My Story

My full name is Carlos Marvin Chingo Morente and I am excited to share my 2024 news with you. I am 15 years old and fortunately, I am doing well. I am dedicated to washing cars to earn my own income. I feel blessed to be part of the feeding program because it helps me with food for free. The LW staff prepares delicious food, but my favorite one is “recado de res” (it is a traditional sauce made of tomato and assorted spices. This is served with beef, chicken, pork, and even fish). I can also celebrate Christmas at the feeding program. What I like the most is receiving a Christmas gift.

I attend the Catholic Church alongside my family. I am glad because I welcomed Jesus into my heart about three years ago. My mom also did it many years ago. Fortunately, she is doing well. She is a housewife, raises and sells domestic animals, and weaves typical clothes to earn her income and help at home with the expenses. As for my father, let me tell you that he is dedicated to working as a day laborer and weaving to survive. Unfortunately, he has problems with alcohol. So, I beg you to pray for him. I will leave you now, but I thank you so much for reading my information. See you later!

Kind regards,

Carlos Marvin Chingo Morente

Translated by: Hillary Popol, AAC Secretary / Antigua Guatemala