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Urgent Appeal: Protecting Our Children from Deadly Lightning Strikes

Urgent Appeal from Christ Mission to the World with whom we serve with in South Sudan.

“Now, when dark clouds gather, the children’s laughter fades. They glance nervously at the sky, their little hands covering their ears, whispering prayers that the storm will pass without another tragedy. This is no way for a child to live in constant fear of what the next lightning strike might bring. We cannot remain idle in the face of such danger. -Bishop Garang Chan Majok, Executive Director

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Water in Aweil Town Touches Many Lives

This act of compassion has not only quenched the thirst of orphans in Aweil Town, but has renewed their dignity, health, and future. The ripple effect of this water system goes far beyond what words can capture. It touches classrooms, kitchens, clinics, and most of all hearts.

“My little sister doesn’t cry anymore for water. We fill our jerrycans quickly and go back to class.” — Martha, 14

Together with Christ Mission to the World, 1,760 orphan children receive food aid at five locations near Aweil, South Sudan, where we have been serving since 2016.

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Adoor Feeding Centre: Testament of Hope in South Sudan

An expression of gratitude from the orphaned children in Adoor, South Sudan.

“Before this, we would go days without a meal. Now, we are happy and can learn better at school.” – Deng, age 15

1,760 orphan children like Deng receive food aid at five locations near Aweil, South Sudan, where we have been serving since 2016.

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Hope for Children in Pakistan!

We are grateful to be working with Kids Kingdom Under Grace Ministry Team to make a difference in the lives of so many orphan children in Pakistan. In this partnership, Pastors Romaish and Salomi are able to provide emotional support for these children, as well as meet some of their physical needs with meals provided

We are continually inspired by the faithful leadership of Pastors Romaish and Salomi, who dedicate their lives to ministering to hundreds of children across Pakistan. Their compassion, resilience, and unwavering commitment to sharing God's love are inspiring for all. This partnership makes a difference and provides hope for many!

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A Revival of Hope: Aweil Town Celebrates a Water Miracle

A revival of hope is underway in Aweil Town, South Sudan, based on the miracle of clean water for many. Bishop Garang Chan Majok shares the following.

The Apostle Paul’s words to the Philippians reflect our hearts perfectly-

“I thank my God every time I remember you. In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel.” – Philippians 1:3–5

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A Night of Blessing and Hope with Vulnerable Children in Punjab, Pakistan

We thank God that He continues to use us for His glory here in Punjab, Pakistan. Recently, we had the joy and privilege of visiting vulnerable children at night—a time when many of them feel the weight of hunger and loneliness most deeply.

We are continually inspired by the faithful leadership of Pastors Romaish and Salomi, who dedicate their lives to ministering to hundreds of children across Pakistan. Their compassion, resilience, and unwavering commitment to sharing God's love are inspiring for all.

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Food to Hope

Every day, 603 orphan children in Adoor receive a nutritious meal through our food program. At the same time, our faithful partners at Kids for the Kingdom provide daily meals to 546 additional vulnerable children in the same community. Together, we are reaching a total of 1,149 children with food they can count on—right at their local school.

“I am not sure that there is anything more important in our physical world than to feed hungry children. My desire is to feed them all… “, GO! Funding Partner

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Celebrating Love and Care with Vulnerable Children in Punjab, Pakistan

By the grace of God, we continue our heartfelt mission to serve the most vulnerable among us—the children of Punjab, Pakistan, who face hardship, neglect, or the absence of stable family care. Today, we would like to share a special moment that reflects our commitment to walking alongside these children with love and compassion.

We are continually inspired by the faithful leadership of Pastors Romaish and Salomi, who dedicate their lives to ministering to hundreds of children across Pakistan. Their compassion, resilience, and unwavering commitment to sharing God's love are inspiring for all.

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Bringing Light to the Brick Kilns of Punjab

Since 2023, we have had the incredible honor of partnering with Kids Kingdom Under Grace Ministry in Punjab, Pakistan—a ministry devoted to serving some of the most vulnerable children in the region.

We are continually inspired by the faithful leadership of Pastors Romaish and Salomi, who dedicate their lives to ministering to hundreds of children across Pakistan. Their compassion, resilience, and unwavering commitment to sharing God's love are nothing short of remarkable.

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“Rejoice in the Lord always! Again I will say: Rejoice!”

Paul writes these words from captivity, and yet he gives a powerful invitation to joy. It is deeply moving, because joy is not dependent on external circumstances, but is an inner state that we can achieve in the Lord.

We have been honored to serve with our local partners in Punjab, Pakistan, since 2023. By linking arms with a local team, we have been able to provide food aid to 100 orphan children in Punjab, Pakistan.

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Aweil Food Aid Road Map | South Sudan

We recently completed a process to determine how we might best meet the needs of orphan children in the Aweil area of South Sudan, where we currently feed 1,753 of these children. We are encouraged by all that has been accomplished within the Aweil Food Aid Mission Project since 2016. Within the process of considering our Road Map forward, we have an eye toward addressing current needs into the future.

“I am not sure that there is anything more important in our physical world than to feed hungry children. My desire is to feed them all… “

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A Message of Gratitude and Hope

Greetings from Aweil Town, South Sudan! My name is Jacob Kuel Akook, and I am the Head Teacher of Aweil Town Orphanage School. I am writing to extend my heartfelt gratitude for the generosity you have shown to our school and community.

Feed the hungry and help those in trouble. Then your light will shine out from the darkness, and the darkness around you will be as bright as noon. Isa 58.10

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The Challenges of Nutrition for Orphan Children in South Sudan

South Sudan is a country that gained independence in 2011, and where we have served alongside of Christ Mission to the World (CMW) since 2016. We work with CMW in five locations; four village schools, and one orphanage located at a Church, to feed 1,753 orphan children.

Feed the hungry and help those in trouble. Then your light will shine out from the darkness, and the darkness around you will be as bright as noon. Isa 58.10

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News From JOY Education Centre

At JOY Education Centre, the total student body numbers 84, with 23 of these students being orphan children. Since it is difficult to deny assistance to most of the children, GO!’s support for food for the children assist us in feeding all of the students. I am also honored to announce that our students scored above the Kenyan Education standards in all eleven categories measured.

Today, we are supporting 1,768 vulnerable children through our Nutrition Initiative in Africa & Asia. JOY Education Centre is located in Lucky Summer Estate -Nairobi, Kenya.

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ICS/Child Care Plus Mission Project | Stories of Impact

ICS/Child Care Plus Mission Project is an effort to allow orphan children to attend school regardless of resources. This work occurs at Mukumbi Secondary, Mukumbi Primary School, Lubinga Primary School, Shinda Primary School, and Shilenda Primary School in the North-Western Province of Zambia.

Thank you to all involved in providing hope for the future for these beautiful children.

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Sekota Orphans & Widows Project

Life Center Ethiopia serves orphans, widows, and vulnerable women and children in Ethiopia. They are dedicated to regenerating hope, establishing freedom, creating sustainable self-reliance, and ensuring self-esteem by supporting and empowering this sector of society.

We are honored that we can work with them to care for orphan children in Ethiopia.

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