Dekhtyrenko, Larisa

Description

Tell about your childhood, school, family, etc.

I had a difficult childhood. Because I grew up during the Second World War and the post-war period. But I managed to finish school, then entered medical school, and after that I got a degree in pedagogy. I worked in several schools in Kyiv.

Where did you work? Was your work good? Were you happy with your job?

I also worked in hospitals in Kyiv. The working conditions were good. I appreciated what I was doing. I have several state awards for my achievements in work.

Tell about your present life.

Now I am 83 years old. Unfortunately, I have cardiovascular disease and eye problems – cataracts in both eyes. Rheumatism.

Have you accepted Christ? How long have you been following the Lord?

I believe in Jesus Christ. I have been following the Lord and attending St. Paul’s Church for 3 years.

Tell about one thing your sponsor needs to know about you.

I am a child of the Second World War, a victim of the Holocaust. Now I receive a small pension and really need additional help. I am very grateful to the sponsors and members of the church for their financial support.