Personal Narrative: My Mission Trip To Guatemala

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Over the summer I went on a mission trip to Guatemala. It was my second mission trip and it was one of the most cultural enriching experiences I’ve had. I was excited to experience a new culture, something I have never experienced before this trip. I was able to meet so many new people that were very grateful for our service. It was cool that I was able to help so many people and make a difference in a few peoples lives. Guatemala is not the most developed country, so there was poverty everywhere. We were showed pictures of previous trips and repeatedly told “in Guatemala, you have to expect the unexpected!” I interacted with local Guatemalan people, who seemed to be able to smile despite the poverty and misery they have to live with every