Preparing hand-painted prayer reminders for our church

Our home was full of helping hands and willing hearts this weekend as members of our church came together to prepare hand-painted prayer reminders so that our church body can pray specifically for children who are in need of a safe and loving family.

We haven't officially kicked off the Orphan Care ministry, but rather reached out to families we know have a heart for caring for the orphan in some capacity. There were many new faces we didn't know because my partner leader invited her personal contacts. But it didn't matter that we seemed like a modge podge group because we had three connections that pulled us together instantly - Our love for God, for the orphan, and all members of the same church body.

Husbands claimed the first table of three for the project and worked hard hand painting shirts and pants for the clothespin dolls. We had a second table specifically focusing on hair, eyes, and skin tones, and a third table for the finishing details. I am so moved to see the organic desire of those in our church body to do something. The Orphan Care ministry will focus on community, education, and missions through our planned monthly meetings. Pray with me that we keep the momentum and families' hearts are tender and open to hear the Lord as he works in their lives to guide them in their role.