Catherine's father frequently yelled at her, accusing her of being a fool for following God. In the midst of his anger and harsh words she found comfort and love through the letters of her sponsor.
As a young boy, Tertus battled asthma. His mother used all the family's money for his diagnosis and struggled to get him proper treatment. When she registered her son at a Compassion-assisted child development center, they found hope and health.
Dealing with the loss of a job and an abandoned husband, Zainabu was unable to provide for her daughters. With the help of the church and Compassion they have been given opportunity for health, education, spiritual growth and a bright future.
For Sylah and her family, the story of Job has been manifest in their lives — both the joy and the tragedy. But with the help of Compassion, Sylah's family learned to have faith in God.
Macuta was 9 when she was diagnosed with cancer. With the help of her community, the Lord, and Compassion's Complementary Interventions fund Macuta is now a healthy young girl.
