Grace and Healing Safari

From June 28 – July 1, 36 children from Grace and Healing Ministries went for a Bible camp and safari to observe God’s wonderful creation. They studied God’s word, focused on God as Creator, developed relationships, learned, and relaxed. They were able to hear that God not only cares for his creation as a whole, but each of us individually, and how all of us are created to fulfill a unique purpose in God's Kingdom.

We asked for your prayers before the trip happened, and we are so overjoyed to hear what God did during this time. Six children were moved to accept Jesus Christ as their personal Savior after hearing and seeing what Christ has done for His children!

We extend much thanks to the Portland Mennonite Church for providing funds for this trip. Your generosity was truly a blessing in the lives of these children. To see additional photos and read more about the trip, please visit the Grace and Healing Ministries Blog.

Thank you to everyone involved, and the Lord our God, King of all creation!

Support Amazing Grace Gardens

Children at Amazing Grace working in the garden.

Planting and tending to a garden is something that, as Americans, we view as a colorful hobby.

But in reality, the planting and upkeep of a garden is literally a lifeline for many people on earth, especially in East Africa. It’s not a hobby: it’s a necessity that takes a vast amount of time, energy, resources, and planning. If the garden doesn’t grow, you may not eat.

Our latest issue of Hope is Alive magazine, focused on Creation Care, details the struggle those is East Africa have in planning, paying for, planting, and providing care for their garden. Amazing Grace sits on one acre of land, while another three to four acres are rented and planted with food to feed 30 children. Their garden is ambitious: spinach and kale, okra, maize, cassava, sweet potatoes, and peanuts. This provides a balanced diet for the children, as well as the hands-on experience of nurturing plants from seedling to plate.



“Both the workers and the children [tend the garden],” said East Africa Coordinator Edwin Angote. Mostly the children do the planting and [keep] the garden clean.” For the children whose chores include garden care, important lessons are learned even before they enjoy the delicious fruits of their labor. “They learn being responsible,” said Edwin.

If you would like to help Amazing Grace Children’s Home, Lahash is trying to raise $850 for plowing and seeds. To donate, click the Lahash International Donation Page . After you enter your donation, select “Amazing Grace Planting Needs” from the “Special Projects” list.

We look forward to your support, and we will keep you posted with photos and stories!