Ministry Summary
Ministry Summary in Bartica, Guyana
Breakthroughs? Suggestions? Concerns? On a scale of 1-4 (1 being not at all, 4 being absolutely) how strongly would you recommend another World Race team go to this ministry location & why?
People’s Opinions
- We were the first team to work alongside of Prophetic Anointing Ministries with Pastor Ivor Melville. When we first arrived, Pastor Ivor was really intentional about matching each of us to a ministry/program to maximize our experience, gifts, and abilities. We were connected with the Full Gospel church, secondary schools, the Hope Foundation to teach classes (primarily English) among other things. Our schedules were quite open so I would suggest being intentional about doing things you’re passionate about. Go and meet people at the market, pray at the hospital (they are very open), etc. Pastor Ivor is well connected so if there are other ministries you want to get involved with, he can make sure to connect you to the right people. I would recommend going to Bartica again to further the relationships we started. It sounded like the community had some bad experiences with missionaries previously to our arrival, from other churches/organizations, so make sure to be intentional to serve and be a blessing to everyone you meet.
Food / Meals
Food / Meals in Bartica, Guyana
What did you eat? Where did you get the food? Cost (per person per day in USD)? Contact info (if applicable).
People’s Opinions
- Food is more costly in Bartica than in Georgetown because they import most things. Our team cooked most meals because we had a full kitchen and this was the best way to make our budget stretch of $5 per person. We did meet a woman named Atma who makes bomb curry and fried rice. Call her at 664-2209 a day in advance and she’ll deliver for $200 (1usd). Her husband is a taxi driver we met named Neville (671-5588) There are 2 grocery stores (1st Avenue or 2nd Avenue) that we found and a big market that is open until 5 p.m. on 1st Avenue.
Off Days / Fun Activities
Off Days / Fun Activities in Bartica, Guyana
What activities did your team experience? Recommendations? List locations/contact info. Any locations to be avoided? Any extra safety tips for off days?
People’s Opinions
- There are a number of waterfalls in the area that you could visit. It is a little difficult to get transportation to them, so tell your ministry contact so he can help you get there. One thing we would have loved to do is go into the interior with the Amerindians, but our time was cut short. Also, WIFI is pretty nonexistent in this city, so be prepared!
