Heroes

The Chinese Christian Church of Milsons Point, Sydney, Australia is made up of heroes -  but they would probably tell you the real heroes are the children and foster parents pictured above. Each smiling adult is a native of Xining city, Qinghai province,  and is a foster parent to one or more of our children.  Fostering  children,  let alone handicapped children in a remote province like Qinghai, is a daily struggle. Yet for five years this Australian Church has done their all to make it just a little easier.

Last week I got to visit the Chinese Christian Church in  Sydney for the very first time.  What a wonderful experience !   The reason for my Australia trip was to spread the word about the  abandoned children we serve and seek others to partner with us.  In serving orphans  this church has not only been sending volunteers to China and helping foster parents, but was now helping me get the word out in Australia !

There are many fabulous things that came out of the trip.   I was touched by the generous, kind and committed service from everyone at the church.   I was also moved when catching up with friends and my old pastor from my days in Liverpool, Charles Cheung,  all of whom expressed a sincere interest in the children.   In addition it was so satisfying to meet with representatives from the Cochlear company and thank them personally for their generosity.  It is  because of their  innovative work  and generosity that  little three-year old Xiao Shan,  will be able to enjoy  the gift of hearing for the rest of her life.

What began as a dream twelve years ago in which God called Christian Action to help abandoned babies in a remote corner of China,  has now grown into an exciting worldwide linking of caring people !     I'm thrilled  that more and more people are committing themselves to helping every day.   Please share with me in helping  these heroic foster parents and children.  You can use the buttons to subscribe,  email this out to everyone you know and to donate !   Thank-you !



Next week:  The magic moment for Xiao Shan – the switching on of her bionic ear!