Meet the Staff
Glenna Waller
Interim President and CEO
Glenna Houk Waller is the daughter of the late Frances (Peggy) Carroll Houk and the late Dean Houk. She was married to Larry Waller for fifty years prior to his death in 2015. They have two children, David Waller and Melanie Waller Foster, 9 grandchildren, and 2 great grandchildren. Glenna enjoys reading and spending time with her family. Her favorite scripture is Philippians 4:13 “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” In 1995 she was recognized as “Barnesville-Lamar County Outstanding Career Women” sponsored by the Barnesville Rotary Club. The Georgia House of Representatives adopted a resolution in 2002, recognizing and commending Glenna as a distinguished Georgian for her efficient, effective, unselfish, and dedicated public service to the citizens of her community and state. Glenna has been involved in the LCW/LCP Ministry since its inception. She was elected President of Little Children of the World in 2009 after serving as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for many years. She has traveled to the Philippines over forty times and now feels it is her second home. Her greatest joy is serving God through LCW/LCP and feeling like she can make a difference on this earth and in eternity. Glenna resides in Barnesville, Georgia where she is active in her church and community.
Marie Lou Patrimonio-Abbott has a special connection to LCW. Her story is a true testament of how this wonderful ministry can help a child. Marie Lou grew up in Dumaguete City, Philippines. Her sister, Marla Patrimonio-Nomo, was once a sponsored child. Marie Lou’s mother, Cerila Patrimonio, has been working for Little Children of the Philippines since the infancy of the ministry. Marie Lou grew up watching her mother work for the ministry that she truly loves. Cerila is the Peace and Faith Steward; she goes through the communities and teaches Bible Studies. In 2002, Marie Lou came to the United States as Georgia Rotary Student. It was made possible through Mr. Larry and Mrs. Glenna Waller. While studying at Gordon College, Marie Lou and Glenna Waller traveled to several speaking engagements for the ministry, and while on one of these speaking engagements Marie Lou met her now husband, David Abbott. Marie Lou and David have one son, Alex. Before working for LCW, Marie Lou was a licensed nurse and worked in a hospital in Virginia. But in 2011, Marie Lou felt God calling her to work for LCW. She began part time and in 2012 became a member of the full time staff. Marie Lou believed that God had called her to work for LCW so that the precious children and youth in Dumaguete City, Philippines will have a chance for a better and brighter future. Marie Lou’s favorite Bible verse is Psalm 37:3-5, “Trust in the LORD and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture. Take delight in the LORD, and He will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way to the LORD; trust in Him and He will do this.” When Marie Lou is not at LCW, she spends time with her family and son. She enjoys walking and running, and loves to play word search puzzles. She also teaches a Wednesday night Bible study for children at her church. Marie Lou and her family are currently residing in Stockbridge, GA.
As a member of the founding family, Brittany Foster has been involved with LCW for most of her life. She has been to the Philippines to volunteer with Little Children of the Philippines over 10 times so far, and she plans to return many more times in the future. Brittany graduated with honors from Truett McConnell University in May 2016 with a BS in Biology. From October 2016 to August 2017, she was on the World Race, an eleven-month mission trip to eleven different countries. Upon returning from the World Race, she decided to work for LCW full time. Brittany currently resides in Dumaguete City, Philippines where she serves as the LCW liaison to LCP. She was promoted to Vice President of International Relations in October 2020. She completed her Master’s Degree in Organizational Management at Middle Georgia State University in December 2022.
Caitie Foster serves as the Director of Development for LCW. She graduated with honors in 2020 from Mercer University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Affairs and Religion. Caitie has worked with a variety of nonprofits all over the world, from an anti-trafficking organization in London to a public health campaign in Greece. She lives in Asheville, North Carolina with her husband, Jake, and their two cats and dog. In her free time, she enjoys baking, knitting, reading, and traveling. Caitie’s greatest passions are learning from other cultures and serving others, and she’s honored to combine these passions with her work at LCW.
April Clinton faithfully volunteered with LCW for two years, and in February 2018 she became a staff member as the office assistant. She has been married to her loving husband, Greg, for 24 years. They have a beautiful daughter named Elizabeth who is in college. She enjoys working in such an encouraging environment and being able to give back to the Lord through her work. Her favorite Bible verse is Philippians 4:6, “Don’t worry about anything instead pray about everything. Tell God what you need and thank Him for all he has done.”
