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Sponsor Spotlight: The McFarland Family

Keith and Merari McFarland are not only sponsors, they are JMI volunteers. They use remote working to their advantage, spending much of their time on the road enjoying RV life. As they travel they often speak at churches and Bible studies and advocate for JMI. The McFarland family currently has …

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What Christmas Looks Like for Kids in Moldova

Written by Jennifer Sevier, Sponsor and JMI Moldova Volunteer Christmas is a widely celebrated holiday for Christians in every corner of the globe. While the central meaning of the holiday remains the same for believers of all cultures, the traditions and celebrations vary greatly around the world. Perhaps you’ve wondered …

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Ala’s Story of Belonging

During Ala’s childhood in Moldova, she saw violence, alcoholism, and fractured relationships. For her physical protection, she was separated from her siblings and placed in an orphanage.  If she had one word to describe her life there, it would be “hopeless.”  “I felt like I was truly alone in this …

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Cosme’s Story of Faith

Each year, the Amazon River rises more than 30 feet throughout the rainy season from December to May, displacing upwards of 70,000 families. Homes, crops, and belongings are submerged or washed away, as families evacuate to higher ground for safety. The floodwaters also hamper transportation, isolating villages from crucial services …

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Your To-Go Box Can Change Everything

Written by: Sarah Rodrigues |  JMA National Director “…You give them something to eat.” – Jesus How hard would be for you to imagine someone who has never celebrated Thanksgiving? Or a person who has never tasted the irresistible flavor of stuffing, or a juicy turkey, and, of course, that …

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Marcos’ Story of Courage

Through the end of 2023, we’ll share stories from the past 15 years of ministry. It’s our way of remembering all God has done and encouraging us for what’s ahead. We invite you to read, watch, and pray about how you could be involved in investing in the future of …

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Sponsor Spotlight: Mike Burchett

Mike Burchett has been to Moldova with JMI many times. He’s a frequent face on the Rolling Hills Community Church team that helps run summer camps for kids in Carpineni. Mike currently sponsors Nicoleta in Moldova, pictured above in 2023. He and his wife and daughter live in Franklin, Tennessee. …

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Lazaro’s Story of Redemption

Through the end of 2023, we’ll share stories from the past 15 years of ministry. It’s our way of remembering all God has done and encouraging us for what’s ahead. We invite you to read, watch, and pray about how you could be involved in investing in the future of …

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Tanea’s Story of Hope

At two years old, Tanea was brought to an orphanage in Moldova. Tanea’s mother had left her and her siblings, and their father could not afford to take care of them. She ended up living there for 11 years. At the orphanage, Tanea stayed in a room with 10-15 other …

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Clarinha’s Story of Strength

Through the end of 2023, we’ll share stories from the past 15 years of ministry. It’s our way of remembering all God has done and encouraging us for what’s ahead. We invite you to read, watch, and pray about how you could be involved in investing in the future of …

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