Comments on: A little aftershock

By: Charlene Austin (Willow01)

Charlene Austin (Willow01) — Fri, 28 Nov 2008 20:03:57 +0000

I am crying now too! I found about this organization and the bloggers trip from Pioneer Womans. I want to sponser a child but how do I decide what country and which child? That’s too hard for me to decide on my own and I would love to know if you have a suggestion on that.

By: Elizabeth

Elizabeth — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 02:50:15 +0000

Is she an orphan? Can you adopt her? If so, sounds like God put adoption in your heart!

I just want to remind everyone that the US is not one of the wealthiest nations in the world, the US infant mortality rate is terrible. The gap between rich and poor is large, you don’t have to travel far to find poverty. There is still much to do here at home as well, especially with todays economy. Here is another great cause, right here in the US: The Harlem Children’s Zone http://www.hcz.org/

By: lauradodson

lauradodson — Sun, 23 Nov 2008 20:02:55 +0000

How can you help this girl where she is? If she isn’t up for adoption, what can you do? Prayer, for sure. Does she have a sponsor already? Can she use extra mail, packages, etc. from someone like yourself? Pray about what the Lord would have you do for her.

By: groovyoldlady

groovyoldlady — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 20:02:41 +0000

My husband has been to Haiti five times. After the first trip he literally could not talk for a week because he was so moved.

Now, we support our sweetheart, little Pinky (yes, that’s really her name) in India. I really hope someday to go visit her and her family.

Through Compassion and through World Vision – which has some totally rocking ideas for Christmas shopping, like buying livestock for a poor family – we can help one child and/or one family at a time.

By: Cynthia

Cynthia — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 04:52:06 +0000

Did you tell her “yes”? If not I have to tell you there are so many in the country of Haiti right next door to her who would love to join your family. My two youngest came to live with us 10 years ago from Haiti. What a blessing they are!!!

I’m praying for you, Melanie, as God softens your heart and shows you what He has for you to do. On the Christmas and gifts issue I’m working on that, too. Our pastor just preached a series called “Radical” and I don’t know what we’re going to do about gift buying this year. We’re praying for guidance!

Thanks for being so transparent!!!

By: Jmom

Jmom — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 02:37:12 +0000

I am not sure if you will see this after all the other comments, but working with the children’ home I am involved in then coming back to my nice home and well-loved children is a contant source of tension in mylife…then I log on and shop JCrew’s big sale to forget about it. (I wish I were being funny)
So, all I have for you is a sincere “I am praying for you.” I think God wants us to hold the tension of those two words–to really GET it–and share like you just did to encourage others to step out and “get it” a little more, too.

By: Lelia Chealey

Lelia Chealey — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 20:15:09 +0000

Oh my goodness, this post has really touched my heart. This summer at She Speaks I signed up to sponsor Milena. Beautiful little girl and I have yet to write her. That will all change now thanks to you sharing your heart. “I haven’t had time” is a selfish excuse. Especially for someone who professes a love for writing.
Thank you!

By: Danielle

Danielle — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 19:19:08 +0000

Perhaps, is the good Lord calling you to adopt one of those precious children that have found their way into your heart? What seems insurmountable, unfathomable, and “just not your cup of tea” is many times just what God has planned for your life.

Because he’s cool like that.

By: Amy from Texas

Amy from Texas — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 16:49:46 +0000

Oh, what a touching post! I feel the same way even though I didn’t get to go on a Compassion tour. What makes me feel better is to dive into helping others. I started a charity toy drive at my church to help the needy in our community. It’s sad because I’ve had people actually say to my face that kids in America get too much so they won’t give a toy! These are immigrant children who’s parents are out of work. I hope your stories reach people who have a selfish attitude this season, especially highschool kids. Keep spreading your message. We love you for that!!

If anyone is interested in helping a poor community in the Dallas area. Please click here:
http://www.livinglocurto.com/?p=1060

By: Stephanie from MO

Stephanie from MO — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 15:11:44 +0000

You do not even know how many times in the last couple of weeks I have thought the same thing. I stood in Old Navy recently–just out looking–but I stopped and looked around as I stood in the toddler boys section. Before me were racks and racks JAM PACKED with clothing–some brand new, some “discounted”. I couldn’t help but be disgusted as I thougth about the Compassion children and other countries who struggle with poverty–who wear our “donated” clothing. Here, in America, we have a sickening amount of wealth–even though we are in a “finacial crisis”. I felt so convicted. We participate in Operation Christmas Child every year–where you fill a shoebox with inexpensive toys, toiletries, etc and the boxes are sent to third world countries and given to children on Christmas. I absolutely LOVE filling boxes every year–just thinking of the great joys they will have at the simple items placed in these boxes. Every year, I have to tell myself to stop–only so much can fit in a box. This year we watched a short video on Operation Christmas Child to help relay what we’re doing to our two boys. We thought it might help them if they SAW real kids opening their boxes. I bawled the whole way through the video–they were so full of joy at what they received–yet I found myself thinking…’I could have done so much more! Doing OCC and reading your info on Compassion has made me more aware of our abundance and I am humbled. I enjoyed your posts on Compassion and I really want to make that part of our new year. We serve an awesome God…let us come before His throne with thanksgiving and grace.