Chichicastenango is an area where the influence of the Mayan culture is obvious. The congregations in the area are heavily influenced by the Mayans, and many of the leaders and members are of Mayan heritage and Quiche speakers. On the bulletin board in the church building in Chichi, I was encouraged to see that the schedule of upcoming events included activities for 2013. At least some of the Mayans believe that nothing is going to happen (regarding the predicted end of the world in December 2012, based on the end of the Mayan calendar).