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The women had their weekly Bible class. I have been working on my biography. It was a lot easier to live it than it is to write it. Allen has a few more electrical problems to do and then he will loo at our plumbing issues. The reports…
Read More ›On line studying
God has been so good. All of the children who needed a computer for college have one except for Cesar & Josue will get his on Monday. It was reported today there have been 800,000 suicides worldwide in 2020. Quarantining is doing as much damage as the covid.…
Read More ›Donations
We received 6 very large gift of 6 boxes filled with things we need. They came from Tim D and his friends. We also received 150 gifts from Walmart for the younger children. Josue & Minor went at Amatitlan to pick up a donation. People have been so…
Read More ›Second hurricane
Hurricane Iota did make land as a major 5 storm. The heavy cold winds reached Casa as did the rains. The most dangerous aspects of hurricanes in Guatemala are the mud slides. Two weeks ago mud slides caused by that hurricane killed 150. Jim and Kate returned today…
Read More ›Cold
The weather is so very cold the last few days. We are having trouble getting information concerning the US election. Remember that the Bible says Gods people in and He takes them out. As Christians we need to pray. I want to thank those of you who sent…
Read More ›Games
With school finally out the dorm parents are doing all they can to keep the children occupied. Volley ball, basketball, soccer, hide-and-go-seek, kick ball, ping pong, dodge ball, inside games , like pool and cards. Alex & Sara left for a long vacation which they certainly deserved Party…
Read More ›Another child
It rained steady all night due to the hurricane passing over the Yucatan heading towards the Gulf Coast. Another child was sent home. The mother actually hand made a gift for Dottie. Cristine arrived after being gone 2 months or so. no more tests
Read More ›Debbie going home
I taught on forgiveness. It appears we have a number of teens who struggle with unforgiveness and deep hurts. I want to thank 1stBaptist Church in Bunkie & the Baines family for taking care of Debbie & her family since Hurricane Laura. They went home today.
Read More ›Dialysis
Dottie & I were overwhelmed & humbled today as Dr. Lou presented us with a plaque & kind words for the work we and Aroldo have done for the dialysis work of Fundanier. For over 10 years we have used a portion of your gifts to Casa to…
Read More ›Forgive me
I want to apologize if I appear worried on these updates. God has always told me “What you have you need, what you do not have you do not need”. Debbie is stilling doing all of Casa’s business as though she were in Lake Charles. For 31 years…
Read More ›Please send 100 children
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.…
Read More ›Elias
It appears that the government may be bowing down to the pressure. When more than 50% of the work force works for cash by the day they are really suffering. God has laid something on my heart for tomorrow morning in church. Will let you know then. I…
Read More ›Information
It is interesting that the government in Guatemala is thinking of just opening up everything even though the virus cases continue to rise as does the number of deaths. In myown life I believe that we as Christians need to humble ourselves, pray & turn from our wicked…
Read More ›Close to home
The sister of our mayor in San Bartolome died from the virus. We use providers there to bring us our food. We will have to figure out a way to purchase our groceries elsewhere. I am praying we will have graduation and quinceaneras this year. It means so…
Read More ›#390 our story
The government backed off in that they are not going to cut off electricity & water for those who cannot pay. They did extend the quarantine & the curfew so we are looking at another rough week. The virus cases continue to grow but the death toll remains…
Read More ›Wear your mask
The children are so bored & without any visitors it makes it worse. They love having their sponsors during these months. All of us that are 60 years old must stay quarantined. As you can imagine in a poor country like Guatemala people are already without food or…
Read More ›No flights
Schools in Guatemala from kindergarten through university are closed until April 13th. The rush on the grocery stores & markets is unbelievable. This is the first time in 31 years that we have had to change our menu. Keeping this many children & staff safe will be an…
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