In Moldova’s rural villages, mothers and grandmothers often bear the weight of their families on their shoulders. Many live in the shadows of hardship—poverty, loneliness, and the struggles that come from raising children in difficult circumstances. Yet, they press on with resilience, offering love, stability, and strength to their families. …
Christ is Risen!
By Vadim Fortuna, Moldova National Director This is the greeting shared across Moldova for forty days following Easter Sunday – a joyful proclamation that transcends mere words. “Christ is Risen!” is exchanged in place of the usual “Hello” or “Good morning,” and the customary response, “Truly, He is Risen!” is …
Breaking New Ground: JMI’s First Mission Trip to Western Amazonas
By Chris Hardy, Chief Program Officer If you look at most of the missionary work happening in the Amazon, it tends to happen within about 200 miles of Manaus. That’s kind of the hub for missions in the jungle. But as you start heading west, toward Tefé, the impact of …
Renewed Refugee Support in Moldova
When war first broke out in Ukraine, Moldova opened its borders—and its heart—to families fleeing for their lives. Mothers carrying infants. Grandparents who had never left their hometowns. Children with their only belongings in a small backpack. Hundreds of thousands poured in, hoping to find safety in a country already …
5 Tips to Be a More Consistent Letter Writer This Year
Letter writing is one of the most powerful ways to encourage and invest in the life of your sponsored child. Your words remind them they are loved, valued, and not forgotten. But let’s be honest—life gets busy, and it’s easy to let months slip by without sending a letter. If …
February 2025 Jungle Pastors’ Conference Recap
Written by Anna Townsend, Justice & Mercy Amazon Volunteer Staff We experienced our first of three Jungle Pastors’ Conferences of 2025 at the John Pac Center a couple of weeks ago! It was a special time as we welcomed 134 pastors and missionaries, young and old, from 66 villages across …
What You Can Expect to Experience on a Mission Trip to the Amazon
Towering jungle trees, stunning sunsets over the river, and the calls of exotic birds—there’s no place on earth quite like the Amazon. But beyond the breathtaking landscapes, the true heart of the Amazon lies in its people. Each year, U.S. mission teams travel into the jungle with Justice & Mercy …
6 Ways Letter Writing Benefits You and the Child You Sponsor
At JMI, we know that writing to your sponsored child is one of the best ways to build a meaningful connection. It’s more than just words on a page—it’s a way to share encouragement, joy, and the love of Christ. This simple act can have a lasting impact, not just …
What You Can Expect to Experience on a Mission Trip to Moldova
Vibrant rolling green hills, apple orchards as far as you can see, and vineyards aplenty. Drives through Moldova’s villages are stunning, but the real beauty is found in the people who live there. This past year, two of our Sponsorship Team members, Kelly and Emily, had the chance to visit …
Teen Spotlight: Alina
In this Q&A, Alina shares highlights of her experience in JMI’s Transitional Living Program. Currently in her second year of the program, she has shown herself to be incredibly responsible and hardworking. Her native language is Russian, but there were only Romanian-speaking groups for her to study in. So, she …