Tetruyeva, Maria

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Tell about your childhood, school, family, etc.

My childhood was similar to the one of kids of that time. I was in a daycare since I was 2 and finished school at 18. During summer school break I worked – picked flowers, packed tabaco, caught and ate mussels, went fishing with my sister’s husband.

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

I worked at various areas. Work conditions were not important to me – it was important for me to provide for my kids. My last job was a book-keeper at a private company.

Tell about your present life.

My life situation is similar to the one of my people now. It hurts to see how much we are hated by russians. In 2001 I became a widow. In 2005 one of my sons died. Praise God he left alive my other two sons – Kiril and Timothy – they are both students.

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

I accepted Christ in 1993 when I was baptized. I try to follow Christ and live according to the Scripture. I live only due to the Lord and St. Paul Church’s support. On March 5, 2017 I joined St. Paul’s Church and do my best to serve it with my gifts. I knit socks for our courageous soldiers.

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

When  I was 3 months old my father was arrested by the Soviets. My mother was left alone with three daughters and received no support until 1953. I am very thankful to all our sponsors, especially to mine: I pray for your health, well-being and God’s protection.