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A New Way to Walk

Written on September 2nd, 2013 by
Categories: Community Development

haiti girlRosemann, now 5 years old, was born with hemimelia (absence of part of her lower leg), a condition requiring prosthesis intervention with or without amputation. Fortunately, her mother is very engaged with her and determined for her to live as …

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Inspiring Children and New Parents

Written on August 27th, 2013 by
Categories: Community Development

classroomThe Covenant Church of Colombia is helping to build better futures for children and new parents. Community members helped to turn a neighborhood building into an early education center where young children gather to learn while their parents are at …

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Fishing for Bright Futures

Written on August 26th, 2013 by
Categories: Community Development

IMG_1529Every three months, community members in Northern Thailand harvest red tilapia fish. These fish are then divided into three size categories and supplied to fish farmers. The largest fish are sold to cage fish farmers, mostly located on the Ping …

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Kansas Youth Raise Funds for OK Tornado Relief

Written on August 19th, 2013 by
Categories: Disaster Relief

Throughout the year, youth at The Journey (Evangelical Covenant) Church typically have fundraisers to help raise support for upcoming events such as CHIC or group retreats. When the youth group (called SWAG, “Saved With Amazing Grace”), learned about the devastation …

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Growing Christian Community in Monterrey, Mexico

Written on August 14th, 2013 by
Categories: Community Development

In Monterrey, Mexico, the Evangelical Covenant Church ministers to individuals, couples, and families through the Foundation for Family Development (FDF). FDF provides a safe space to gather as a community and learn from one another. Ten years ago, Lucia and …

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