One government office told us that UNICEF is the one behind sending children home. We are praying God will send us 100 new children after the pandemic is over. Thanks to all of you who keep thinking of us financially. All of our bills are paid thus far.…

We have been given a commercial printer by a government agency because they were told about us by CNA the main government office for children. The inspection concerning the child who died in another home went well. The pressure continues to build on the children during this pandemic.…

Please pray with us for dorm parents as when this virus is over we will need a couple for Doncellas(older girls), Cometas(9 young boys) and Esperanza upstairs(10-12 year old girls). There have been 2419 deaths. It has been raining everyday so Dottie & her flowers are happy. We…

We had a 5.2 earthquake during the night. There does not seem to be any damage.   I spent the day literally listening to sermons and Christian music. With all of us cooped up for 5 months it means we leaders need to pray and fast.

Covid-19 deaths in Guatemala have reached 2,389 with over 62,500 cases. Josue had to go to the government office to share with them what happened to a child who left here & was given to her mother who sent her to another home & that home sent her…

The kids had a beauty contest today to try and stay busy. I read where 20% of young adults are suicidal. It is difficult for us to keep our children busy. The stress is unbelievable. I have been doing something different. Instead of an altar call I just…

The ex-mayor of San Bartolome who is now our high school math teacher gave us a donation of squash. He has been mayor off and on for 30 years & when he is not the mayor he teaches in our high school. 2355 dead Squash from one of…

I spent the day in the visitor’s dorm praying because I have no doubt that Christians need to be praying because this virus is out of control. Also we have redefined marriage, sexuality, abortion and are sinking in debt. Christians need to fast & pray. 2341 have died…

I want to thank the few people who have sent me a story of how they got to Casa, an experience here or some other antidote for my book. Heidy says she will stay until January before leaving for surgery in the US so we need a couple…

There was a little girl here 2 years ago who was under the care of a psychiatrist and was sent home only to be sent to another home and then another home. She passed away. Sad! Billy has the health department coming to inspect the school and give…

Twenty years ago a little girl 6 years old named Karina came to Casa. She has grown up to be a strong Christian & has been a great house parent for the 10,11 & 12 year old girls. But she has burned out & will be leaving in…

Josue’ did a good job of preaching to the children from the Psalms. He spoke of living for God & receiving spiritually, emotionally & psychologically & using that to break the generational cycles of sin & negativeness in their families.  There are 2211 virus deaths. We are still…

Josue’ will preach for me today (Sunday). This will be his first sermon for the children & staff. He is working so hard to deal with a government, the courts & COVID-19 all of which are out of control in our world today. I have chosen a few…

The death total in Guatemala from COVID-19 is 2168. The courts contacted us about 2 more children going home. It is so dangerous and unfair to the child. 

 Our best judge sent two little girls home in the midst of this COVID-19 which endangers their lives. The USA said that flights to other countries will resume but please understand we cannot have visitors until the two week quarantine in Guatemala is lifted. You would have to…

Christine who is such a faithful staff member here just learned that her son, Ian, has tested positive for the Covid-19. She had already planned on leaving for a visit to the states tomorrow so please pray for their family. Our sister-in-law was placed in hospice. Her name…

Yesterday my class of 7 older boys wanted to study forgiveness. They asked if I would begin study on leadership. So I will begin next week & it will take a few months. But they are hungry. Jim is teaching both girls and boys so we are trying…

A group of older boys asked if I would teach them how to forgive. I suppose the fact that they feel rejected and unloved by their parents weighs heavy upon their hearts. The President did not speak to the nation last night so we continue to be in…

Fernando & Anna had a cookout for their girls in Esperanza down stairs. With the status of the virus it will be difficult for us to host teams for the next few months. We will let you know when Guatemala is no longer quarantining visitors. A number of…

Last night Dottie fell off a ladder. She was not hurt too bad. Then this morning I fell so we both are not real sure footed. With so little to do you should see how many children want to help Dottie in her gardens and the large number…