Sponsored teens age 15 and up enjoyed games, a boat ride, and a national park during their three-day retreat.Continue reading Retreat to Hawassa: A Journey of Discovery, Joy, and Faith
Ayelu and Birtukan: A Journey to Stability and Hope
Twelve years ago, Ayelu was stuck in a difficult situation and had no hope in sight. Her husband had left her, she was raising her niece, Birtukan, and she earned little from her job washing clothes…Continue reading Ayelu and Birtukan: A Journey to Stability and Hope
Acts of Generosity Create Lasting Change
Aster, a sponsored child, shares her story.Continue reading Acts of Generosity Create Lasting Change
Selam & Amanuel: Two Lives Changed by Sponsorship
At 18 years old, Selam was a single mother with no one to turn to for help. She struggled to make ends meet and to provide food for her 2-year-old son, Amanuel. One day, she heard about the sponsorship program…Continue reading Selam & Amanuel: Two Lives Changed by Sponsorship
Nothing Short of a Miracle
Between his son’s illness and his poverty, Zewdu felt hopeless. He wanted to learn about Jesus, but didn’t know how to tell his wife. Then, before he could tell her, she accepted an invitation to church…Continue reading Nothing Short of a Miracle
Kalkidan: A New Start
When Kalkidan was sponsored, her parents had lost all hope. Her father was injured and her mother worked long hours as a daily laborer.Continue reading Kalkidan: A New Start
A Special Christmas for Children, Parents, and Staff
Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, much joy and laughter marked the celebration of Christmas for our sponsored children and their families.Continue reading A Special Christmas for Children, Parents, and Staff
Yordanos: A Grateful Goodbye
My name is Yordanos and I am graduating from the sponsorship program in December. I am so grateful for my experiences in it!Continue reading Yordanos: A Grateful Goodbye
Yemiserach’s Story: A Letter to my Sponsors
Dear Sponsors, God used you to change my life and those of my father and mother. When I was 4 years old, my mom and dad were very poor. They were not able to send me to school…Continue reading Yemiserach’s Story: A Letter to my Sponsors