Following Jesus in Costa Rica

Mateo follows Jesus Christ by helping the missionaries. He helps them teach people about the Savior. “When I help, I feel good,” says Mateo. “I feel that Jesus is going to bless me because I did something good for other people.”

Mateo also follows Jesus Christ by praying to Heavenly Father. He says, “When I pray, I feel warm and good inside. I know that Jesus is going to help me.”

Age: 7

From: San José, Costa Rica

Language: Spanish

Goals and dreams: 1) Become a missionary. 2) Become a computer teacher.

Hobbies: Soccer and video games

Family: Mateo, Mom, Dad, and three brothers

Story about Jesus: When He healed the blind man (see Mark 8:22–25)

Family Tradition: Having home evenings together

Fruit: Guava

Color: Purple

Primary Song: “I Am a Child of God” (Children’s Songbook, 2)