“Following Jesus in Puerto Rico,” Friend, September 2025, 10–11.
Following Jesus in Puerto Rico
Meet Dariel
Dariel follows Jesus by reading the scriptures and praying. He says, “I like to follow Jesus by learning more about Him.”
Dariel also tries to follow Jesus by serving others. He helps his teacher by cleaning the laptops after class. He serves his family by taking care of their pets and helping to make dinner. “I feel happy when I follow Jesus,” he says.
About Dariel
Age: 9
From: Caguas, Puerto Rico
Languages: Spanish, English
Goals: 1) Be a business owner. 2) Design video games.
Hobbies: Playing video games and riding his bike
Family: Dariel, mom, dad, brother, sister
Dariel’s Favorites
Scripture Story: When Jesus Christ was resurrected
Holiday: Christmas
Food: Arroz con habichuelas (rice with beans)
Fruit and vegetable: Strawberries and sweet potatoes
Colors: White, black, red
Primary Song: “When I Am Baptized” (Children’s Songbook, 103)