Care Centers
May Spotlight: Savannah
Savannah is full of joy. She brightens up every room she enters at Maria’s Big House of Hope. We are so excited to give you a small glimpse into the life of this special girl. Savannah is 5 years old. She’s spunky, and has a bright, winsome smile. When she laughs, she scrunches up her…
Read MoreMay Prayer Focus: Ace
Ace is a cheerful 3-year-old boy living at our Care Center in Nanyang. His sweet disposition and smile are only two of the many things we love about him. Ace was born with congenital heart disease, but he hasn’t let it slow him down. He’s brilliant and enjoys learning new things at preschool, as well as playing and…
Read MoreSmall Moments: Meet Kale
Kale is a bright 2-year-old boy who we have the opportunity to care for. We adore him, and so does anyone who meets him. Kale is silly, fun, and brilliant! He loves to learn new things. Right now he’s learning about animals, and he knows a lot of them by their English names. He is also fascinated by airplanes…
Read MoreEaster at Maria’s Big House of Hope
Easter was so much fun at Maria’s Big House of Hope! We had a warm day and the children played outside with lots of bubbles and cute bunny hats as they hunted for Easter eggs. The children had a wonderful time, and the nannies had just as much fun. Thank you to everyone who helps make…
Read MoreApril Prayer Focus: AvaJo
We’re so excited for you to meet AvaJo. She is a 3-year-old princess who we just love. She’s full of life and spunk, and her curiosity keeps her on her toes! AvaJo is always exploring when she plays outside. AvaJo is friendly and outgoing, and she’s also cuddly and sweet. She can go from playing full-speed…
Read MoreA Whimsical God
Have you ever pictured God as whimsical? I hadn’t until about eight years ago. I’ve often pictured God as loving, gentle, strong, and jealous—you know, the characteristics many of us grew up reading about. Those characteristics would allow my imagination to conjure up a picture of God in my mind. Whether that was an image…
Read MoreMarch Spotlight Child: Monty
We’re so excited to introduce you to Monty. He was welcomed to Maria’s Big House of Hope when he was just 1 month old, and we celebrated his 2nd birthday this past October. His energy and curiosity shine as bright as his smile, whether he’s playing with his best friends, popping as many bubbles as…
Read MoreMarch Prayer Focus: Ekon
Ekon quickly wins your affection when you meet him, and we really love him. It’s an honor to be able to introduce you to him! Ekon came into our care at Maria’s Big House of Hope when he was 7 months old, and we just celebrated his first birthday this January. Though he loves to play…
Read MoreSpotlight Child: Herkales
February is a special month, not just because of all the heart-shaped candies and cards you’ll find lining your grocery store shelves, but also because it’s Congenital Heart Disease (CHD) Awareness Month. We’re excited for you to meet Herakles, who was born with CHD and a gastrointestinal condition. Herakles is a bright light to those…
Read MoreNovember Prayer Focus: Art
Art was welcomed to Maria’s Big House of Hope in the spring of 2016. He was only 1 month old at the time. Upon his arrival, he was diagnosed with a urinary tract condition. Art is now being cared for in our Nanyang Care Center, and we are thrilled by the progress he has made.…
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