Book Review: "In Awe of God: memoirs of missionary life in Guatemala," by Rita Peters Langemann, 2015

You can find this book at www.inaweofGod.ca

I have a very personal interest in this book. My family and I have volunteered with Impact Ministries in Guatemala several times over the years. So when I learned that Rita Peters Langeman had compiled a book about her experiences in helping lead Impact Ministries, I looked it up and got a copy.

This book could be called a memoir, or a devotional. Each chapter features a short story from the author's life in Guatemala; a lesson learned from this experience; a prayer; and a Bible verse.

The book also features many photos. I wondered a bit about the price at first (I paid $35 Canadian), but decided that since the money was ultimately a donation to the ministry, it was worth that amount. Once I received the book, I realized $35 is a very fair price, considering the number of beautiful, full-colour photographs.

I found "In Awe of God" to be a sweet, simple read. I enjoyed the many stories, some of them familiar ones I've heard on my trips to Guatemala, others new. I think it reads best as a devotional, though it certainly gives information about Impact Ministries and their work in Guatemala.

If you're familiar with Impact Ministries and have fond memories of time spent with them in the 'city' of Tactic, I'd encourage you to purchase this book. Or if you're interested in a devotional written by a missionary, consider this one.