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''For information about records for non-Christian religions in Guatemala, go to the [[Guatemala Religious Records|Religious Records]] page.'' | ''For information about records for non-Christian religions in Guatemala, go to the [[Guatemala Religious Records|Religious Records]] page.'' | ||
='''Catholic Church Records'''= | ='''Catholic Church Records'''= | ||
<span style="color:darkviolet">This was the predominant religion for many years, probably the earlier years where you are searching for ancestors. In addition, many records are online.</span> | {| style="float:right; margin-right:100px" | ||
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[[File:Mapa jurisdiccional2 Guatemala.png|right|thumb|200px|<center>Diocese Jurisdictional map</center>]] | |||
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<span style="color:darkviolet">This was the predominant religion for many years, probably the earlier years where you are searching for ancestors. In addition, many records are online.</span><br> | |||
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==Definition== | ==Definition== | ||
Church records (registros parroquiales) are excellent sources for accurate information on names, dates, and places of births, marriages, and deaths. They are often referred to as parish registers or church books. They include records of christenings, sometimes including a birth date; marriages; deaths; and burials. Church records may also include account books, confirmation records, and lists of members (padrones). | Church records (registros parroquiales) are excellent sources for accurate information on names, dates, and places of births, marriages, and deaths. They are often referred to as parish registers or church books. They include records of christenings, sometimes including a birth date; marriages; deaths; and burials. Church records may also include account books, confirmation records, and lists of members (padrones). | ||
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See [[Parishes in Guatemala]] for a list of parishes.<br> | |||
==Time Coverage== | ==Time Coverage== | ||
Church records were kept from the mid-1500's to the present. Civil registration began in 1877, after which time you can use both record sources to support each other. | Church records were kept from the mid-1500's to the present. Civil registration began in 1877, after which time you can use both record sources to support each other. | ||
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===Marriage Information=== | ===Marriage Information=== | ||
The marriage information document can consist of several parts. This document is sometimes three or four pages long. It | The marriage information document can consist of several parts. This document is sometimes three or four pages long. It includes an introduction that states the intent of marriage and sometimes the date of the banns. The marriage banns were announced on three separate occasions. These announcements, gave opportunity for anyone to come forward who knew any reasons why the couple should not be married. | ||
The marriage information will then include personal information on the bride and groom. They may include the following: | The marriage information will then include personal information on the bride and groom. They may include the following: | ||
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== Locating Church Records== | == Locating Church Records== | ||
Local parishes and ecclesiastical archives: (some in microfilm in the | Local parishes and ecclesiastical archives: (some in microfilm in the FamilySearch Library); some in the General Archive of Central America, and some in the Archive of the Archbishop, both in the City of Guatemala. | ||
=== Online Church Records=== | === Online Church Records=== | ||
''' | *'''1581-1977''' {{RecordSearch|1614809| Guatemala, Catholic Church Records, 1581-1977}} at FamilySearch — [[Guatemala, Catholic Church Records - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index & images | ||
*'''1730-1917''' {{RecordSearch|1520627| Guatemala Baptisms, 1730-1917}} at FamilySearch — [[Guatemala Baptisms - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index; ''Also at: [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=9886 Ancestry]($), [http://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-30123/guatemala-baptisms-1730-1917?s=218489221 MyHeritage]($), [https://www.americanancestors.org/search/databasesearch/1607/guatemala-baptisms-1730-1917 American Ancestors]($)'' | |||
*{{RecordSearch|1520627| Guatemala Baptisms, 1730-1917}} | *'''1750-1930''' {{RecordSearch|1520635| Guatemala Marriages, 1750-1930}} at FamilySearch — [[Guatemala Marriages - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index; ''Also at: [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=9887 Ancestry]($), [http://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-30127/guatemala-marriages-1750-1930?s=218489221 MyHeritage]($), [https://www.americanancestors.org/search/databasesearch/1608/guatemala-marriages-1750-1930 American Ancestors]($)'' | ||
*'''1760-1880''' {{RecordSearch|1520636| Guatemala Deaths, 1760-1880}} at FamilySearch — [[Guatemala Deaths - FamilySearch Historical Records|How to Use this Collection]]; index; ''Also at: [http://search.ancestry.com/search/db.aspx?dbid=9885 Ancestry]($), [http://www.myheritage.com/research/collection-30128/guatemala-deaths-1760-1880?s=218489221 MyHeritage]($), [https://www.americanancestors.org/search/databasesearch/1606/guatemala-deaths-1760-1880 American Ancestors]($)'' | |||
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=== FamilySearch Historical Records === | === FamilySearch Historical Records === | ||
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=== FamilySearch Library === | === FamilySearch Library === | ||
:::a. Click on this link to see a list of [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/results?count=20&placeId= | :::a. Click on this link to see a list of [https://www.familysearch.org/search/catalog/results?count=20&placeId=1927125&query=%2Bplace%3A%22Guatemala%22 '''"Places within Guatemala"'''] and a list of provinces will open. | ||
:::b. Click on '''"Places within...."''' for the department list | :::b. Click on '''"Places within...."''' for the department list | ||
:::c. Click on the department you want. | :::c. Click on the department you want. | ||
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===Writing to a Local Parish=== | ===Writing to a Local Parish=== | ||
For records more recent than the online collections, you can write to the local parish for information. To locate the mailing address or e-mail address for a local parish, consult: | For records more recent than the online collections, you can write to the local parish for information. Earlier records can be held at the diocese, with more recent records still kept in the local parish. To locate the mailing address or e-mail address for a diocese or local parish, consult: | ||
*[https://www.catholicdirectory.com/search_results?q=&location_value=guatemala&country_sn=GT&location_type=country&stateSearch=&swlat=13.63&nelat=17.815697&swlng=-92.2714&nelng=-88.1982001&lat=15.783471&lng=-90.23075899999999&faddress=Guatemala&place_id=ChIJa1DnNlATiIURu9WEWzcrmDU#/ '''The Catholic Directory: Guatemala'''] | *[https://www.catholicdirectory.com/search_results?q=&location_value=guatemala&country_sn=GT&location_type=country&stateSearch=&swlat=13.63&nelat=17.815697&swlng=-92.2714&nelng=-88.1982001&lat=15.783471&lng=-90.23075899999999&faddress=Guatemala&place_id=ChIJa1DnNlATiIURu9WEWzcrmDU#/ '''The Catholic Directory: Guatemala'''] | ||
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Telephone: (+502) 4495 2534<br> | Telephone: (+502) 4495 2534<br> | ||
Email: canonarca@hotmail.com<br> | |||
*[https://www.facebook.com/iglesiaortodoxadeguatemala '''Facebook'''] | *[https://www.facebook.com/iglesiaortodoxadeguatemala '''Facebook'''] | ||
*[https://iglesia-ortodoxa-de-guatemala.webnode.es/contacto/ '''Website'''] | *[https://iglesia-ortodoxa-de-guatemala.webnode.es/contacto/ '''Website'''] | ||
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='''The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Records'''= | ='''The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Records'''= | ||
==Online Records== | ==Online Records== | ||
Online | Online information is available to current members, for deceased members and immediate family members who are still living. [https://www.familysearch.org/en/ '''Sign in to FamilySearch and then select Family Tree in the drop-down menu.'''] | ||
==Historical Background== | ==Historical Background== | ||
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=Reading the Records= | =Reading the Records= | ||
*You do not have to be fluent in Spanish to read your documents. Genealogical records usually contain a limited vocabulary. Use this [[Spanish Genealogical Word List|Spanish Genealogical Word List]] to translate the important points in the document. Handwriting skills are taught in [https://script.byu.edu/ | *You do not have to be fluent in Spanish to read your documents. Genealogical records usually contain a limited vocabulary. Use this [[Spanish Genealogical Word List|Spanish Genealogical Word List]] to translate the important points in the document. Handwriting skills are taught in [https://script.byu.edu/spanish-handwriting/introduction BYU Spanish Script Tutorial]. | ||
*Online | *Online Learning Center class on reading Spanish handwriting: | ||
:*[https://www.familysearch.org/help/helpcenter/lessons/paleogra-what-deciphering-spanish-handwriting-introduction Deciphering Spanish Handwriting]<br> | |||
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*Detailed instructions for reading Spanish records, examples of common documents, and practice exercises for developing skills in translating them can be found in the [[Spanish Records Extraction Manual|'''Spanish Records Extraction Manual.''']] | *Detailed instructions for reading Spanish records, examples of common documents, and practice exercises for developing skills in translating them can be found in the [[Spanish Records Extraction Manual|'''Spanish Records Extraction Manual.''']] | ||
*[https://script.byu.edu/ | *[https://script.byu.edu/spanish-handwriting/introduction '''The Spanish Documents Script Tutorial'''] also provides lessons and examples.<br> | ||
'''Catholic church records might also be written in Latin. Use [[Latin Word List|''Latin Word List''.]]''' | '''Catholic church records might also be written in Latin. Use [[Latin Word List|''Latin Word List''.]]''' | ||
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