Pd. Basilio has been in charge of Priorato La Resurrección down in Cobán, Guatemala for so long that he once told me he didn’t know anymore if he was American or Guatemalan.  He’s been a generous host each time we’ve been down there and he’s one of the kindest men …

Leonel and JuanJose are our monk friends from Guatemala (they’re the first two handsomes pictured below).  They’re preparing for their solemn vows (where they commit to the Order of St. Benedict Forever and Ever Amen) so we’re raising money to get them here for a visit in June so that …

You know it’s official when you change your Facebook status.  Kess and I got engaged today.  This is exciting. ** Edited to add: Image #1 by Riccis Valladares. Image #2 by Nicki Lou (Kess’ roommate).

The monks pestered us to explain our jobs to them.  When they found out we were theater types, they wanted to see some proof.  Rita gave a little performance: a Two Minute Monologue* (which Matt later had to translate into Spanish). Location: Resurrection Priory in Coban, Guatemala downstairs from where …

And now, a message and photos from Katie Workinger. Buenos dias! Today is our second full day in Coban, Guatemala. I absolutely love it here! This is my second year coming on the trip and it feels so good to be back. I didn’t realize how much I missed the …

Here is our group, taking advantage of a rainshower under a tin roof cover. We’re down here representing St. Patrick’s Church this week, visiting the monks at their priory in Coban, Guatemala.  We eat and pray and work with them.  We awake at 6 am, to the sound of roosters …