My Story

I greet you affectionately through this and I hope our God is taking care of you! Praise the Lord my family and I attend Full Gospel Church; we go on Saturdays and Sundays. We have already accepted Jesus in our hearts, but we appreciate so much the encouraging words that LW staff gave us this time. My mother is Maria Esperanza Tum Pu, and she is 32 years old. She tries to help with the income by washing clothes for other people in the village. Moreover, she raises hens to sell. My father is Juan Coj Calachij, and he is 35 years old. He is employed as both a farmer and a day laborer; he does his best to supply the home expenses. We grow corn for the family's consumption. My family is fine, but I want to ask for your prayers for my mother who is having cramps in her neck. She visited a doctor and is taking her medicines.

I am Brayan Alexander Coj Tum, and I am a 10-year-old boy. I am a third-grade student; my learning has improved since I receive classes at school. My parents are striving to support me at school since they do not have a good income. Later, I would like to look for a job and supply my needs by myself. My favorite drinks are water and juices. The sport I like the most is football. On my birthday, my family celebrates with a cake and lunch if they have the resources. Christmas is one of my favorite seasons of the year because I receive a gift in the feeding program; it makes me so happy. Being part of Living Water is a big blessing for me because I receive tasty meals, and it is so helpful for my family and me. At home, the top priorities are groceries and corn. Sending much love hoping to receive news from you very soon. Many and abundant blessings to you!

Kind regards,

Brayan Alexander Coj Tum

Translated by: Violeta Hernandez / A-A-C Secretary-Antigua Guatemala