Atan Bithen del Carmen
About the video:
In Chamorro, Carmen Camacho Rojas sings “Atan Bithen del Carmen” in honor of her patron saint, Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Singing in her language brings back childhood memories of tagging along with her late aunt, who taught her the rituals of a techa (a prayer leader). Today, Carmen is a techa for her family, her extended family, and her Church community.
Lesson Plans by Local Educators
Dr. Carmen Leon Guerrero Pearson, retiree from the University of Guam, the Guam Housing and Urban Development (GHURA), and the Guam Department of Public Health and Social Services
Learn about Your Patron Saint
Subject: CHamoru, Religion | Grade: High School, College
This lesson plan will encourage students to carry out an interview with an elder family member. Students will learn about the traditional customs affiliated with the Chamorro people of Guahan, especially the role of faith and language.