Our Blog
Air Tragedies
Tammy, a missionary in Guatemala, came with Stacey and her friends to visit Casa. They are from Bastrop, La. only 10 miles from Dottie´s hometown of Crosset, Ark. One also has family in Bunkie, La. which was my home town. Julietta and Adela walked Dottie to the piano and…
Dottie on the piano
Our pediatrician who has been with us awhile is resigning. She has a practice in San Lucas which is 2 miles away and can be called at any time. Amalfi who was here years ago and is one of my most favorite children ever with an unbelievable story…
Emma
Jerry has been welding 2 sets of rolling soccer goals which is blessing the children. Guatemalans love their soccer. The fifth truth about worry is found in I Peter 5:7. ¨Casting all your care upon Him because He cares for you. ¨ All my life I have had…
My Mentor and Friend
Christianity lost a mighty soldier for Jesus. Charles Rogers, pastor, Bible teacher, evangelist, missionary and my mentor passed away yesterday. He was in his 90s and leaves an unbelievable record of service to Christ. He served on the board of World Ministry Fellowship for over 50 years. I…
Berta and Renee’s Story
Casa Aleluya supporters like you have helped change Berta and Renee's lives. This brother and sister transferred to Casa Aleluya from a different children's home. When they arrived, we discovered that Berta had psychiatric needs, and Renee had cancer in his throat. Casa Aleluya's team pulled together the…
Jerry, Gledia and Kenny
28th: Jerry Clemmens, Adam´s dad, came and is staying with his sponsor children Victor and Celia. Jerry has been coming to Casa for more than 25 years and is part of the original building contractors. So, he stopped by and brought me a gift which is an Elipse…
Jerry
Jerry Clemmens, Adam´s dad, came and is staying with his sponsor children Victor and Celia. Jerry has been coming to Casa for more than 25 years and is part of the original building contractors. So, he stopped by and brought me a gift which is an Elipse walking…
Thank You
I used to brag for years about the beautiful weather in Guatemala and how we did not need neither air conditioning nor heaters. But the last few months have been unbelievable as the weather is bitterly cold more days than not. Why should I worry when God loves,…
Stress can kill you
Adela took Michelle to the surgeon who will be doing her eye surgery in March due to allergies. We are all disappointed because this involves her vision. Estefany has been learning how to care for Dottie and is doing a great job. Adela and Estefany are wonderful…
A Visit of Hope
Someone asked me where I get my sermon themes from. I preach about what I need in my own life. Do you have a ¨greatest problem?” I do! It is worry! In the Bible a father had an epileptic son, and he asked Jesus to heal the child.…
Reschedule
It is such a shame and disappointment that my sister, Virginia, and her son Justin were unable to come for a long weekend. The Gulf coast is still snow and ice and her flight was cancelled. I miss her. She is trying to reschedule for next weekend. e…
Alex’s Story
If Casa Aleluya hadn't stepped in, Alex would have most likely died. Nine-year-old Alex was suffering from severe kidney failure when he came to Casa Aleluya. Within a few months, Alex had a kidney transplant. Casa Aleluya’s care team ensured he was at 100% kidney function, so…
Crazy weather in South Louisiana
My sister, Virginia, and nephew are scheduled to visit us today (Thursday). My sister lives in Baton Rouge and the snow and sleet grounded planes on Wednesday so I am praying they were able to fly today. Just received word from her that they cannot fly out of…
Ice in Baton Rouge
Michelle had a slight fever but nothing that will prevent her from having the eye surgery soon. The fifth crown that we can lay at the feet of Jesus is found in I Corinthians 9:24-25 that says, ¨Know you not that they which run in a race run…
President Trump
The Bible is the best-selling book every year. 50 are sold every minute. 72,000 every day and 26,000,000 every year. Doris 1 came to church with her son yesterday. She is studying French and preparing to enter law school. That is such a great accomplishment. The fourth crown…
Dedications
The third crown mentioned in the Bible that we can receive and then lay at the feet of Jesus when we get to heaven is the crown of righteousness. II Timothy 4:7-8 says I have fought a good fight. I have finished my course. I have kept the…
Dottie is trying.
A young lady from Tulsa came for the weekend and is considering coming to help us out. Her name is Libby and she would make a good fit. There also was a couple who came earlier in the week who are also interested in joining the staff. The…
Teachers
: One of our most faithful young people who has been here for years and been a wonderful daughter and helper at Casa has moved on. Marlin is a college graduate and oversaw teams but is now in her 30s and knows she needs to make a life…
Thinking outside the box
As soon as you read this pray for the government inspection that we are having today. In 36 years, this will be the single most important inspection we have had. I have given you 6 thoughts as to who God is as a Father to us. Passionate, persistent,…
Major meeting with CNA
Please pray for our Friday follow-up inspection by the CNA which is the governing body for all Children´s homes in Guatemala. More specifically, pray for our certification. We are believing for a miracle and favor with them. Danny came to Casa 19 years ago and finished high school…