Surgical Team Trip Update

In February a surgical brigade team traveled to Honduras. Here's an update on their experiences:

We travelled many miles, laughed a lot, told all kinds of stories, shared our philosophies, our callings, our ideals, etc plus, A mixture of numerous examinations, some serious decisions, some candidates for orthopedic operations, future planning for Surgical Teams at the PROGRESO HOSPITAL and LA ESPERANZA HOSPITAL, traveling to LA ESPERANZA to examine a number of Indians who may be Candidates for future Orthopedic Surgeries there, being with Sr. Margaret's friend, Jim and wife who help run an Orphanage in the State of Sta. Barbara, meetings and meals with the Director, Administration folks and Dr. Ricardo Chinchilla, Honduran Orthopedic Surgeon, tours of the Hospitals and meeting some of the Staff Members, having a "Christmas Day" on top of the Mountain as children appeared from nowhere, visits with the students Sr. Margaret and Anna Marie Sponsor. Actually, being with this Team was a touch of Heaven. I was deeply touched by each one of them--their kindness, solidarity, goodness, generosity, professionalism, love for the people and for each other were outstanding. Many times I felt God's Great Spirit with us.

Suyapa Clinic to celebrate 15th Anniversary

An update from Sister Laurinda:

Greetings from warm to boiling Honduras--at least on the North Coast.

Wanted you to know a little about the Orthopedic Pediatric Examining Team and General Surgeries Team Plans for this year and/or next. There is a lot more to share about that. But the six days Dr. Joe's Team was here were wonderful, successful and hopeful for some future operations for sure.

Also we wanted to share the date we have set for the
CELEBRATION OF THE SUYAPA CLINIC'S 15TH ANNIVERSARY

MARCH 13, 2010 SATURDAY

MIXED WITH A MEDICAL, EYE, DENTAL TEAM GOING TO LA ESPERANZA
after the celebration and a BLITZ BUILD IN URRACO to continue celebrating
March 14-19--HEALTH, HOUSING, AND EDUCATION. (SEE BELOW)

Please let us know any ideas, suggestions, or whatever you may have regarding these ideas. We feel some folks would like to come for the celebration, especially Board Members who have not been in Honduras or Urraco, past volunteers. We would like to offer some vacation days at ROATAN AND/OR COPAN RUINS after the celebration--then go home for those who would like to do this.

Others may want to join the Medical Team or Construction Team. Certainly we would need Team Captains for the Medical, Dental and Eye Team and the Construction Teams.

All for now.
Hoping this finds you well, happy, peaceful, knowing the joy of loving, serving, and being one with our God.

Travel the world and make a difference

Fulfilling dreams through volunteering with Propapa:



- Taylor LaRosa, Long Island, NY

Why are you involved?

As part of a focus on our dedicated volunteers, we've been asking them each, "Why are you involved with Propapa?"


Every year or two I take a group of high school seniors to Urraco to build a home for a family. My greatest joy is watching these privileged Americans defy all teen stereotypes and immerse themselves fully in selfless acts of giving. They spend every available moment with the local children, work hard in the sun and heat, and adapt to every change of food, environment, culture, housing, and circumstance with acceptance and generosity. They always tell me how the trip changes their life. Mine too. Every time.

- Tom Farrell

To view photos, click below:
Photos from Tom's February 2009 Brigade trip

Medical Clinic Walk Through

If you've ever been on a brigade, then this will bring back lots of memories. If you're interested in learning more about the work of Propapa, this walk through of a medical clinic will provide some great visuals of the in-country clinics that are set up on brigade trips to Honduras. Typical brigades include a variety of clinic setups, unique to the available sites, spaces, and village needs.



Thanks to a brigade participant for sharing this video.

Field Clinic Walk Through

If you've ever been on a brigade, then this will bring back lots of memories. If you're interested in learning more about the work of ProPapa, this walk through of the dental clinic will provide some great visuals of the in-country clinics that are set up on brigade trips to Honduras.



Thanks to a brigade participant for sharing this video.

Urraco 2008 Brigade Trip Video

This is photo slide show from a brigade to Urraco, Honduras in April 2008. The photos and story capture the energy and experience of attending a Propapa Brigade trip.



Thanks to a brigade participant for sharing this video.

If you've attended a brigade and have photos or videos to share, please provide a link in the comments section.