{"id":85755,"date":"2026-04-15T11:08:48","date_gmt":"2026-04-15T17:08:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mesonaz.org\/?p=85755"},"modified":"2026-04-15T11:08:48","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T17:08:48","slug":"explore-event-in-peten-strengthens-the-missionary-calling-in-guatemala","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mesonaz.org\/en\/explore-event-in-peten-strengthens-the-missionary-calling-in-guatemala\/","title":{"rendered":"EXPLORE Event in Pet\u00e9n Strengthens the Missionary Calling in Guatemala"},"content":{"rendered":"

An experience that confronts, confirms, and sends.<\/em><\/p>\n

The Guatemala North District, in Pet\u00e9n, was the setting for a significant moment in missionary mobilization from March 30 to April 1, with the implementation of EXPLORE\u2014an experience designed to guide young people toward discerning God\u2019s call to missions.<\/p>\n

Organized by the Missionary Mobilization ministry of the North Area of the Mesoamerica Region, the event brought together 19 participants from five districts, all with a shared purpose: to seek God\u2019s voice and respond to His call.<\/p>\n

A calling worth the effort<\/strong><\/p>\n

For many, getting to EXPLORE required sacrifice and determination. Some participants traveled more than 12 hours from Guatemala City, while others journeyed over 5 hours from the Verapaces. Every effort reflected their desire to hear God\u2019s voice and surrender their lives to His mission.<\/p>\n

More than learning, an encounter with God<\/strong><\/p>\n

Through workshops, dynamic activities, and intentional times of seeking, participants experienced moments of guidance, confrontation, and confirmation. It was not just about learning about missions, but about having a personal encounter with God that marked their lives.<\/p>\n

El superintendente distrital, el reverendo Mart\u00edn Chen, destac\u00f3 la importancia de esta experiencia, afirmando que todo joven deber\u00eda vivir un EXPLORE, ya que es un espacio donde Dios habla profundamente a cada vida.
\nDistrict superintendent, Rev. Mart\u00edn Chen, emphasized the importance of this experience, stating that every young person should go through EXPLORE, as it is a space where God speaks deeply into each life.<\/p>\n

A team committed to the mission<\/strong><\/p>\n

The event was made possible by a team of committed leaders, including Ivilin Chi Escobar, Judith, Elier, and the local team including Ingrid Jochol\u00e1, Nazarene Missions International coordinator for the Area; Jhoselyn Barrios, Missionary Mobilization coordinator for the North Area; as well as Jerem\u00edas, Alisson, and Donald,(NEED LAST NAMES) part of the area team.<\/p>\n

A closing of consecration<\/strong><\/p>\n

The closing was marked by a deeply spiritual moment as participants took part in Holy Communion. In an atmosphere of surrender, both participants and team members responded to God\u2019s call with a sincere prayer: \u201cLord, may my whole life be consecrated to You. Here I am\u2014use me.\u201d<\/p>\n

One of the participants shared: \u201cIt was an unforgettable experience, where I felt God\u2019s embrace in my life. During those days, I felt Him telling me that my life is for His mission; God keeps reminding me that He goes before me, so I will continue striving and preparing myself to fulfill His mission.\u201d \u2014 Zo\u00e9 Urizar, Central Guatemala District.<\/p>\n

\u201cEXPLORE was more than an event; it was a space where God spoke, transformed, and awakened a generation willing to respond,\u201d said Jhoselyn Barrios.<\/p>\n

The Church continues to equip and send those who are willing to say \u201cyes\u201d to God\u2019s call.<\/p>\n

Source:<\/strong>
\nJhoselyn Barrios
\nMission Mobilization Coordinator, North Area<\/p>\n