written by Mark Logan, Northgate Pastor, Batavia, NY (blog excerpt) “Once you choose hope, anything’s possible.” Christopher Reeve August 22, 2019 It’s about 6:15 a.m. the door to my room is open to the outdoors. I am listening to the wonderful birds of Africa wake the world. A group of people are tending to their … Read more
Alice Bland is one of the people who influenced my life. She made an incredible investment in my childhood through ICCM sponsorship. I am who I am today or will be in the future because of sponsorship. How splendid to have received my sponsor’s first photo together with her husband Charles! Our relationship was founded on encouraging … Read more
As the horrific events of April 1994 recede into the past for the rest of the world, Rwanda still remembers the Genocide every day. Such evil has rarely engulfed a nation. It cannot help but scar the soul of a people. Rwanda is on the long road back from that hellish time. For International Child … Read more
In Rwandan culture, children with mental disabilities are stigmatized. This program for special kids is one of a very few aimed at bringing out the best in mentally challenged children and teens. Their parents are supported and equipped for their care; students learn life skills and vocational skills (the young man pictured below sewed the … Read more
