Today I was listening to a radio station. And they were speaking about supporting the children of Mozambique. I was touched when the speaker spoke of the children and how God would actually curse those who rejected the cry of the poor. I can't remember what scripture he was quoting... but I thought "Wow! I want to help the poor but how am I doing it?" I've helped out at shelters some but I want to do soo much more.
I think about the different countries I've been where I've encountered the poor and their stories. One of those places was Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. I read a book about the Favelas. It was soo disheartening and alarming what the people in the Favelas must live in. I didn't go into the favelas but I did see them from far off. The people who live there are stuck in a horrible poverty cycle that is almost impossible to escape. I was talking to a friend who helps orphans from Favelas go to school. She and her husband are Brazilian but live in the states and have a company that works out of Brazil but they also work in the U.S. I wanted to do something to be a part... I have the option of paying $38.00 to support a child as well as the opportunity to tell everyone I know about this need. If you get the chance check out this website.
There are soo many places, people, and causes to stand up for to contribute to. This is just one young woman's wish for you to check this one out and ask you if you would like to help if you can.
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