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We’re Celebrating a Graduation in Korea!
Orphans in Korea must move out of the orphanage within two weeks of graduating from high school. So—with your help—our team in Korea is committed to reaching orphan grads and helping them navigate adulthood. Today, we're excited to update you on what God is doing— Recently, we celebrated…
Now He Wants to Go Back to His Village in Liberia
Don't miss this powerful story from Liberia. David Platt famously said, "Orphans are easier to ignore before you know their names; but once you know, everything changes." People like you took interest in a boy named Andrew. Here's what happened next. Our team in Liberia writes— Andrew…
“Keep Praying for Us” | Haiti Update
"[Right now] things are tough here in Haiti," our teammate writes, "but it's still our joy to educate our children here at Lifesong Christian School." So while Haiti continues facing multiple crises—including political instability, civil unrest, food insecurity, and ongoing natural disasters—our team and students cling tightly to…
You Helped Him Dream: Paul’s Story
"Before coming to Lifesong in 2016, I lived in an orphanage." For Paul, life in the orphanage wasn't easy. He lived apart from his family. His classmates were constantly fighting. His peers were abusing alcohol. "I wasn't serious with my Christian life," he explains. "I used to pretend…
“Ready to Trust” | 2 Meetings in Ukraine
In January, we shared an exciting story of family preservation in Ukraine. Today, we'd like to give you a glimpse behind the scenes at 2 meetings our team is using to reach orphans and orphan grads for the glory of God. Thank you for your partnership in this ministry.…
Praise God for These Students in Liberia
Thank you for praying for children in Liberia during this time of global uncertainty. Though school is not currently in session, God is working through you in the lives of our students. Here's a recent update from our team— God continues to work in Liberia! Two weeks ago, the…
2020 Mid-Year Impact Report
Would you celebrate God's faithfulness with us? While much of life has been on hold or shut down this year, God is still at work. Specifically, we've seen His faithfulness to care for the orphaned and vulnerable as we serve in new ways and old. Here are just…
A Story of Hope from Ukraine
Here in the midst of ongoing global uncertainty, countries like Ukraine continue to share stories of hope, reminding us that redemption and restoration are always possible by the grace of God. And even better, God invites us to participate where He is already working. . In Ukraine, an estimated…
The Impact of Sports in Orphan Care
In Ukraine, an estimated 250 children enter the orphanage system every day. In the United States, the average public school has 520 students. Which means, every 2.5 days, the equivalent of an entire U.S. public school goes to live in orphanages in Ukraine. Orphanages, alone, aren't equipped to…
From Orphan to Mentor: Meet Kristina
She doesn't have many childhood memories. But Kristina does remember life with her parents— "They were very busy with drinking and constant parties with their alcoholic friends. When things got really bad, we had to move and start looking for a 'better life' in the city." This was…