This is our world Vision child Erlin Gamaliel Lopez He was born on
February 20, 2008. He lives with his parents, 4 brothers and 2 sisters.
His father is a farm laborer. Despite their efforts, it is difficult
to meet the family needs.
Erlin is growing up in a poor
community in the Latin American country of Guatemala. Homes may be made
if clay bricks with tin sheets or of bamboo cane with straw roofs,
depending on what is available. Families survive on corn, beans, eggs
and milk or whatever homegrown food is available. The climate in this
region is moderate and the terrain is rocky and dusty.
Erlin is not in school at this time. He likes to play soccer. He is in satisfactory health
Our
sponsorship commitment helps provide Erlin and his community with
greater access to nutritious food, improved health care and hygiene.
Our support also provides educational opportunities for children.
Parents are given training to help them enhance their family's standard
of living. Finally, through Christian witness, these precious children
and their families will have the joy of knowing God's grace and love.