we have fell behind on our ch13 bankruptcy payments, are trying to catch up, we just go a notice of hearing on trustees motion to dismiss, what can we

This depends in part on the procedures and rules in your district, so you need to consult with a bankruptcy attorney in your area. But, there are two things you most likely can (and should) do: 1.  File a Motion to Suspend or Modify your plan payments.  How long and to what amount depends on the current terms of your plan, your budget, and which creditors must be paid in full through your plan. 2.  Respond TIMELY to the Motion to Dismiss by showing you have filed a Motion to Suspend or Modify your plan and providing evidence thereof. Mark Markus has been practicing exclusively bankruptcy law in California since 1991.  He is a Certified Specialist in Bankruptcy Law by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization,  AV-Rated by martindale.com, and A+ rated by the Better Business Bureau.