What is a Team?

Prince of Peace Home for Girls is blessed to host many visitors each year. We call these visitors ‘Teams’. Teams are typically 12-18 Christians who travel to Guatemala together for a week of service to the home and the community. We’re told over and over that being part of the Team experience forever impacts lives and grows faith in unimaginable measures. Team members go home with a renewed spirit that is shared with others in their circle, helping grow God’s Kingdom and fulfill His message.
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What do Teams do?

Teams have the opportunity to spend a week on the beautiful grounds of the home, situated high in the mountains outside Guatemala City. With the first step on property, many say ‘God lives here’. Daily activities include devotionals, testimonies, time with the girls, and outreach activities to support the community.

Terms & Disclaimers

  • Team costs include transportation, lodging, and meals. Exact charges depend on the size of the team, but typically run less than $100 per person per night.
  • Team Leaders are responsible for booking airfare. That expense is not included in the team costs.
  • Minors ages 12+ must be accompanied by an authorized adult and parental consent forms must be signed and notarized by both parents. The trip is not recommended for children under the age of 12.
  • Background Checks and Waiver of Liability Disclaimers are required for all team members.
  • The home is located at a high altitude and the area has hilly, mountainous terrain. Health concerns for potential participants should be discussed and addressed prior to committing to the trip. Safety first!
  • For more information, please contact, teams@princeofpeacegt.org
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Want to learn more about Teams? Fill out the TEAM BOOKING INQUIRY form. We’ll schedule a time to answer any questions you may have about planning, logistics, costs, and scheduling.

    TEAM BOOKING INQUIRY

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    Testimonials

    Chris P.

    A wonderful, loving home for girls who need a safe place to heal and grow. The staff treats every child as though they were their own.

    Nick W

    My wife and I can’t wait to come back and see the girls that we love so much at Prince of Peace.

    Bethany C. – Team Leader

    I look forward to leading another team to Prince of Peace. Each day the staff of POP had an activity planned so that our team could gain a better understanding of these girls’ backgrounds. “Healing one hug at a time” is lived out on a daily basis by both staff and girls alike. These girls were sponges of the love that we tried to pour out, but in the end we were the sponges of their love toward us! The contrasts were striking between the beauty of Guatemala and the harsh circumstances of abandonment, abuse and neglect which are ever present with the girls. While the rooster’s crow may fade into the background, the hugs, the giggles and the love for each girl is ever present for the staff of Prince of Peace.

     Ben K.

    The best part of the visit was the joy, laughter, and spirit of being with the girls.

    Amanda M.

    God showed me what giving really was and how to be humble. 

    Bethany C.

    It was a beautiful reminder that despite the difficulties that we go through, I am not alone if I let others come beside me – much like the girls / residents. 

    Angie N.

    I experienced such a rich time with Lord at Prince of Peace. To experience it with my two daughters was a precious gift from God and answered prayer. The presence of the Holy Spirit was palpable. God’s hand was on us and your staff the entire time. God bless Gaby and Odi for pouring into us every day we were there. I really wanted to connect with each girl and let them know that they were seen by me, but specifically by God. It is not my gifting to remember names, I’m actually horrible at it. The pictures and names of the girls Gaby provided at our orientation was priceless. Each morning and evening I would study the pictures and names and I prayed that God would help me remember, and He miraculously did! By our last day I believe I had every girl and staff name correct. It was nothing short of the hand of God touching my mind. I really wanted God to use me to impact the girls for eternity and my prayer is that he did. I was nervous as I have never worked with an interpreter before, but God extended His grace to me. I loved teaching them the Word of God and hopefully the Bible came alive to them in acting out a few Bible stories. Rosita’s face, playing Moses as he parted the Red Sea, will forever be etched in my mind! God spoke to my heart about your staff and how God truly called each one there to serve and support the girls. It was moving to hear their testimonies of Odelia, Velma, and Raina who lived at the home as young girls. Also of stories from Lisette, Sephora, Hadid and later meeting Desi. The love the Tias have for these girls is inspiring, Tia Bersa and Tia Dina poor out their love to the girls and it is eautiful. I’m sure they have many hard days, but they love unconditionally as Christ loves. God let me truly SEE everyone. Life in Limbo was a Powerful experience. All your stories and testimonies, love and laughter God has burned into my heart and mind for years to come. I pray He allows me to come back soon! I have so much more to share, but I will stop here. All Glory to God for He is Good!!! 

    Katherine T.

    This place. This home. These girls. Gods place. Gods home. God’s girls. To describe this home in one word it would be “love”. A word that seems so simple and self-explanatory yet it’s so much bigger than that. When you pull into the gates of Prince of Peace, it immediately feels like home. You feel the presence of Jesus more than you ever have before. It feels like God is sitting there with his arms wrapped around you in every moment. You think you’re going to this place to make an impact on these girls, but they already have someone making an impact on them… it’s Jesus.

    When they come into the home most of them don’t know who He is, but His love is so strong and so faithful that it isn’t long before they do. Their faith moves mountains. It inspires you to completely give your life to Jesus not just on Sunday but every day. It shows you how much worldly things take your life over back home. My first trip was in 2020 right before COVID and then I finally got to go back in July of 2023.

    As a kid, my Dad went every year for about 6 or 7 years of my life. It became something I dreamed of always doing. I dreamed of getting to experience what my Dad had for all those years. In 2020 I came home knowing I was going back to see them again. In July I couldn’t contain my excitement; when we got to the home all I wanted to do was just hug the girls. I had missed them so much. They became my sisters. It was like I had 30 sisters and best friends. Leaving them might have been one of the hardest things I had to do but I know God was holding their hand every day and he was always holding mine.

    These girls are full of life. They have been through so much and some are still going through things with unanswered prayers, thoughts, and situations yet they are so reliant on God. They put all their trust in Him and they keep walking the walk with the biggest smile on their face. The giggles, the laughs, the ‘I love you’ whispers, the hugs. It’s everything. POP has become my second home. These girls are family. Their tias, Gaby, Ody, Vilma, Lisette, their teachers are family. I encourage everyone to take that leap of faith. Go on a mission trip. Step out of your boat fully in faith that God is working, and He will provide. – katierea08

    Reagan M.

    At Prince Of Peace, I experience unconditional love and presence.  The moment you arrive at the home, naturally nothing matters but the girls. The whole time leading up to my first trip I thought in my head I would be the one making an impact on these girls with my faith. No. God. God moves and really is a Waymaker and miracle worker. These girls and God made an effortless impact on me that has shaped me. I lost all control of everything. I didn’t just “know” God was in control anymore. I felt him in control. I felt him working, moving, and providing. Prince Of Peace is pure. It reminded me what life is truly about. The laughter, love, prayer, presence, and most importantly connection. The little things that create unlimited happiness. I will never stop coming to Prince Of Peace this home, these girls are a part of me. The endless, effortless love here, the open arms, hugs, smiles, tears. You won’t leave Prince Of Peace without a new perspective and bonus sisters. These girls and directors will forever be my second family.

    Kevin M.

    It was so easy to see God while at POP. Through each staff member and the eyes of those little girls. Although for me, there was a language barrier, God is universal. Those girls brought me more joy and happiness than I feel I brought them.

    Angie C.

    POP will forever hold a place in my heart. I didn’t know what to expect there since it was my first time there. It far exceeded my expectations.  The love and care these girls have there has been an inspiration to me. One girl, Jackie, took to me right away. At the first minute of meeting, it was obvious I was her person for the week. She spoke no English and I did not speak her language. I remember telling God, I can’t communicate with her. How is this gonna work. He informed me all He asked of me that week was to love her and love her I did. We did learn to communicate with each other through the translation app on my phone. She told me that I was the second person she saw Jesus in since she had been there. She had been there 11 days. She got baptized while I was there. It was a week precious to my heart. 

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