Free People Church, we’re pleased to bring you a final update on your gift to launch a new child development center in Guatemala. With your support, more than 200 children are participating in center activities at Linaje Escogido (Chosen Lineage), based at Iglesia del Nazareno. Thanks to your generosity, these children have access to healthy meals, education, reliable medical care, and a Christ-centered church.
Pictured above, participants made a banner to thank you for your gift.
Ministry Progress at Iglesia del Nazareno
As of this update, 211 children have been sponsored, and educational and health assessments have been conducted. Children who participate in Compassion’s sponsorship program are more likely to complete higher levels of formal education, obtain salaried employment and become community leaders.
In the photos below, children participate in various activities at the center, where they feel known, loved and protected. Your gift makes this possible.
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- Children are ready to learn after enjoying a snack at their desks.
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- Participants receive Christmas gifts at the center’s Christmas party.
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- Nutritious meals are a key part of center activities and ensure healthy growth.
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- Volunteers lead the children in Vacation Bible School.
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- Listening to Bible stories teaches children about God’s character.
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- Staff facilitate a socio-emotional activity with participants.
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- Children take a break from recess to enjoy a snack.
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- Team sports promote physical activity and teach social skills.
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- Children enjoy their new desks made possible by your gift.
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- Participating children thank you for their new kitchen.
A Word of Gratitude From Pastor Mateo
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
Greetings! I hope you are greatly blessed by our heavenly Father. We pray for you and your families.
Thanks be to God for your donation to open our center. With your gift, we have built a kitchen and added a stove to provide consistent meals for children. We also purchased desks for the participants and volunteers, and computers for our staff.
We know that we are doing God’s work. He guides us all the time and leads us to pray for you. We ask him to bless you and everything you do.
On behalf of Iglesia del Nazareno and everyone at Linaje Escogido, we thank you very much.
Best regards,
Pastor Mateo
A Place of Hope for Children
Your faithful partnership provides children with a safe community to learn and grow. Children and their families live with a renewed hope because of your investment. Below, participants drew pictures to thank you for choosing to to invest in them.
Creating Lasting Change
Free People Church, thank you for partnering with Compassion International to release children from poverty in Jesus’ name. Your heart to help children in need has an eternal impact. With God’s help, bright futures await them. Thank you for your part in this incredible work!