Lifesong Blog
Join The Story
Read about the children we serve and receive important updates from our team, partners, and supporters.
Ren’s New Identity in Christ | An Update from Thailand
Ren (middle) smiles next to his two younger brothers. Growing up, Ren and his two younger brothers moved often due to their father's ongoing search for work. They transitioned from school to school, struggling to succeed academically. Without consistency in their education, they could not learn. At night,…
The Difference a Birthday Cake Can Make | An Update from Bolivia
Something as simple as a customized birthday cake and a unique birthday celebration go a long way in helping orphanage graduates in Bolivia feel seen, known, and loved. That’s why, our ministry partners, Kathryn and Gustavo, make a point to celebrate and honor every young adult they serve,…
A New Mural Proclaims God’s Faithfulness | An Update From Tanzania
A mural outside the boys' dormitory in Tanzania depicts Moses leading the Israelites across the Red Sea. In Exodus 14:13–14, Moses encourages the Israelites, saying, “Do not be afraid. Stand firm and you will see the deliverance the Lord will bring you today. The Egyptians you see today…
Missiles Strike in Ukraine—Our Children Are Safe
Children in Ukraine participate in summer camp activities. On Friday, as one of our church partners in southeastern Ukraine was wrapping up a VBS camp, missiles struck. Our children and staff are safe, praise God—and we recognize their protection is nothing less than the grace of God. Take…
Graduating with a Grateful Heart | An Update from Haiti
Graduates in Haiti are filled with excitement before the ceremony begins. When Jeff’s mother died in Haiti when he was just 6 years old, his older sister welcomed him into her home. Even though his sister was unable to complete her own studies, she paid his tuition fees…
High School Will Help Banchirga Become a Doctor | An Update from Ethiopia
Banchirga stands outside her home. Can you imagine having to choose to discontinue your education after 8th grade? This is the reality for many of the orphaned and vulnerable children we serve in Ethiopia. Since our school currently only provides education through 8th grade, just a small percentage…
Gap Year Program Makes for a Bright Future | An Update from Zambia
Joseph stands outside of the Gap Year Program center. For many years, Joseph believed the only person that really loved him was his mom. His father died before he was born. So after his mother passed away when he was just a child, Joseph was devastated. His grandparents…
She Named Him Blessing | An Update From Kharis House
On an ordinary evening in Zambia, a group of young mothers at Kharis House sat down to enjoy a tasty pizza dinner. The girls were laughing and engaging in lively conversations when one of them yelled out, “Water!” All eyes shifted from her face to her glass of…
God Cares About College Students in South Korea
Oak Tree Project alumni spend time with staff. College can be a stressful time for any student, but for many orphans who attend college in South Korea, it is a time of utter exhaustion and isolation. At age 18, after graduating high school, South Korean orphans must move…
Providing Hope to Families, One Home at a Time
Renand, Francoise, and their family stand smiling outside their new home. Every day in Haiti, more than half of the population is living in poverty and cannot afford the security and safety of a sturdy home. Many homes are made of sticks and tin, providing little protection from…