Recently Casa de Esperanza hired the first set of houseparents. A few months ago, we decided this was something we needed to do. Initially, we were surprised how many people expressed and interest in doing this. When we found out Fernando and Brenda were interested we were delighted.
We have watched the past several months as Fernando and Brenda have worked tirelessly with Dorian in our church. We can see they have done an excellent job with their own kids who are 12 and 16. We could see they had a love for God and a love for kids that seemed to be just what we were seeking. After an interview with Marc, Karen and Dorian, and much prayer from everyone, Fernando and Brenda decided to accept this position.
They are not yet living at Casa de Esperanza, but will be in less than a month. They work six days a week with the kids. They asked for Saturday off so they could still be involved in the visitations and Bible studies that happen every week. They did not want to have to choose between the kids and working with the church.
I have had many opportunities to witness them with the kids. I have seen them patiently helping with homework. I have seen them snuggling with one and comforting another, and loving all.
Casa de Esperanza is definitely blessed to have Fernando and Brenda as our first set of houseparents.
Terri
5 comments:
it sounds like you couldn't have found a better couple to be doing the job! from your blog it seems fernando and brenda have already been doing a great job with the children and they'll make a wonderful addition to the children's home. i bet their own children will also be a great help and will enjoy having all those smiling affectionate kids around them all the time!
Oh Terry, I love Fernando and Brenda! They are 2 of my favorite people. Brenda worked for me one year when they were students at Baxter and I really grew to love her. I am happy for you guys and for them, too.
Hi Terri,
GOOD READ AS ALWAYS! GINGER
Dear Terri,
This is an example of God’s faithfulness to the faithful. God continues to be merciful to those who choose to follow Him and serve His people. The Lord reigns! The Lord is victorious!
I keep coming to the blog and seeing the same post. So I will comment once again on it. Since I didn't have much time the first time and was so brief with comment.
love,
Ginger
Terri, dear, what a wonderful blessing God has given the children by bringing Fernando and Brenda to work with all of you at Casa.
God is Great! He always protects and provides for his children --the sheep of his pasture.
Keep smiling! God loves you and I love you!
Donna
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