Meet Jorge

I am pleased to introduce you to our new family member!! We are sponsoring Jorge through Compassion International. You can visit their website for more information on their ministry across the globe at www.compassion.com. Jorge is 4, and he lives in a little Mayan Village in Guatemala. There are 3 children in his family. He helps his family by running errands. We are so excited to be able to help him and his family in this small way! Here is a little information about the area he lives in:

Jorge lives on the plains of Cantón Mi Tierra Zunilito, Suchitepequez, home to approximately 2,000 residents. Typical houses are constructed of cement floors, brick walls and tin roofs. The primary ethnic group is Mayan and the most commonly spoken language is Quiche and Spanish.

The regional diet consists of maize, beans, bananas, chicken, guinea pig, fish, bread, cassava, beef, plantains, rice and potatoes. Common health problems in this area include intestinal illnesses and respiratory infections. Most adults work as day laborers or animal herders and earn the equivalent of $113 per month. (This is actually a lot compared to any of the other villages.) This community has electricity, water and drainage but needs computer, English and music education and permanent employment opportunities.

Our sponsorship allows the staff of Jesús Salva Student Center to provide Jorge with Bible teaching, sports, birthday celebrations, cultural activities and tutoring. The center staff will also provide educational conferences for the parents or guardians of Jorge.