My Name is
Theresia
Theresia
Theresia and her twin sister, Aurelia, came to live at the Rafiki Village Tanzania in 2010 after their mother died of cancer. Theresia is a bright girl, and she does well in most of her subjects. Theresia has also developed a love for playing basketball while at the Rafiki Village. She is very good at the sport. She knows that she must earn good grades to be eligible to play, and this motivates her. Theresia continues to grow in her faith. She knows that Christ with her, and she enjoys singing and praying to God.
DOB: Oct 15, 2006
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