In the past, there have been posts on the Guerrero Leon family. (If interested refer to the archives, May 2007) Lili, who lives here, is the youngest sibling of seven. Both of their parents passed away years ago. Her brother, José, now lives and works with us at CVE. Within the last month, he has made the decision to become a Christian and it has been amazing to watch the Lord work in his life.
Sunday afternoon, the oldest sister, Trini (25), went home from church and took her own life. She leaves four children. Jazzany (8), Ezequiel (7), Julisa (5), and Estefania (3). Jazzany and Hilda (a sister of Trini, José and Lili) are now staying with us at CVE. It appears that within the next few days DIF will place the rest of the family with us. Tonight as the siblings gathered in the back room of the house, José told his family to fold their hands because "it is time this family prays." He proceeded to lead them in prayer.
This picture was taken a few months back after Trini and her kids and I went to watch Lili in a parade. Trini is holding Estefania, Jazzany is in front of her with Ezequiel at her side. I am not sure why Julisa didn't make the picture.
Please pray for:
-Jazzany, Ezequiel, Julisa and Estefania
-Trini's remaining siblings, Javier, Jesus, Sulema, José, Hilda and Lili
-José's faith would only be strengthened and his siblings could see the drastic change God has brought in his life.
-Strength and wisdom for CVE staff
-That God would use this for His Good and satan would not have room to attack anyone involved.
Psalm 31
13 comments:
Praying that each of you would know His comfort and feel His strength... thank you for being willing to be there "for such a time as this". We love you and are praying with you...
-brent & janelle
Praying...
"To appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that they might be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the Lord, that he might be glorified."
Isaiah 61:3
We love you all, and trust that our merciful Father will comfort your hearts during this most difficult time.
Thanks Amy for the thorough update. We are praying and will continue to hold the family and CVE staff up in our prayers.
We love you all!
MarknBarb
Weeping with you...
Mama D y Joemama
It truly is a time to weep. This is a very hard thing for those who are left behind. There are no answers and only God can give comfort. Our hearts break for the family and for all of you who stand by to support. We love you all and pray earnestly for you all to feel His strength.
In prayer..with love..the schlipf's
"Let us there fore come boldly unot the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need"...Hebrews 4:12
We will hold you up in prayer! I was reminded of the song, "Does Jesus Care?"
"Oh yes He cares, I know He cares,
His heart is touched by my grief.
When the days are weary, the long nights dreary, I know my Savior cares."
We feel so for all involved!!
Brenda and Brace
Our prayers are with you at this most confusing time. May your Heavenly Father comfort and hold you in his almighty arms!
Definitely praying...
My heart aches for all of you. As I thought about the issues that woke me during the night, they seem like absolutely nothing compared to this great trial of your faith. "Now our Lord Jesus Christ Himself, and God, even our Father, which hath loved us, and hath given us everlasting consolation and good hope through grace, Comfort your hearts, and stablish you in every good word and work." II Thess. 2:16-17
This is very sad. We are praying.
Todd and Teresa
Amy -
I think for the first time in 2 years I totally cried because of the pain I felt for these kids as well as the anger I felt for satan. God can and will use this for His glory! May He keep you all in His amazing arms so gently caring for you all and for these now orphaned kids.
Querida familia,
Hablé con una amiga hoy. Su padre suicidó hace diéz años. Me dijo que no deben ni intentar entender. Es imposible. Ella gastó muchos años preguntandose, "¿Por qué?" Pero ahora entiende que jamás va a entender. Ella se apoya en Proverbios 3:5-6. Me dijo que el hecho mas impactante en los primeros días fue la oración de la iglesia. Mantenganse firmes. El mismo Jesús que amaba a Lázaro también ama a ustedes y a la familia de Trini.
Juan 11:34-36
... y dijo: ¿Dónde le pusisteis? Le dijeron: Señor, ven y ve.
Jesús lloró.
Dijeron entonces los judíos: Mirad cómo le amaba.
Jesús está llorando todavía.
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