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Why We Adopted a Child with Down Syndrome
I sat in disbelief as I listened to the voice on the phone. 6 months earlier, my OB/GYN had told me, "The test detected an extra X chromosome." Those words had set my husband and me on a journey we never expected: becoming special needs parents.
Or so we thought.
A Support System for Maisha Made All the Difference
God is doing many marvelous things in Uganda! Land is being cleared in preparation for the construction of a new church building, and construction of our alumni house is currently underway. When the alumni house is finished, it will serve as a place for alumni to stay during…
A Home for Ferdinand’s Four Children
At Welcome Home Haiti, our team of 120 employees works together to build 4 houses each month. Recently, we converted our block machines to electric with solar power, which will help us continue building homes for vulnerable families. As always, don’t forget to check out the encouraging story…
Who Becomes Family When Family Is Gone? Famatta’s Story
At the height of the Ebola outbreak in 2014, 11-year-old Famatta watched as her father—a pastor—helped a sick church member into his car to take her to the hospital. In what felt like an instant, life as Famatta knew it was done.
How Our Team Became Julio’s Family | An Update from Bolivia
In Bolivia, we continue to care for orphaned and vulnerable children. Our hearts are moved by their perseverance and the joy they share with those around them. Life has not always been easy for the children we serve, but God is transforming their lives before our eyes. Thank…
Seen, Known, & Loved into Adulthood | An Update from Bolivia
We continually share the hope we have in Jesus with the orphaned young adults we serve in Bolivia. We hope and pray each of them will grasp the love Jesus showed on the cross and realize they are His prized possession. As always, don’t forget to check out…
How God’s Provision Changed Our Entire Adoption Story
Every adoption story is unique, but they all have one thing in common—God's provision. Here at Lifesong, we love celebrating families who have experienced His generosity firsthand. Families like Seth and Becky's, who recently adopted a little boy. Here's their story— We are thankful to the Lord Jesus,…
Shupiwe’s Invitation to School | An Update from Zambia
God gets the glory when orphaned and vulnerable children can achieve their dreams. At Lifesong Zambia, we are on the lookout for ways we can support them in this journey. Education is important, but first and foremost, children must know they are seen, known, and loved before they…
Micron’s Amazing Potential | An Update from Thailand
Because of your support, we are able to explore unique schooling options for the children we serve. When teachers and staff see potential in every child, they begin to flourish and accomplish things they once could only dream of achieving. As always, don’t forget to check out the…
The Real Fight in Ukraine, 3 Years into the War
The war in Ukraine has been ongoing for three years. It’s difficult news to swallow, as many prayers have been prayed for the war to end. Lives have been lost, many more children have been orphaned, and peace and safety have been severely disrupted. Amidst all this darkness,…