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Flooding in Phnom Penh: How this Cambodian Kinship Came to the Rescue
Occurrences of increasing temperatures, extreme weather, and natural disasters are on the rise. And when these tragedies happen, they put additional stress on already-struggling families who are living in poverty. We see this happening in real-time as we help those around our Kinship Projects. An example of this just occurred in Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia. Recently, the city was hit by a heavy rainstorm that caused extensive flooding, resulting in a lack of food and other resources. Fortunately, a Kinship Cambodia youth leader and photojournalist, Samuel, was on hand to document the damage. When he was asked why News
Ringing in the New Year with Open Arms at the Bakka Kinship Project
As told by our field team leader, Eddie: "As the clock struck twelve and the fireworks lit up the sky, the [Bakka Kinship Project in Uganda] opened its doors to welcome in the New Year with open arms. But for the children who call this place home, this celebration was about so much more than just ringing in the new year. It was about hope, love, and a sense of belonging. Pastor Geoffrey Kukiriza and his wife opened their hearts and home to over 200 children from the local community, inviting them to partake in a day filled with games, Community
Taking a Look at Christmas around the World: Kinship Edition
The magic of Christmas made its way around the world to the orphans who are so close to your hearts. Beautiful melodies of carols and worship music filled the halls while mouth-watering aromas of delicious meals filled the air. Smiles and laughter were contagious as Kinship families everywhere celebrated the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Please enjoy pictures from some of our international festivities! Cambodia (above): Christmas at the Chom Choa Kinship Project was one to remember. Youth and members of the church’s congregation celebrated with prayer, music and singing, special meals, and more. Dominican Republic (above): News
Ending on a High Note: How One Kinship Project Inspired Youth Before the New Year
Abandoned, alone, unwanted, unwelcomed. That’s how many of the individuals we serve have felt. But you’ve helped create a network of Kinship Projects that reaches out to “the least of these” and makes them feel a sense of togetherness and belonging. You help them feel at home. Togetherness remained front and center at the annual youth conference hosted by the Kireka Kinship Project in Uganda at the end of last year. As youth from other Kinship Projects and older Kinship United alumni gathered together, feelings of unity and community were strong during this powerful and emotional experience. The conference was Community
Will You Follow the Word of the Father in James 1:27 this Year End?
It’s important to remember the scripture that inspires us every single day. The same scripture that sent us on our mission to lift up orphaned children and widows in the first place. In James 1:27, God charges us with protecting orphans and widows. But don’t take it from me – our Father, the King, says it himself: “Pure and undefiled religion before God the Father is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself unstained from the world.” You may have begun your journey with Kinship United because God called you to. Like Orphan Rescue
