La estatua del Divino ñino, Jesus as a child, is a cherished symbol of faith, culture, and heritage in my Colombian family. Originating from Bogota, where devotion to the Divino Niño is deeply rooted, the statue was first given to my mother at the age of 10 by my grandmother, who has always believed in his ability to perform miracles, heal the sick, and provide support in difficult times. In Colombia, many people believe in his power, and my grandmother passed this belief down to my mother. When my grandmother immigrated to the United States, she made sure to bring this tradition with her, and now every home in our family keeps a statue of the Divino Niño as a reminder of both our faith and our Colombian roots. For us, the statue is more than just a religious object; it is a connection to our family's immigration story and a way to preserve our cultural identity in a new country. Recently, I went to Colombia for the first time and bought myself my statue of the Divino Niño, which I now keep in my room as a daily reminder of our family's story, faith, and heritage. Whenever we pray to him–whether at home or in church, where there is a larger statue of him–we honor not only our religious beliefs but also the journey that brought us to a new country and the traditions we carry with us. Through these acts, we keep our Colombian customs alive while adapting to life in America. 

– Nick Revelo

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