South Sudan has over 250,000 orphans as a
result of 50 years of civil war.
Impending famine is just one problem wreaking havoc across the country. Getting involved in the lives of South Sudan’s orphans doesn’t necessarily flying to the capital city of Juba and crossing "the pond" of the Atlantic.
You can help to make it all happen...
The conflict, harsh weather conditions and evacuation of communities has made it incredibly difficult to access clean water. The fighting has made it difficult to get to water, and heavy rains have contaminated the supply. Prior to the conflict access to clean water in some areas of the country was already difficult.
Here are five ways that you can get involved today!
- Learn:
Visit websites such as USAID and Joshua Project which provide a good overview of life in South Sudan. Also, dig in to a good Bible study focused on God’s heart for the nations. You can respond best when the Holy Spirit guides you in light of His priorities. - Pray:
For children in war-torn nations, there is often no safety net. Intense hunger, disease and civil war loom large all around them. South Sudanese orphans need Christians to intercede on their behalf. Prayer is their lifeline. Village Help Foundation provides a monthly list of needs on this website. Thanks for joining us in this vital activity! - Share:
Pass along your interest in helping the orphans of South Sudan to your contacts on social media. As you glean facts from the Village Help Foundation or news sources, seek to involve your friends through your normal communication channels. - Give:
"The generous will themselves be blessed, for they share their food with the poor" (Proverbs 22:9). Check our urgent needs list for priority resources needed to transport, equip and enroll students in Christian primary, secondary or post-secondary schools in Uganda. - Encourage:
Inform the leadership of your church, school or small group how they can pray and become a financial partner with Village Help Foundation. Our scholarship program provides for the year-round Christian education, transportation and housing/board needs of students. Click the contact link to request more information about scholarships.
Thanks for taking a step towards empowering orphans of South Sudan to be the leaders of East Africa tomorrow!