Showing posts with label Compassion International. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Compassion International. Show all posts

Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Just Another Day


Imagine a world where your babies believe Christmas Day...is just another day. 

Another day to wonder if they will eat. 

Another day to walk for miles for water. 
Another day to get up early and go to the market to try to bring in some money.


For many children this is exactly what they have to look forward to on Christmas.  Giving through the Compassion International Christmas Gift Catalogue provides an opportunity for the churches we partner with in the poorest countries to personally hand these gifts to a child in poverty, to meet their need, and to tell them Jesus loves them. The gift of salvation. And hope. 

Care for a baby's medical needs for 1 year - $55



Provide seeds for a garden that will provide immediate food and income generation - $10


Gift safe water for life for a child and their family - $79 



In this season I ask for your help. For whatever reason, the response to this year's catalogue has been slim. Can you let Christ use you today? Bless someone on your Christmas list by buying one of these gifts in their name. I've pledged to raise $100 so here's my rare ask of anyone reading today:


  • Will 10 of you give $10?
  • Or 5 of you $20?
  • Maybe 2 of you feel called to give $50
  • Or will 1 of you bless these children with $100 in gifts?
For Jesus, giving meant giving everything he had to give. And He asked us to take care of those less fortunate. I would be humbled if you would join with me to change the future for these precious babies. 

Click this link to view the catalogue, make a selection and even send an e-card to your recipient. Then come back here and share with us what you got!!



Blessings to you and yours. In His Name, 
Michelle

Thursday, September 27, 2012

Think of Me...a Letter from Rwanda

To wrap up Compassion International's month long campaign we've been challenged to write from our sponsored child's perspective.

Here's my letter from Pascaline, a young girl from Rwanda living within the ghostly shadow of horrific events that rocked her country just a few years ago...





Dear Brian and Michelle, 

Think of me....

My parents worry about the rebels rebuilding in nearby Congo. What will our future hold here? Will we have to relive the tragedy that still haunt our parent's dreams? How can my generation change the story? 

I'm just a little girl and sometimes life seems so harsh. We've no electricity. No running water. When you sponsored me, I borrowed the dress you saw me in so I could have a nice picture. 

My shoes, yes, you noticed they were torn but they were the only ones I had to wear in this mountainous region. At the time, I couldn't manage a smile and you were drawn to that. You wanted to give me a reason...

Think of me... 

Since your sponsorship, life has gotten better. We have a new roof on our house! Jesus delivered a cow that provides milk and an additional source of income. And we received a potato crop that also helps us so much. 

Think of me...

I get to go to school now. We learn of Jesus and his love for us which I share with my family. I have a great time with my friends and also get health check ups and vaccines. 

Think of me...

When they deliver letters to the children in my development center my heart beats faster. Will I get a letter from you today? I love sending you drawings I've made. But it really makes me feel special to get your words...to know you think of me. To see the artwork from Teagan and Isla, the stickers and Bible coloring pages. 

I don't feel invisible anymore. I believe God made me special. That He is with me in this place. He's providing a future through you, through Compassion International. Never stop thinking of me, of my friends. We are a world away but we need you. Please promise me you'll try. 

In Jesus' Name, 
Pascaline

BE THE HERO

Let God use you and your family to change the lives of these precious children forever. Our goal is to gain sponsorship for 3,100 children. For $38, the price of a dinner out once a month, you can provide food, clothing, healthcare, Christian education and so much more...a future. 

Visit Compassion International’s Sponsor a Child page. Pray over which child speaks to your heart. Perhaps they share a birthday with your child? Maybe they live in a country where AIDS is rampant? Or perhaps they are in an area you’ve always wanted to learn more about? Ask God to help you make a commitment as a family to change this child’s life.

In Jesus' Name, 
Michelle

Tuesday, September 25, 2012

Pinterestingly Compelling Philanthropy


I am so bummed that I got a virus on my computer last week because two things I LOVE came together to change our world... 




Compassion International wrapped up a week long Pinterest party on Sunday. The non-profit's bloggers shared pictures of our sweet sponsored children in an effort to continue to spread the word during this month long campaign to rescue 3,100 children in the poorest countries of the world from a life of poverty. 

I may be late to the party, but I did create a board for my sponsored children and wanted to share some pictures of my girls with their sisters in Christ. They are such a part of our family's day that Teagan recently asked for a map to Pascaline's house. 



Over the years Pascaline's family has had a new roof put on their house, received a cow as a source of food and income and a potato crop as part of our sponsorship. We love knowing that not only she benefits but her family as well.



Being sponsors has allowed us to give our children an appreciation for the blessings we have while prompting them to conserve water, electricity and food out of respect for Pascaline and Elibie. 

We have also enjoyed getting to know more about where the girls live. In addition, we also include Dahrling, Bethlehem and Jimmi in our daily prayers. They are Compassion children sponsored by others who have touched our lives. 

Would you please take a moment to pray over these children who are waiting for sponsors? And if God is prompting you to sponsor, please know it will provide the most tremendous blessings for you and your family!

In Jesus' Name, 
Michelle

Monday, September 24, 2012

Destination Inspiration #25

We are bringing Compassion International's sponsorship campaign to a close. All month long, bloggers like me are praying for new sponsors to step up for 3,100 children in the poorest countries in the world. For $38 a month, the price of a dinner out, you can transform a child's life and faith. 

Waiting: 236 Days for a sponsor.


Today I want to share 4 year old Davana with you. Isn't she precious? Davana lives in El Salvador and has been waiting eight long months for a sponsor since she was accepted into her local Compassion program. 


In her home, Dayana lives with her father and her mother. Her father is employed as a laborer and her mother maintains the home. There are 3 children in the family.

Singing, art and playing with dolls are her favorite activities. She also attends church activities and Bible class regularly.



Dayana lives in the hills of Zaragoza, home to approximately 26,700 residents. Typical houses are constructed of cement and have corrugated iron roofs. 

The regional diet consists of maize, beans, bread and rice. Common health problems in this area include diarrhea, dengue fever and respiratory diseases. Most adults in Zaragoza work as day laborers and earn less than two hundred dollars per month. This community has electricity but needs potable water, schools and affordable education.

Your sponsorship allows the staff to provide Dayana with Bible teaching, medical exams, home visits, health instruction, recreational activities, tutoring, snacks, literacy training, social events and skills training. The center staff will also provide parents' school, retreats and meetings for the parents or guardians of Dayana.







Visit Compassion International’s Sponsor a Child page. Pray over which child speaks to your heart. Will you sponsor a child with a heart next to their name which indicates that they have been waiting a long time for sponsorship? Perhaps they share a birthday with your child? Maybe they live in a country where AIDS is rampant? Ask God to help you make a commitment as a family to change this child’s life.



Alright, we are off to another great party!! 
Share as many inspirational posts as you like!

Passport to an Awesome 
Destination: Inspiration Party!!!

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*Grab my button and post it somewhere on your blog if you want to totally make my week.

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Have a great week! 
Blessings,
Michelle



Monday, September 17, 2012

Destination Inspiration #24 & Blogging for Compassion


Today I am thinking about the mothers in our world who love their babies.

Their hearts hold prayer, hopes and dreams for them. 

They aren't so different from you. Or me.   




But for so many moms their lives are filled with worry. Perhaps their children are one of 6 million who will die from malnutrition this year?  Or maybe they can’t dream of a future where their child will escape devastating poverty because they are one of 130 million of the world’s 15-24 year olds who can’t read or write?


What if moms like us used our influence with our household budgets to give other mothers this peace? For the price of just one meal out a month ($38) we can change the future for a child in one of the poorest countries in the world. And at the same time we could teach our own children about a world with compassion.

She opens her arms to the poor and extends her hands to the needy. Proverbs 31:20 (NIV)







Halfway into Blog Month and 1,515 children in poverty have been sponsored. 

Just 1,593 more to go to reach our special goal!

Visit Compassion International’s Sponsor a Child page. Pray over which child speaks to your heart. Perhaps they share a birthday with your child? Maybe they live in a country where AIDS is rampant? Or perhaps they are in an area you’ve always wanted to learn more about? Ask God to help you make a commitment as a family to change this child’s life.

Alright, we are off to another great party!! 
Share as many inspirational posts as you like!

Passport to an Awesome 
Destination: Inspiration Party!!!

Teagan's Travels Button, 2012 February

I Was Featured, 2012 February



*I  am trying to grow my little blog so I'd really be excited if you would follow me using Google  Friends Connect or Linky Followers on my sidebar!

*Grab my button and post it somewhere on your blog if you want to totally make my week.

*Link to your post instead of your overall blog address.

*We all love comments so spread the love to at least one other blogger.


Have a great week! 
Blessings,
Michelle