The Life of Carla Cruz

Carla’s life has always been extremely difficult, making her difficult to reach. She spent part of her life as a member of a gang, and lost her husband to a rival gang. She was raised in a home with an alcoholic father and thankfully a Christian mother. Carla has two children, Brian and Jorge.

Carla was tested HIV positive, along with her son Jorge. She was also diagnosed with Cervical Cancer category two, syphilis, and papaloma. The Casa Hogar team began praying for Carla and felt that God was trying to break her. The team continued to pray for her and show her Christ’s love.

Soon after she was diagnosed with Cervical Cancer, the Casa Hogar team began to reach out to her. They would take her to the hospital to help her with her medical needs. After two months without medication Carla’s syphilis was gone and her cancer had dropped to a category one. Carla told the team, “I think we should praise God for this.” Soon after, Carla began coming to church Her face had turned from one of darkness and despair to one of happiness and light.

Carla is also attending one of Casa Hogar’s support groups on a regular basis. She is now taking care of herself and receiving medications, whereas before she would only think about her death. Not only has God changed Carla’s life, but he has also changed the lives of those around her. Her father has stopped drinking and now attends church with Carla. The team is excited to see what God will do with her life and the rest of her family.

Brian Cruz, age 4
Jorge Alberto Cruz, age 7