My Story

It is a beautiful day to say hello to you and I trust in God you are doing great! My name is Catarina Marleni Gutierrez Calachij. I am 5 years old. I am still not attending school because of my young age. So, I spend my time playing with my dolls and I also help with some chores at home. I do the same on the weekends. My father continues working in the United States washing dishes in a restaurant. He faithfully sends us monthly support. My mother does not work outside the home but stays busy with the housework. She weaves and sometimes sells the items to get income. We grow corn for our use.

Let me tell you I like to participate in the Christmas activity that the evangelism team prepares in the feeding program. I enjoy the choreography they present and the gift I receive at the end. I am so blessed to be registered in the feeding program; I receive delicious meals, medical care and a gift at Christmas. From the feeding program my favorite meal is fried chicken. We attend Catholic Church; we appreciate the encouraging words that an evangelism teacher gave us this time to continue seeking God. Fortunately, we are fine but I want you to keep my family in your prayers for our well-being. Finally, let me tell you that my mother gave this information to the LW team to update you about me. It is all for now. May God bless you!

Kisses and hugs,

Catarina Marleni Gutierrez Calachij

Translated by: Violeta Hernandez / A-A-C Secretary-Antigua Guatemala