On June, 6th we hosted our annual Compassion Sunday. We showed a Compassion video and spoke about children living in poverty around the world… and what we as a church family can do to intervene in their lives. Praise the Lord! We had 17 children sponsored that day. This means that 17 more children will have the opportunity to learn about Jesus, receive health services, educational assistance, and supplemental food.
Children in Poverty- It’s a tragic fact that about 1/3 of the world’s children live in extreme poverty today. Pause for a moment and picture what that means for one child. They are hungry most of the time, they suffer from poor health, they receive little or no education. They are neglected, abused, and are often exposed to violence. Many come to believe that their lives have no value, no hope, and no future. Worst of all, many of these children have never heard that God loves them.
The good news is that although we cannot change the whole world, we can change the world for at least some of these children. Through Compassion International each of us has the opportunity to come alongside one particular child in need and help to change the course of that child’s entire future.
Jesus tells us “I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for Me.” Matthew 25:40
Compassion Sponsorship means that you choose one specific boy or girl and begin a personal ministry to that child. You can exchange letters and prayers. The child you help will cherish the thought that you actually care for them, value them and want them to succeed. Through the Compassion program each child is helped through a l0cal church. I have visited a number of these Compassion Projects and have always been impressed at how involved the Compassion Staff are with each child. They personally interact with each child, are concerned for their health, welfare and know the children and their families. I believe Compassion is doing a great work and I am excited to be a part of that.
I invite you to join me in sponsoring a child living in great need. The cost is $38 a month. You can choose a child and sign up right now by going to: www.compassion.com/debbiebaker.
Thank you for considering sponsorship. It has been one of the best things I have ever done in my life. I love my sponsored children, I pray for them daily and my whole family is thrilled every time we receive a letter from one of our children. We love them and consider them a part of our “extended family”. If you would like more information or to learn about other sponsor or donation opportunities go to www.compassion.com/debbiebaker or contact me at our church office (760) 324-8281.
Thanks,
Debbie Baker
