Not even a pane of glass was broken at our New Horizons project in Lebanon
Following the recent ceasefire in Lebanon, we are delighted to let you know that all of our staff and children have been able to safely return to our New Horizons project in Sidon, southern Lebanon.
Incredibly, nothing had been damaged or looted – not even a broken window!
This is amazing answered prayer, given how close some of the bombs were and how much looting there had been. (The window at the end of the table is one of those on the balcony circled).
The children were overjoyed to be back and had a special meal to celebrate the re-opening.
Thanks to all of you who so kindly gave to our recent Lebanon Crisis Appeal, we were also able to provide support to some of their families whose homes had been damaged, some of which are now just a pile of rubble.
Your kind support enabled us to provide them with mattresses, food parcels and more. We are so grateful for standing with us at such a difficult time.
Even amidst the most challenging circumstances, God's blessings continue to enrich our work in Lebanon, including our outreach activities with mothers.
This was evident in our recent "Couples' Night," which attracted an impressive gathering of 50 couples. They joined us to play games, listen to messages, and enjoy time together. It's often difficult to engage fathers, so their significant presence was very heartening.
It's remarkable that, in a place often overshadowed by despair, God is instilling light, hope, and joy in the lives of many.
We are truly grateful for your role in this through your unwavering prayers and support. Thank you!
Please continue to pray:
- For all of the vulnerable children we serve there and their families, as well as our staff. For their ongoing safety and that old traumas will not be re-opened.
- That the ceasefire will hold and an end to the troubles in Gaza and the Middle East.
- For wisdom for Denise and her team, especially how we can best respond to ongoing needs.
- For the continued safety for all of the children we serve, their families and our staff.
- For blessing on our work in Lebanon, both at New Horizons and at our 'Dar el Awlad' project further north in Beirut. In particular, our outreach activity with the mums and more recently, the dads as well.
“He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart.” Psalm 91:4
Posted on January 22nd 2025
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