Marta’s Quinceañera Celebration was truly a remarkable event filled with love, joy, and unforgettable memories. From the moment she chose her stunning blue dress to the heartfelt prayers and wishes from the visiting missionaries, every detail was meticulously planned to make Marta feel like the...
Now in her second year of university studies, Myra is ready to transition into a more independent lifestyle. Several weeks ago, she celebrated a big milestone. Dorie’s Promise to Our Young Adults The entire staff at Dorie’s Promise strives to offer a loving home and resources for each of our...
Last week, a few of our US-based staff had the distinct pleasure of celebrating Mother’s Day at Dorie’s Promise. Today, we want to share a glimpse into the moments we witnessed and the importance of the women who dedicate themselves to our children. Mother’s Day in Guatemala is always celebrated...
Since the beginning of the school year (January 2023), a brilliant group of teachers from the Universidad del Valle internship program has been supporting our children with motor skills, mathematics, language, and emotional skills. The program is only halfway through, but the results are already...
Visitors to Dorie’s Promise often mention the sense of inner peace and closeness to God they experience during their time with us. Quite often, guests leave feeling energized and restored because of their undistracted time. One of the greatest blessings to our ministry is the faith of those around...
After our shared experiences of the last few years, it’s safe to say we’re all more aware of the blessing that is our health and access to good medical care. Part of the vision we set for our children is to be loved, happy, and healthy. As our children mature, we’re expanding our programs to help...
September 15th is Guatemala’s Independence Day and we celebrate big in our house. This year, we celebrated 201 years of freedom. The children get to learn about history, play fun games, cook for each other, and participate in a local tradition involving fire! Read along to find out more. Murals,...
Summer is Missions season! A few weeks ago we dropped our final mission team off at the airport and now we’re thrilled to share highlights from our memorable time together. The children, and everyone at Dorie’s Promise, already miss our visitors! This year, we worked with communities surrounding...
It’s noon and our beloved Doc Castro is tying his sneakers. He’s getting ready for a 6 km run (3.72 miles) around the neighborhood, but he’s not going alone. Several children are going with him and they’re also tying their shoes outside. At lunchtime twice a week, Doc and a varying group of...
Yohana looks like a princess straight out of a fairy tale. Even though her dress and hair are flawless, her smile captivates us most. She is truly beaming and her quinceañera party is a girl’s dream. Welcome to the celebration: Yohana’s quinceañera! Getting ready for the party How does such...
Our mission is to serve children in need. Although we primarily see ourselves as a place for children who will need years of support, there are times when God allows us to help in different ways. Jordan and Dana’s story is different from those we normally share. Similar Themes in a Different Story...
This summer, we watched with excitement as Flor, Mateo, and Estella were matched with adoptive families. Manuel de Jesus went home with his aunt. In October, Aron, Ailyn, and Daniela went home with their parents once again. Aron, Ailyn, and Daniela About two and a half years ago, Aron, Ailyn, and...