Abel's Story
Abel has grown up fast to survive the harsh reality of his life. At home, he cares for his six-year-old brother and his two-year-old baby...
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Open Arms International
- May 17, 2022
- 1 min
Mama Lucy
At Open Arms, sustainability is help that creates forward movement. It's a hand up, not a handout. Here's what that looks like for Mama...
Open Arms International
- May 12, 2022
- 1 min
I Want To Be a Teacher
"I want to be a teacher when I grow up." said Mercy, when asked about her dreams. Mercy attends Open Arms Academy on scholarship through...
Open Arms International
- May 3, 2022
- 1 min
Zawadi's Story
A couple of months ago, I told you about February on the Floor, a campaign to provide beds for kids sleeping on the ground or in other...
Open Arms International
- Apr 28, 2022
- 1 min
Godwin & Dennis' Story
Two years ago, brothers Godwin, age six, and Dennis, age four, were living a nightmare. Their father was abusive and their mother had...
Open Arms International
- Apr 20, 2022
- 1 min
Jane & Joseph's Story
In December 2016, residents of a Kenyan village alerted the local chief about their growing concern for 16-month-old twins, Jane and...
Open Arms International
- Apr 14, 2022
- 1 min
Ezra's Story
Abandoned in a maize field only hours after his birth, Ezra was discovered by a young girl and taken to the police station. He was...
Open Arms International
- Apr 11, 2022
- 1 min
Happy Easter from Romania!
Greetings from Denisa Care Center in Romania! I am so excited to share with you that we are now serving nearly 40 children from families...
Open Arms International
- Apr 4, 2022
- 1 min
Results Are In!
A few weeks ago I asked you to pray for the eigth grade students who were facing a big challenge- their placement exam for high school....
Open Arms International
- Mar 29, 2022
- 1 min
Surprise Visit
Recently, during the Open Arms Academy school holiday, the children had a surprise visit from staff members of a local supermarket. In...
brittany1838
- Dec 28, 2021
- 1 min
Babies
It seems to always happen this way. Not just one baby, but multiple babies arrive at Open Arms Village about the same time. This time,...
brittany1838
- Dec 20, 2021
- 1 min
Merry Christmas!
From all of the children and staff of Open Arms Village, Krismasi ya furaha! And from the US staff to you and your family, Merry...
Open Arms International
- Dec 15, 2021
- 2 min
Gift of Hope
I want to tell you about Martin, one of the children who attends Open Arms Academy on scholarship. Recently, as the outreach team visited...
brittany1838
- Dec 7, 2021
- 2 min
The Power of the Gospel
I want to tell you about Kenny, an 11 year old boy who attends Open Arms Academy on scholarship. Kenny lives with his younger siblings...
brittany1838
- Nov 11, 2021
- 1 min
Look What You've Done!
I am so thrilled to give you this update! Thanks to you, Open Arms Village will continue to welcome children in desperate need of a safe...
brittany1838
- Oct 20, 2021
- 1 min
Crawl, Walk, Run
I want to tell you about Faith. She is such a resiliant little girl! I hope you enjoy her story below. She is the reason that Open Arms...
brittany1838
- Sep 28, 2021
- 1 min
Your Church Is Invited
I want to share an exciting opportunity for your church to participate in a global prayer event for orphans. I made a quick video about...
Open Arms International
- Sep 23, 2021
- 1 min
Saving Lives In Kenya
Your gifts rescue children and help the community surrounding Open Arms Village. And more more help is needed now. The children and...
brittany1838
- Aug 18, 2021
- 2 min
Creative Minds
Today I want to tell you about some amazing kids and their creative work through the Social Enterprise club at Open Arms Academy. There...
brittany1838
- Jul 20, 2021
- 1 min
To Be A Child
When I think of childhood, thoughts of carefree summers, playing with friends, making up games and eating ice cream fill my mind. But,...
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