Children of Hope Prayer Needs for the Week of January 24

Praying for Children of Hope

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And I tell you, ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. Luke 11:9

Week of January 24 - 30

Bathsheba, Darion and Gracious joined our Kitalale home in July of 2019. The circumstances that brought them to our home were very difficult and left them with many physical and emotional challenges. We are excited to highlight their progress in this week's prayer email.

Bethsheba Age 7: We praise God that Bathsheba is making great progress in her physical and emotional health. Her walking has become more balanced with a natural cadence. She is generally happy and a smiley girl that is learning how to relate in a positive way with other children and the staff.

Please pray for academic progress as she has had no schooling up to this point. The aunties are working diligently to catch her up with hope that she can begin attending school this year.

Darrion Age 5: Darion came to us with significant physical delays and was unable to walk. We praise God that in November he took his first steps independently, with the children and staff cheering him on! Besides his fantastic physical progress Darion has also come a long way socially, becoming a favorite among the children, enjoying the company of anyone and everyone.

Please pray that Darion's physical progress will continue through therapy and the love and care of the staff. He has come a long way, but still has a long road ahead of him. Also pray for continued healing and adjustment for him through all of the changes he's experienced these past 9 months.

Gracious 7 months: Gracious was only 1 month old when she came to us. She is developing into a healthy and happy baby that is getting ready to crawl. She loves the aunties and the other children at the home.

Please pray that she will grow to have a strong relationship with the Lord. Also pray that her bond with her brother and sister stays strong and gives her a sense of belonging and family as she grows up.

Special Requests

Samson (Administrator at Kikuyu Home) and his wife had a baby girl named Leticia on December 26th. Praise for her safe arrival and prayers for them as they adjust and enjoy their new life as a family.
Wilson (Bus Driver at Kikuyu Home) and his wife had a baby boy last week. They now have 3 boys. Praise for his safe arrival and prayers for them as they adjust to another member in their family.
In Kenya, the new school year starts in January. All classes for the children started January 4th. Please pray for a smooth transition back to school for everyone. After such a long break for COVID-19, they will be doing a lot of catch up this year therefore they will have shorter breaks than usual. Pray for the kids to be focused and have endurance in their studies.
Pray for a hedge of protection around our children and staff as they stay safe from the COVID-19 virus. So far there have been no cases in either of our homes.

Please pray for the children in our Kikuyu and Kitalale homes in the following ways:

Pray for their spiritual growth and that the seeds planted in their hearts by the Word of God will grow and flourish
Pray for good physical health and growth as well as protection from disease/sickness
Pray for determination and a strong work ethic in school
Pray for healthy emotional growth, increased self confidence and healing from any past traumas

Please pray for the staff in the following ways:

Pray for wisdom as they make decisions on behalf of the children and the ministry
Pray for physical and spiritual protection for them and their families
Pray for a strong connection of love and care between the Kenyan staff and the children

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