by April Jurgensen | Sep 2, 2019 | Crossing Cultures, India, Prayer
We’ve come to expect it every time we travel to India. It’s usually on day three, though we’ve heard it as early as day two or as late as day four. At some point in this window, one of our new short-termers will comment on the disparity, the contrasts that compose the... 
by April Jurgensen | Aug 26, 2019 | Prayer
This week some of our staff members are in Kenya! As you know, we have launched our Homes Campaign and you have played a huge part in funding the foundation of the home. This week, we are in Kenya, working on some parts of this project and we need your prayers! Would... 
by April Jurgensen | Jul 1, 2019 | Orphan Care Issues, Prayer
Let me start by saying that I’m not anti-Wikipedia. While I recognize it’s become the brunt of a few jokes and probably shouldn’t be relied upon as the most authoritative voice on all topics, it has its place. For example, when you’re in a hurry and just want a quick... 
by April Jurgensen | May 6, 2019 | Prayer
With Easter behind us on the calendar, it’s easy to move on to other events and projects. The sacrifices of Lent are completed (whether or not successfully), the ham has been eaten, and the celebration has concluded. We’ve returned from family gatherings and our pants... 
by April Jurgensen | Apr 1, 2019 | Prayer, Updates
Have you ever secretly wondered if God had gone on vacation? You keep sending up prayers, but heaven’s hollow silence refuses to reply. Maybe you picture Him somewhere off-duty, a lei around His neck, while you wrestle to face hardship alone.Or maybe you see the... 
by April Jurgensen | Mar 4, 2019 | Prayer, Updates
It’s been nearly two months now since one of our Indian house parents was headed to the Department of Children’s Welfare, preparing to make a case to keep the boys in his care. As we prayed for him, I kept asking the Lord to help the official see that this man served... 
by April Jurgensen | Feb 4, 2019 | Prayer, Updates
One thing people quickly notice when getting to know me is that I am a question asker by nature. I ask questions because I believe that questions will lead to gaining more knowledge and/or a better understanding. But lately, I have found that there is one question... 
by Guest Author | Jan 14, 2019 | Prayer, Updates
This summer, we welcomed Michaela Shake onto our staff as director of India ministries. I thought the following article she wrote was a fabulous way to introduce her to you. Enjoy reading about her contagious passion for orphans! -April Jurgensen... 
by April Jurgensen | Jan 7, 2019 | Ministry, Prayer, Russia, Short-Term Missions, Updates
Grey. Gloomy. Quiet. These are some of the ways that I envisioned Russia. Coming off of Soviet ruling in the 1990s, Russia was far from a place of boisterous joy and modern amenities and I assumed that not much had changed in 28 years. I heard stories that made... 
by Guest Author | Sep 3, 2018 | Prayer
As followers of Jesus, I am positive that we have all been in seasons of life that feel indescribably heavy. More times than not, when you’re facing circumstances that seem so overwhelmingly impossible to fix or change. . .when you feel powerless. . .a dear brother or... 