Girls	Brenda	Reyna	Jacquie	Yuridia	Ana E	America		Kenia
Boys	Enrique	JoseA	Heriberto	Pepe	Gonzalo	Narvik		Rogelio

 

BRENDA ESCALERA FLORES Inicio
November 12th, 1995

Brenda arrived at the children’s home in October 1996 at the age of just 11 months when her mother was imprisoned for bringing drugs into the prison for her father. At that time we weren’t receiving babies, but if was felt that it was in Brenda’s best interest to live at the children’s home where her older brothers and sisters were already living. Her older siblings have since left the children’s home, but her younger sister Susana came to live in the home a few years later. We have enjoyed watching Brenda progress from a baby to a preschooler to the confident girl she is now. We are delighted with the progress she has made. She takes her schooling very seriously and is an excellent student. Brenda is a happy and well-adjusted child who has accepted the love of Jesus. We strongly believe that God has great things in store for her.

 

REYNA JUDITH DE LA CRUZ GOMEZ Inicio
JANUARY 6th, 1997

Reyna arrived at the children’s home in June 2001 at the age of 4 years. Her parents had separated before Reyna was born. When her mother ended up in prison Reyna went to live with her grandmother. This arrangement worked for them for two years, but then the grandmother developed a heart condition, and was hospitalized off and on. As Reyna had no where else to go, it was necessary for her to go to the prison with her mother. This was unacceptable, and the social worker from the prison approached us to see if we were able to receive the little girl. Reyna is a bright, obedient girl with a sparkle in her eyes. She quickly learned the routine of the home. We believe that as she is continually taught about the love of Jesus, that she will willingly accept this love and that He will make a difference in her life.

 

Yuridia Elizabeth Anaya Gutiérrez Inicio
January 10th, 1997

“Yuri” and her sister Kenia are in the orphanage for the third time. When the girls first came to live with us, their father was in prison, and their mother had abandoned them. The father left the prison shortly after, reunited with the mother, and the couple wanted to have their children back as the father had found work, and they were expecting another baby. The girls came and went a couple of more times until finally ending up in the grandmother’s care as the parents had again split up, with neither one wanting to care for the girls. In June 2000, the grandmother phoned us, telling us that she didn’t have the financial resources to raise the girls or anyone to care for them while she worked. She pleaded that we would once again take the girls. It is our prayer that as Yuri realizes stability in her life that she will blossom. The Lord has kept his hand on Yuri and we believe that He has returned her to us for a purpose.

JOSE ENRIQUE HERRERA PRADO Inicio
February 18th, 1996

José Enrique came to the children’s home along with his nine-year-old brother Erik and his five-year-old sister Ana Elvira in July 2002. “Quiqe” as we call him, came to the orphanage after the separation of his parents. The father first abandoned the family leaving the total responsibility to raise the children with the mother. She shortly after, abandoned the children herself, leaving them to be cared for by the paternal grandmother. The grandmother, because of her work as well as ill health, was not able to supply the care that the children needed. When her son would not reassume the responsibility for his own children, she called us, asking if we would be able to care for them. When Quiqe first came to the children’s home he was very hyperactive, disobedient, and found it difficult to come under the house rules. Nevertheless, he has shown notable change in his behavior and attitude.

 

KENIA GUADALUPE ANAYA GUTIERREZ Inicio
February 24th, 1998

Kenia and her sister Yuri have been in and out of the orphanage and are now back for the third time. Their parents were separated, reunited, had another baby and separated again. The girls have been moved here and there, cared for by many different people, and in June 2000, the father and grandmother once again approached us to see if we would care for the girls. The father had moved from job to job, leaving the grandmother to care for the girls. She did not have the financial resources or anyone to care for the girls while she worked. Realizing that the girls were in need of stability in their lives we agreed to take them. Kenia had many changes in her short life and it was easy to see the mistrust in her eyes. Over time we have seen God heal much of the pain caused by being abandoned so many times. As she grows and learns of the abiding love of Jesus, it is our prayer that she will realize that the Lord will never abandon her, and she will trust completely in Him.

Heriberto Gabriel Herrera Prado Inicio
June 10th, 1993

Heriberto came to the children’s home in July of 2002 along with his five-year-old sister Ana Elvira and six year old brother Enrique. “Erik” came to the children’s home after the family was first abandoned by the father and left completely in the care of the mother, and then abandoned by the mother as well, who left them at the home of the father’s parents. It was the grandmother who contacted us, asking if we would take the children, as the father would still not take responsibility for the children and she, because of work and health problems, was not able to tend to their needs. When Erik came to the children’s home, the grandmother told us that he was very disobedient, disrespectful and had spent much of his time in the streets; nevertheless, Erik has notably changed and is very obedient and responsible. This change has come about because of the friendship that Erik has developed with the Lord and his desire to please Him.

ANA ELVIRA HERRERA PRADO Inicio
September 2nd, 1997

Ana Elvira came to the children’s home along with her two brothers, Erik and Enrique in July of 2002. Ana came to the home after the separation of her parents. The father first abandoned the family leaving the total responsibility to raise the children with the mother. The mother shortly after, abandoned the children herself, leaving them to be cared for by the paternal grandmother. Because of her work as well as ill health, the grandmother was not able to supply the care that the children needed. When her son would not reassume the responsibility for his own children, she called us, asking if we would be able to care for them. When Ana came to the Casa Cuna, she was behind in many of the skills she should have had for a child her age due to lack of attention and training. She entered school late and had quite a struggle. However, she has a good attitude and is working hard at catching up. We believe that the Lord has good things in Ana’s future as she learns to put her trust in Him.

JOSE ANDRES RIVERA SANCHEZ Inicio
MARCH 29th, 1997

“Andi” came to live in the preschool home in June 2001 at the age of 4. His father is out of the picture and his mother had the full responsibility of his care. She herself had spent much of her growing up years in an orphanage. She was working from 7:00 in the morning to 7:00 in the evening seven days a week and even working these hours she didn’t have enough money to buy medicine should Andi become sick. The biggest problem was that she had no one to care for Andi while she worked, so it was necessary to bring him with her. As she was busy with customers, Andi would take off and go out in the street. Fearing for Andi’s safety his mother asked us to take him. Andi is a mischievous little guy suffers some developmental delays. It is our prayer that as he is provided with developmental stimulation, good nutrition and most importantly the love of Jesus, that Andi will grow to be strong physically, mentally and spiritually.

ROGELIO SAUCEDO RAMIREZ Inicio
September 15, 1998

Rogelio was only three months old when he came to live in the children’s home in January 1999. He was living with his mom, who is mentally unstable. She would often go out at all hours of the night with Rogelio’s alcoholic father, taking the baby with her, and many times they ended up sleeping in the streets. Social services apprehended the baby, as there was fear for his life. When Rogelio arrived, his development was somewhat delayed, but with proper nutrition, love and stimulation, we have seen great progress in him and now his development is completely normal. He is a friendly and affectionate young boy who always has a ready smile and possibly a giggle for anyone who wants to play with him. We believe that God has his hand on Rogelio’s life and that there are great things in the future for this precious child.

GONZALO ROJAS ZAMORA Inicio
July 27th, 1998

Gonzalo is with us for the second time.  He originally came with this brother and two sisters when his parents were both in prison.  After his parents were released, they eventually reclaimed the three youngest children, and Gonzalo went back to the family home.  After a short time, the parents separated, and it was decided that it was in Gonzalo’s best interest that he return to the children’s home.  We were happy to have Gonzalo return to us as we care for him and wanted him to be in a place where he could receive consistent love and attention. 

 Gonzalo is living in the Casa Leonel, and his older sister Cristina lives upstairs in the Teen Girl’s Home.  He is blessed to be able to attend the Christian school, Adonai.  Gonzalo enjoys the activities of the home, and we know that the Lord has His hand on the young man’s life.

 

NARVICK DORADO de los SANTOS
October 13th, 2001       Inicio
 
Narvick arrived at the children’s home in July 2008 at the age of 6 years.  We received his younger brother Christopher at the same time.  Narvick is in the Casa Leonel, and Christopher in the Casa Cuna.  The boys are here because their mother abandoned them and went to live in the United States.  Their grandmother was left to care for the boys, and while she was able to get by for a few years, it had become increasingly difficult and she was no longer economically able to support the two little boys. 

 Narvick has learned to adapt to the home and his new school.  He has cleaned up his vocabulary and is eating healthier.  One of his favorite activities is playing soccer.  Narvick now has new hope for the future, as he has learned that Jesus loves him.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

JOSÉ MIGUEL RODRIGUEZ FRANCO

February 18th, 2002 Inicio

“Pepé” as we affectionately call him, came to live in the children’s home in July 2002.  This baby boy had been badly neglected.  When Social Services took him in at age 4 ½ months, he only weighed 7 pounds, was in second stage of malnutrition, had parasites, skin infection, lung infection and pink eye.  He was under doctor’s care for two weeks while they cared for his infirmities and he gained some weight.  They then brought him to us. 

 Pepe was a high needs little guy who required a lot of attention.  His little system was slow to respond to baby formula, and he passed many uncomfortable sleepless nights.  With therapy and consistent love, he overcame developmental delays and has made excellent progress. Pepé has overcome his health problems and is active and doing very well.  He is our little ambassador, always happy to welcome new people when they arrive.

América Monserrat Hernández Mejia Inicio 

March 16th, 1998