Some of the most special people are the kids in China that I have watched grow up since 2005. Some have been adopted… some placed in Christian foster homes… and some have stayed in their orphanage.
Each summer when camp finishes we ask ourselves, “What’s next?” Was camp all there was? After asking myself that question four years in a row, I’m excited to tell you that I will be staying in China for 6 months to open what we are calling “The Ranch.” (homes for older orphans)
I’ll be living in an apartment with a Chinese intern and 1 or 2 boys from an orphanage.
Yikes! I have no idea what it’s going to be like to be responsible for 2 kids. But I think I’ll come home with a huge appreciation for all of you parents that are reading this.
One of the best parts is that we are making a documentary on the project. To catch all the “moments” :) check out our first update as we get ready to go: youtube.com/bringmehope
The main purpose for The Ranch is to meet an orphan’s 3 greatest needs: Jesus, Family, & Education. We’ll do that by mentoring them, sharing about our faith through relationship, and helping them with their education. Even though this program is for the Fall semester 2009, I hope to launch The Ranch as a year-round home for orphans in 2010.
I’m raising an extra $7,000 for the 6 months I’ll be in China. If you would be interested in sponsoring me that would be great. Or if you would like to pray for the project and follow the journey through our video updates you can subscribe at:
bringmehoperanch.blogspot.com
Have a great day! -David
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