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The Religious Society of Friends, commonly called Quakers, was born in seventeenth century England. Historians date the birth to 1652 when George Fox, a young man in his late 20s, brought a message of hope – the promise of the immediate presence of God – to a community waiting in silence.
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Meeting for Worship is held in Friend's homes on the 1st Sunday of each month at 11 AM. At the rise of meeting, Friends share a pot luck lunch. Currently, most meetings are held in Parramos, Antigua or Guatemala City. We do not have a permanent meeting house. Since we are not always available, please contact both of the members listed below to confirm dates, times and locations. Loren Lacelle Martha Dugan
Other members and attenders: Phyllis Bunker, member of the meeting Margaret Bean, member of the meeting Mary Thompson, member of the meeting Lynne Goodrich, sojourning member from Colorado Saskia Schuitemaker, sojourning member from New Zealand Eleasar Monroy, attender Katharine Sapper, attender |
The in-country administration of the Guatemalafriends Scholarship/Loan Program, a joint project with Redwood Forest Friends Meeting in Santa Rosa, California, is under the direct care of our meeting. This program, known as PROGRESA in Guatemala, supports over 100 students each year. Most study at the university level though some attend a technical high school.
Progresa offers Study Tours which give participants a unique opportunity to visit service projects and meet former and current students while enjoying the natural beauty and rich culture of Guatemala. We also sponsor a work tour in which volunteers spend a week teaching English to our highly motivated students. |
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