the adults of the community. On this occasion, we reflected on the theme “God dwelt among us,” delving into the immense love of God who drew near to humanity through Jesus Christ. Dialogue and reflection allowed us to share experiences of faith and strengthen our sense of community.

As part of the day’s activities, a practical workshop on making traditional sweets was also held, with the aim of providing an additional tool that can contribute to the economic development of families in the community. This initiative seeks to foster new entrepreneurial opportunities and strengthen local capacities to improve the living conditions of the community’s residents.

We give thanks to God for this beautiful mission experience, for every child, young person, and adult who participated, and for all the people who made this activity possible. We continue walking alongside the communities, sharing the faith, promoting human dignity, and proclaiming the Gospel with joy, following the example of St. Daniel Comboni.

“Save Africa with Africa,” said St. Daniel Comboni. Today we continue to believe that true development arises when communities discover and strengthen the gifts that God has sown within them.

Comboni Lay Missionaries of Guatemala