World Vision

Since my time in Latvia & Russia, there has been stirring within me a love and compassion for Eastern European countries that rivals that of my love for South & Central America. When the husband I began researching sponsoring a child, one of things we looked for was the ability to do so in a region often times overlooked. I’ve often felt guilty that my heart is not burdened for Africa or Asia to the same extent of those around me. However, I find comfort in knowing that, just perhaps, it’s all a part of a greater plan. Because if everyone was only fighting over Kenya or China, pleading for those in Uganda or Ecuador, India or Ethiopia, what would become of the rest of those in need? 

After much research, prayer, and discussion, the husband and I chose to work through World Vision and sponsor a precious little girl in Romania that we could watch grow up. Read more about their mission and their impact throughout the world to see a glimpse of why we chose them.

Meet Timea Maria. Is she not the most precious little girl? She is the very real representation  of all the girls I have connected with in my mission experiences. How I long to be able to meet her one day. Play dress up with fun headbands and play silly games of chase and kickball. To show her that our love is far deeper than simply sending gifts to her and her small village. But until that time, we will continue to love her from a distance. To consider her a part of our family and cover her in prayer. And to advocate and share not only her story, but that of her community, and all of those in need of support, in hopes of spreading the gospel just that much farther.