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November 13, 2024

US Travels | CEA Oct-Nov 2024 Newsletter


Red Boiling Springs church of Christ visit Oct-Nov 2024
Red Boiling Springs church of Christ visit Oct-Nov 2024.

Gigi and I are currently traveling across the U.S. to report to churches and meet with our donors and sponsors.

We are incredibly grateful for the opportunities we are given to share updates on our mission efforts and to connect with child sponsors and supporters.

West Fayetteville church of Christ visit Oct-Nov 2024
West Fayetteville church of Christ visit, Oct-Nov 2024.

Lafayette church of Christ visit Oct-Nov 2024
Lafayette church of Christ visit.

During our trip, we are visiting congregations that are already supporting us, as well as giving presentations at churches we haven’t visited before.

Each location has been encouraging, as we have received warm receptions, kind words, and generous donations to help us in this mission.

Conway church of Christ visit Oct-Nov 2024
Conway church of Christ visit.

Creekside church of Christ visit Oct-Nov 2024
Creekside church of Christ visit.

Blue Ridge church of Christ visit Oct-Nov 2024
Blue Ridge church of Christ visit.

We will return to the Philippines on December 10. Please keep us in your prayers for safe travels and open hearts to help the children of CEA.

Bethlehem church of Christ visit Oct-Nov 2024
Bethlehem church of Christ visit, Oct-Nov 2024.

Ooltewah church of Christ visit Oct-Nov 2024
Ooltewah church of Christ visit.

Liberty church of Christ visit Oct-Nov 2024
Liberty church of Christ visit.

 

Construction Update – Staff/Visitor Housing

Staff-Visitor housing construction - Nov 2024

Construction of our Staff/visitor housing is progressing well. The septic tank has been built, the walls are complete, and the bond beams poured in preparation for the roof structure installation.

Architectural rendering of CEA Visitor and Staff Building
Architectural rendering of the proposed CEA Visitor and Staff Building.

We plan to begin building the trusses and roof installation upon our return to the Philippines following our US travels.

 

Is it Failure or Success?

The goal of every child admitted to CEA is to help them achieve success in life and foster a relationship with God.

While this is a challenging process, there are times when we may not reach our objectives with every child.

This may occur if a child struggles to adapt to the facility, is unwilling to follow rules and regulations, or faces mental or emotional challenges that are difficult to resolve and result in impacting other residents in the facility.

We are committed to addressing the problems and issues that children face, which may jeopardize their ability to remain in our care.

However, some children struggle to adapt or engage in ways that lead us to discharge them from the facility.

It is disheartening when individuals who could benefit significantly from assistance refuse to take an active role in accepting that help.

The old saying, “You can only help those who help themselves,” remains true. It is a two-way street.

We must focus on children who are willing and committed to pursuing their dreams and goals in life and continue to support them in their efforts in whatever ways we can.

Watching them grow and mature is priceless, as we know that without our help, their chances of achieving the same level of success would be unrealistic.

We want to express our gratitude to all our child sponsors for their generosity in helping these children.

Please remember that even if not every child fits our definition of a “success story,” we are making a positive impact on their lives.

 

Psalms 1:1-3

1Blessed is the man
Who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly,
Nor stands in the path of sinners,
Nor sits in the seat of the scornful;
2But his delight is in the law of the LORD,
And in His law he meditates day and night.
3He shall be like a tree
Planted by the rivers of water,
That brings forth its fruit in its season,
Whose leaf also shall not wither;
And whatever he does shall prosper.

 
 
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Ronald and Gigi Brown

Casa Esperanza of Angels
PHILIPPINE MISSION INC.
Tanjay City, Philippines

October-November 2024 Newsletter
Volume 10 Issue 116

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