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child sponsorship ministry
Be a sponsor…you won’t regret it!
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by Steve Mutchler, Lifeline child sponsor of Woodline (left photo below) and Odin (center photo)
Originally published in the “Greenwood Greetings” newsletter, a publication of Greenwood Christian Church (Canton, Ohio). Reprinted with permission.
For anyone who has thought, even briefly, about child sponsorship I say DO IT! For our family it has been a wonderful experience on several different levels.
Before I get too far let me say that the organization we sponsor through, Lifeline Christian Mission, has been a huge part of why we think it is a great choice for outreach and evangelism. With Lifeline you not only have regular opportunities to help your sponsor child, but you can actually go meet them! My girls look forward to the time they will get to meet Woodline (our sponsor kid in Haiti).
Sponsorship has led to so many teachable moments with our own kids. From what life in Haiti and the Navajo Reservation is like, to how God works through people like us to have an impact on others throughout the world.
This is one of the photos (bottom left) we received from Lifeline when they do gift distributions. It makes it so real for us; especially our girls when they can see the items they helped pick out being received by their “sister in Christ.” This has also been helpful for us as adults to make the connection to sponsorship: we are not giving to a faceless cause but to a real person who is benefiting from a wonderful Christian organization, thanks in part to people like us. Having been to Haiti and the Navajo Reservation (second photo), I understand why sponsorship is a sensible and powerful tool for evangelism, not just providing for physical needs. My family and I (third photo) are thankful for the opportunity to impact our world, maybe in a small but meaningful way, for the cause of Christ.
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There is a child waiting for you!
begin your sponsorship today!
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United States
- The Third Saturday volunteer team was a huge blessing. They had a big task to process 225 pantry gifts for Honduras and they met that challenge! Thank you! Learn more about volunteering with Lifeline.
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hogs for haiti
On the road again…
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The riders set off last Friday, August 14 to travel across the Midwest U.S., Central Canada, and the Rocky Mountains to bring awareness to the needs of the Haitian children and to raise donations for the ongoing operation of Lifeline’s Grand Goave Children’s Home. Along the way they’ve met with churches, groups, and individuals to share the message and raise donations.
The journey continues until August 29. Please keep the ride in your prayers: for safety, receptive & generous hearts to those they meet with, and for an all-around great experience!
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Experience their journey:
100% of your donation goes directly to the Children’s Home ministry to assist with the ongoing operations, maintenance, staff, and improvements of the Children’s Home.
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hogs for haiti
It’s all for the kids
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From construction to move-in: watch the completion of the Grand Goave Children’s Home, and follow the 2013 & 2014 Hogs riders as they raised funds and experienced the beauty of the U.S. & Canada!
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Pray for Brian Snyder, our Navajo Ministry Administrator, as he begins classes for a Master’s Degree in Christian School Administration.
- While the bulk of the work team season has concluded, there are two more teams scheduled in Haiti this fall: the annual men’s trip (September 29 – October 8) and the Haiti family trip (October 10 – 18). Please pray for those who will be a part of these trips, that they will be used by God for his glory in the ministry in Grand Goave.
- Your contributions are at work! Construction is coming along well for the Grand Goave, Haiti church and school. Pray for continued safety and speed in completing these projects. School move-in is less than a month away and there are 80 excited 7th grade students eagerly awaiting the first day of school. A pictorial update will be coming next week. Thanks for your prayers and financial assistance! God is good.
- The 35th anniversary for the Grand Goave Christian Church (Haiti) was on August 16! A multi-church celebration is being planned for November 2; more prayer please.
- We’re almost half way there! As you may recall, there is a great need for a “people mover” type van/bus in Honduras. It’s needed to use with work teams and for school/church functions. We praise God that one of our supporting churches has stepped up and is providing $20,000 of the needed $43,000. The 23 passenger vehicle is available now and the need is now. Please be a part of God’s answer to help fill this need; contact Bob@Lifeline.org. The Honduran brethren are praying for your decision to help.
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Can you help with the purchase of this vehicle for ministry in Honduras?
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volunteer ministry
Serve with us!
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Do you have a welcoming smile, a cheerful voice, love to serve, and some free time during the day? Then we have an opportunity for you! We have an opening for a volunteer receptionist at our Westerville, Ohio office on Wednesdays 1-5p and Thursdays 9a-1p. If you are interested, please contact Dana at 614-794-0108 or Dana@Lifeline.org for additional information.
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Join us at Clover Valley Golf Club (Johnstown, Ohio) on Saturday, August 29 for a great day of golf to benefit Lifeline! All proceeds & donations benefit Lifeline’s global ministries. Learn more at www.Lifeline.org/Golf.
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Individuals & teams
$75 per player, includes green fee,
cart, snack bag, and buffet lunch
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Sponsorship
Make this outing a hole-in-one and be a sponsor! Numerous levels are available
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holy land tour
See the Bible come to life
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10 Day Israel Tour :: November 2-11, 2016
hosted by Bob & Gretchen DeVoe, Lifeline’s founders
There’s been a lot of interest for the 2016 Israel Tour and, due to your overwhelming response, the trip is confirmed! We’ll see the Bible come to life as we follow Jesus’ footsteps throughout the Holy Land. Bob & Gretchen DeVoe, Lifeline’s founders, will host the trip through Jerusalem Tours, International.
Registration is now open to reserve your place on this unforgettable trip!
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