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OVERFLOWING WITH HOPE
SHERMAN SCHOLAR MAKES A NAME FOR HIMSELF
WOMEN'S SEMINAR
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GUATEMALA on $1 a day

"If you have not seen this yet, it is definitely worth taking the time to watch at least the free series.  
Not all families are like this, but it gives a great summary of what many families are like.  In our area most families live in better conditions but there a a percentage that fit this way of living."



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Harding Lectureship
September 30

Ticket required, available at Lectureship Central
 
COME SEE US!
We will be at  
ABILENE CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY LECTURES

SEPTEMBER 20-23

"Coffee House" 
session  taking place: 

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21
8:30-9:30 PM
Health Talents International 
Opportunities for medical evangelism in Guatemala.

Core classroom in the 
Brown Library
Tickets: No tickets required

Contact:   Cynthia Powell ,  
325-674-2864
powellc@acu.edu

Please come by and learn how you can help us serve.
 

DO YOU KNOW?

WHAT IS A SHERMAN SCHOLAR?

The Sherman Scholarship was named for Steve and Magda Sherman in recognition of their many years of dedicated service to the people of Guatemala.

 It is designed to provide opportunities for ABC students in Guatemala to attain a higher education.

The Sherman Scholarship is different from other programs in that students do not have to major in healthcare fields. 

By supporting children in their educational pursuits, we hope to help them break the cycle of poverty that has enslaved so many Christians and results in poverty-stricken churches. 

HOW CAN I HELP?

By clicking on the link below and making a donation.

HELP EDUCATE A PROMISING STUDENT
 
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"Whoever is kind to the poor lends to the Lord, and he will reward them for what they have done."
 (Proverbs 19:17)
IN LIEU OF FLOWERS

Seems that many people are requesting a charitable gift instead of flowers as we honor a loved one.

If you find yourself wondering what happens when you choose to donate through Health Talents, rest assured that the donation will be used to continue the work in Guatemala.

Not only that, but a letter will be sent to the family telling them that a donation has been made to honor their loved one.


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Fall, 2015



Seldom do we get the opportunity to change the future for someone who cannot change it themselves.  This issue focuses on bodies that have been repaired and children who have been given hope.  We want to share these happy stories with you.    Won't you join us in celebrating God's healing power in Guatemala?
OVERFLOWING WITH HOPE
THIS AUGUST the clinic was overflowing with hope as families gathered to see if the American doctors could help their children. As you can see, the results are incredible!   We appreciate the efforts of the entire team, especially Dr. Dwayne Fulks and Dr. Philip Strawther for volunteering their abilities to change these precious lives.  Following is a one week post op report by Sheri Kretzschmar, missionary nurse in Guatemala:

"The babies and the parents returned on Monday for their follow-up after one week.  Everyone looked great and no signs of infection.  All are eating well and the parents are so thankful!! 

Here is Manuel after his palate was repaired. He had so much energy today, even his parents are jumping around!
This is Estefany and she is doing great! Her mom had her dressed in pink as usual and she is a doll. Hopefully we will be able to do her palate in February.
This is Juan and he still is not sure if he likes to visit us or not.    He will also return in February if he gains enough weight.
With Brandon it is easy.......we know that he does not enjoy visiting us. If he can gain enough weight, we will also take him to Montellano in February but it will remain a secret.  

Well, that is a wrap on all of the babies. They will return on December 7th to see if they have gained enough weight for surgery in February.  Time will tell.............

Thank you for all of your thoughts and prayers during this time.  It was another week of successful surgeries!"
GOOD NEWS FROM A 
SHERMAN SCHOLAR!

Julio Hernandez is one of our former HTI scholarship students, receiving the Sherman university-level scholarship to pursue communications studies at the University of San Carlos.  He is from Guatemala City, where he currently lives with his wife, Heideé.  In addition to his professional life as a news reporter for television station TN23 Guatemala, Julio also is an active member of the church at Zona 11 adjacent to HTI's City office and often volunteers in leadership at church youth conferences using his gifts of drama and communication to bring messages to young people.  Board member Cynthia Allen interviewed Julio recently to check in on his current activities:  (translated by Julie Obregon)

CYNTHIA:  AT WHAT AGE DID YOU THINK OF BECOMING A NEWS REPORTER OR PURSUE COMMUNICATIONS STUDIES?

JULIO: Since I was 12 years old I was interested in social communication, the arts and the related fields of study.

CYNTHIA:  WHAT OR WHO INFLUENCED YOU?

JULIO: Two Christian artists who had a radio program called "The Sons of the Saint."  I always listened to this program and observed their actions/style.  Another great influence was a Guatemalan journalist named Mario David García.  Besides, I always wanted to be on television, but no one in my family ever had that opportunity.  Since I was little I practiced in front of the mirror as if I was a news reporter.

CYNTHIA:  WHAT WAS DIFFICULT?  WHAT WERE THE OBSTACLES?

JULIO:The most difficult was obtaining the resources to be able to study communication sciences.  Many times I did not even have enough money to pay for the bus to get me to the university.  I had to get part-time work to afford the university-related expenses.  Another difficulty was the lack of support from some of my family members, who tried to discourage me, with the exception of my parents and my siblings who always supported me.

CYNTHIA: WHAT HELPED YOU OVERCOME THE OBSTACLES OR HOW DID YOU GAIN SUCCESS? 
 
JULIO:Receiving the HTI Sherman Scholarship helped me fill the financial gap and cover my needs.  The people from HTI, like Alex Gonzalez, Violeta Campos, and Carlos Baltodano, always offered their support and encouraged me to continue.  Among the scholarships students we encouraged each other a lot to reach our goals.  My wife was then just my girlfriend, and she always supported me to reach my dreams and goals, and she keeps on doing that.  THE MOST IMPORTANT THING HAS ALWAYS BEEN TO THINK POSITIVELY.  "IF YOU CAN DREAM IT, YOU CAN REACH IT."



WOMEN'S SEMINAR 
by Kemmel Dunham

This is Michelle Goff (in the cornfield with Dr. Lisa Dunham on her right)  of the Iron Rose Sister Ministries.

Michelle came down to teach a women's seminar for lo cal area church members, covering the book of Philippians and the reality of depression and anxiety in a Christian's life and ways to address it.  

We really appreciate her approach to teaching with lots of group participation and interaction.  Several women have commented on how much the material has opened their eyes and helped them see how God's word is applicable and reliable in our world still.Our Dream Harvest Campaign is winding down and it is time for dreaming anew...and for spiritual renewing.