As we join together to raise money for the Rapha school and orphanage, I wanted you to hear directly from the children who have been impacted by Rapha's founder (Ruth) and the ministry there:

My parents both died, leaving me in
charge of my siblings.  I didn't know what to do until my auntie told me
to come to Rapha because she heard of a lady that helps orphans and
kids that are poor.  I came to Rapha and asked for a lady named "Ruth" and she asked me why and after I told
her my story she said "I am Ruth, and we will help you"
.
 
I would probably be dead from if it weren't for Rapha caring
for me my whole life.
 
I am so thankful for Rapha, they have taught me about God's love and loved me as their own!!

These are quotes from children who have been given a hope and a future. One of them now works for a television company in Uganda. Another works for an AIDS organization. It is possible to redeem orphans from their earthly circumstances.Together we can say to the 357 orphans served at Rapha: "We are HopeChest, and we will help you!" Thank you so much for your generosity and support

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