Stories
Here you will find the latest stories about Village of Hope. As you read updates regarding the work performed by Village of Hope, we hope you feel a sense of pride knowing you are part of something noble, inspiring and bigger than yourself. Your kindness and desire to do good truly enhances lives.
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August 12, 2020
Going bananas over Jesus
When I saw this massive pile of bananas today that Village of Hope Guatemala was able to distribute to the Village the Lord led us to... read more
August 11, 2020
5 reasons NOT to care for orphans. But also 5 reasons why you should.
1. You’ll get too attached. Undoubtedly. But that’s kind of the point. These kids deserve attachment. But the good news is the more healthy attachments a... read more
July 10, 2020
Choosing to focus on all that is right
I know there is so much ugly going on in this world today. So many things we cannot understand- so much division, so much brokenness and... read more
July 3, 2020
New member of our family
Village of Hope Guatemala’s main ministry is taking care of vulnerable children- primarily girls who were trafficked, adolescent mothers and children who were abandoned and abused.... read more
June 26, 2020
Praying for Jessica
Each week when we deliver food to families we also bring some type of treat for the kids. Usually juice boxes or cookies. And every week... read more
June 24, 2020
They matter to Him
It was an absolute beautiful clear day today-and yet there was still so much gloom in their eyes. I could physically see the weight they were... read more
June 11, 2020
Which one are you?
One thing we know when working with hurting people is you cannot change someone who doesn’t want to change. You cannot force a person to behave,... read more
June 10, 2020
Visiting friends and building relationships
Today at food delivery we were blessed to bring along our sweet friends who are both OBGYNs here in Guatemala. They help deliver all of our... read more
June 1, 2020
“Thank you for coming back”
God is still working. Prior to the pandemic and country-wide lockdown, more than 60% of Guatemala’s population lived in poverty. And Guatemala continues to have one... read more
May 13, 2020
Continue to pray for those hit the hardest
Orphan care has always been my heart. And so has orphan prevention. So for those of you who have a heart for Jesus and helping families... read more
May 8, 2020
How will you respond?
Without fail, every time after food delivery, the images of those we met that day roll through my mind and sleep fails me. In hopes to... read more
May 5, 2020
Daring To Dream
Today was another food delivery day. We are so grateful for the Village leader who has been such a huge help in organizing and making sure... read more
