Higher Education Program
Gerson in Guatemala
Gender: Male
Grade: 11
DOB: 1/31/05
As you may know, Gerson lives with his parents and two brothers. His father works in the markets selling radios and his mother sells food to earn a living. He often helps his parents by sweeping and washing the dishes. Those who know Gerson best say that he is a calm young boy. He spends his free time drawing, working out, listening to music, and playing soccer. In fact, soccer is one of his special talents! Gerson is most proud of his current academic level. In the next four years, he hopes to graduate from high school, get into university, and find a job. Gerson dreams of becoming a nurse to help those in need. When asked what he likes most about himself, he answered, "My hair because I can style it." Gerson asks that you would pray for his family and for him to do well in his studies this year. Please also pray for his health and spiritual life.
Sponsorship Code: GURHE-23185
Jennifer in Guatemala
Gender: Female
Grade: 9
DOB: 11/16/06
Jennifer lives with her grandmother. She has three siblings, who are all part of the CCC, but they only spend weekends together. She helps her grandmother by making the beds, cleaning, and washing dishes. Those who know Jennifer say that she is social and chatty, quickly befriending others. When asked what she likes most about herself, she answered, "My personality because I like to get along with people." Jennifer spends her free time playing soccer, competing to win the game Uno, and collecting cards or souvenirs she receives. She also likes to paint and make crafts, special talents of hers. Jennifer is proud of herself for almost completing secondary school. Even after the death of her uncle, she could have been discouraged, but she chose to persist and study hard. In the next few years, Jennifer wants to graduate from high school, get into university, and find a job. She dreams of becoming a doctor so she can help people with low resources. Jennifer loves the verse Philippians 1:21. She asks that you would join her in praying for her grandmother's health, her cousins who are dealing with the death of their father, her mother who gets sick often, and her siblings, as they start a new school year.
Sponsorship Code: GURHE-23193
Josue in Guatemala
Gender: Male
Grade: 7
DOB: 11/7/07
As you may know, Josue lives with his mother, stepfather, and three siblings, all of which attend CCC programs. His mother works in a lettuce factory and his stepfather works in construction to earn a living. He often helps around the home by making his bed, sweeping, and picking up shoes. When asked what he likes best about himself, Josue replied, "My personality because I am friendly." Those who know him confirm, saying that he is an active and friendly young boy. He is quick to jump into activities with friends, most often playing soccer and basketball. Josue also likes to draw and finds this to be a special talent of his. His artistic skills do not stop there! He can make kites and wooden cars, which is a true gift. Josue is proud of himself for being in seventh grade, as he wasn't sure he would pass sixth grade. In the next four years, he hopes to pass ninth grade and study architectural studies in high school. He dreams of becoming an architect so he can design houses. Josue loves the Bible verse Proverbs 17:17, and asks that you would pray for his family. Please also pray for his education, health, and spiritual life.
Sponsorship Code: GURHE-23200
Josue in Guatemala
Gender: Male
Grade: 9
DOB: 10/11/06
Josue lives with his parents and two siblings. His mother works making snacks at a school, and his father works as a garbage collector to earn a living. He often helps his parents around the home by sweeping and making the beds. Those who know Josue say that he is reserved and friendly. When asked what he likes most about himself, he replied, "My personality because I can help people who are emotional and be someone they can lean on." This shows his dependable and caring heart! Josue likes to spend his free time playing soccer and basketball. He also enjoys repairing equipment, a special talent he finds in himself. In the next few years, Josue hopes to graduate from high school, get into the university, and work to help his parents. He is most proud of himself for being in ninth grade. He says, "If it weren't for the CCC, I wouldn't have been able to study past sixth grade." He hopes to continue his studies to become a mechanic because he likes to fix things and finds it to be one of the best careers. Josue loves the Bible verse Joshua 1:9. He asks that you would be in prayer for the health of his family, the welfare of his nephew, who was sick, and a stable job for his brother-in-law. Please also pray for Josue's health, future, and spiritual life.
Sponsorship Code: GURHE-23620
Yariela in Guatemala
Gender: Female
Grade: 9
DOB: 6/29/06
Yariela continues to live with her parents and six siblings. Her mother stays at home to care for the needs of the family, and her father works as a garbage collector to earn a living. She helps her parents around the home by washing dishes and making the beds. Those who know Yariela say that she is outgoing and social. When asked what she likes most about herself, she answered, "My personality and my heart to help others." Yariela likes to spend her free time playing soccer, collecting toys, and reading. She also likes to sing and paint, two special talents she finds in herself. Yariela is proud of herself for being the first one in her family to be in the ninth grade. In the next few years, she hopes to graduate from high school, study at a university, and find a stable job. She dreams of becoming a physical therapist so she can help people in need. Yariela loves the Bible verse Psalm 23:4, and asks that you pray for her family, especially for her dad as he works. Please also pray for Yariela's health, studies, and spiritual life.
Sponsorship Code: GURHE-23621
Miriam in Guatemala
Gender: Female
Grade: 11
DOB: 6/29/04
Miriam continues to live with her parents and four siblings. Her mother works in a small store and her father works as a hired hand in construction to earn a living. She helps around the home by washing dishes and making coffee. Those who know Miriam say that she is an active and determined young girl. When asked what she likes best about herself, she replied, "My personality because I am direct in saying things." Miriam likes to spend her free time playing soccer, collecting Marvel figures, and watching American football. Some of her special talents include singing and taking care of young children. Miriam is most proud of herself for reaching this academic level, as she will be the first one in her family to graduate. In the next few years, she hopes to graduate from high school, go to a university, and start a job to help her family. She dreams of becoming a physical therapist in pediatrics to help children. Miriam's favorite Bible verse is Psalm 112:7. She asks that you would pray for her mother, who is sick, her grandmother, as she has gotten old, and her family as a whole.
Sponsorship Code: GURHE-23623
Kimberly in Guatemala
Gender: Female
Grade: 10
DOB: 5/1/06
Kimberly continues to live with her mother and two siblings, who are in the CCC After School program. Her mother works in a clothes factory and delivers advertisements on a tuc-tuc to earn a living. She helps her mother around the home by cleaning and taking care of her siblings. Kimberly is known to be shy and introverted, but also incredibly cheerful and friendly. She likes to spend her free time playing board games and making pastries. She also enjoys reading, cooking, learning English, and knitting. Kimberly is most proud of herself for starting high school. She likes that she is disciplined when she sets her mind to things, and she finds herself to be a fast learner. In the next four years, Kimberly hopes to graduate from high school, get into a university, and find a job. She dreams of earning a degree in business administration to have more opportunities to learn and be a professional. She might even start her own business someday! Kimberly loves the Bible verse Jeremiah 33:3, and asks that you would pray for her family, career, and future.
Sponsorship Code: GURHE-24165
Londy in Guatemala
Gender: Female
Grade: 8
DOB: 1/29/08
As you may know, Londy lives with her mother and one brother, who is in the CCC Montessori program. She has another brother who lives with their grandmother. Londy's mother sells snacks and washes clothes to earn a living. She often helps her mom by sweeping, washing dishes, and making the beds. Those who know Londy say that she is reserved and friendly. Her personality is her favorite part about herself, as she has a heart for helping others. In her free time, Londy likes to play basketball and soccer. She also likes to cook and is learning to play the keyboard. In the next few years, Londy hopes to complete secondary school and graduate from high school. She dreams of becoming a nurse in the future because she is interested in performing injections. When asked what she is most proud of, Londy replied, "To have grown spiritually." Her favorite Bible verse is Proverbs 31:10, and she asks that you would pray for her health, grandmother's health, and mother's health. Please also pray for her education, future, and spiritual life.
Sponsorship Code: GURHE-24532
Any in Guatemala
Gender: Female
Grade: 8
DOB: 11/16/08
As you may know, Any lives with her parents and three siblings. Her father works as a watchman and her mother cleans homes for a living. She often helps her parents by sweeping, washing dishes, and mopping at home. Those who know Any say that she is reserved and friendly. She is most proud of herself for being more social. In her free time, Any enjoys doing experiments, various crafts (a special talent of hers!), and playing basketball or soccer. When asked what she likes most about herself, she replied, "My hands because I can work with them and do what I set out to do." In the next few years, Any hopes to complete secondary school and start high school. She dreams of becoming a doctor to help those in need. Any's favorite Bible verse is Philippians 4:13, and she asks that you would pray for her health and her family. Please also pray for her studies, future, and spiritual life.
Sponsorship Code: GURHE-24535
Yasmin in Guatemala
Gender: Female
Grade: 8
DOB: 4/23/07
As you may know, Yasmin lives with her mother, stepfather, and four siblings. Her stepfather and two older brothers work carrying bundles in the market. Her mother has a small store at home, and her two younger siblings are part of CCC programs. Yasmin often helps around the home by washing dishes, making her bed, and cleaning. Those who know her say that she is reserved and friendly. In her free time, Yasmin likes to play soccer, jump rope, and sing, which is a special talent of hers. She also likes to memorize songs when she has the opportunity. Yasmin's favorite thing about herself is her long hair because it grows fast. When asked what she is most proud of, she answered, "When I am able to turn in homework on time." In the next few years, Yasmin hopes to complete ninth grade and study auto mechanics. She dreams of becoming a mechanic to get a steady job in a great company. Yasmin asks that you would pray for her family to be well. Please also pray for her health, education, and spiritual life.
Sponsorship Code: GURHE-24667
Brayan in Guatemala
Gender: Male
Grade: 7
DOB: 8/14/09
Brayan still lives with his parents and four siblings. Three of his siblings attend CCC programs. His father does not currently have a job and his mother stays at home to care for the needs of the family. He helps his mother by sweeping and washing dishes when he is asked. Those who know Brayan say that he is friendly and somewhat shy at times. He has many great qualities, but his favorite thing about himself is his straight hair. Brayan enjoys spending his free time playing soccer, cooking, painting, and drawing. But most importantly, he loves attending CCC devotional time. When asked what he was most proud of, he answered, "Being in 7th grade, as I never thought I was going to be able to reach this grade." Brayan works hard for his accomplishments. Within the next few years, he hopes to pass 9th grade and start high school. Brayan dreams of completing school and becoming a lawyer to help people who are innocent in jail. He loves time in Scripture and finds his favorite Bible verse to be Jeremiah 33:3. Brayan asks that you would pray for his studies and protection over his family. Please also pray for his health and spiritual life.
Sponsorship Code: GURHE-24921