My Story

Hello! I am pleased to write this letter and share with you a little bit about my updated information. Before starting, I want you to know that being part of the feeding program has been a great blessing for me. About five years have passed since I was enrolled there. My parents decided to take me there because during the community meetings, the leaders encouraged the population to trust in the social support that many children and families receive from LW-Adopt A Child. We pray that God continues supporting this organization by means of the donations that generous people like you provide. My name is Elida Marina Poncio Garcia, and I am a healthy 10-year-old girl.

What I like the most is praying and singing during the bible classes at the feeding program. I am in third grade and when I have days off school, I usually shepherd the sheep. I like the cold weather because it is much better than hot. I attend the Catholic Charismatic Renewal Church alongside my parents, who are part of the directive board. Since we accepted Jesus as our savior, we are assured about our salvation. I want you to know that my parents are keeping well. My father works as a farmer and day laborer, while my mother keeps busy doing the chores and weaving typical clothes. We raise and sell chickens and a few cows and sheep to get an extra income. Finally, I want to ask you to pray for the well-being of my family. In advance, thank you so much!

With much love,

Elida Marina Poncio Garcia

Translated by: Hillary Popol, AAC Secretary / Guatemala