My Story

Hello! My full name is Blanca Estela Gutierrez Garcia, and I am so happy to share my news with you. I am 21 years old and dedicate myself to working with my father in the field. We grow and sell tomatoes to survive. I want you to know that Jesus is my Lord, who saves us from evil. I remember that I got sick when I was young. The diagnosis was bronchitis. That was a challenging experience for my family and me, but God never left me alone and healed me. I am doing well now, but I think my lungs are not strong enough because I get sick with flu easily.

I want to use this opportunity to ask you to pray for my father. He says that he hurt his stomach himself many years ago. My father went to the doctor and was advised to undergo surgery, but he got afraid and did not want to do it. He says that he is doing well, but he sometimes has pain in his stomach. I am grateful to the Lord because the rest of my family is healthy. My mother is a housewife and helps us work in the field. She also sells firewood to earn extra money and contribute to the expenses. I identify with her because she taught me to be hardworking. I want you to know that my family and I attend a nearby Christian Church. We enjoy participating in services to thank God for keeping us alive. Thank you so much for reading my information! I hope you found this letter engaging.

Sincerely yours,

Blanca Estela Gutierrez Garcia

Translated by: Hillary Popol, AAC Secretary / Antigua Guatemala