JMI is looking for a Transitional Living sponsor for Mihaela Lacatus. Mihaela (pronounced Me-hi-yela), began her life in Moldova as the daughter of a loving father and mother, in a home she remembers as loving and understanding. When she was three years old, however, her father died. Faced with this loss …
A Thrill of Hope, the Weary World Rejoices!
Merry Christmas, JMI Family! From our staff in Moldova, The Amazon, and the U.S., we wish you and yours a Merry Christmas and a blessed New Year! We celebrate and rejoice in the arrival of the baby boy who came to make all things new. We are so grateful for …
She Told Me Jesus Also Came for the Blind
“She told me also that Jesus came for the blind.” These are the words of Daniel, a jungle pastor serving in one of the most remote areas of the world: the banks of the mighty Amazon River. Until very recently, Daniel did not know how to read or write, yet …
How an Orphan can Say, “God is on my Side”
If you’ve ever wanted to play a significant role in rebuilding a broken, but infinitely valuable life, consider that of Oleg Potiomchin. Oleg’s Story Oleg was a “village boy,” which is a quick indicator that his family was very likely to be poor, scratching out just enough from the land to …
There is More Than Beauty in the Eye of the Beholder
There is More Than Beauty in the Eye of the Beholder “When Jesus therefore saw his mother, and the disciple standing by, whom he loved, he saith unto his mother, Woman, behold thy son. Then saith he to the disciple, Behold thy mother! And from that hour that disciple took …
Caring for the Forgotten Daily
Caring for the Forgotten Daily In Carpineni, Moldova: As the temperatures drop in Moldova, the vulnerable children and families we serve are preparing for the harsh winter ahead. So many of them simply do not have the resources to properly heat or insulate their homes against the frigid temperatures that …
Christmas in Moldova
I wonder how Jesus feels about the way we celebrate his birthday? From the little I know and the little more I might guess, I’m thinking our Lord is always appreciative for every sincere acknowledgement of who he is and what he has done. For instance, I suspect he enjoys …
3 Quick Updates from JMI!
A Christmas to Remember in Moldova This Christmas was a rich time with dear ones in Moldova. Our teams from the U.S. were able to visit nearly a dozen villages and orphanages around the country. Being with the poor and vulnerable during the Christmas season is a reminder of just …
Not Forgotten in Falesti
When Falesti Shelter closed its doors some time ago, many of the children that JMI served through our sponsorship program were displaced. Some had relatives they could live with, others were taken in by families of friends. Often, these families, though they care deeply for the kids in their care, find …
A Greater Hope for Ana
On May 25, just weeks ago, Ana celebrated her birthday for the first time in her life. She was turning 17. At this age, she has faced more hard times than many of us will face in a lifetime. Ana is one of six children, whose mother is an alcoholic and …











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