WORLD ORPHANS provides homes, not orphanages. We acknowledge that there are many multi-faceted elements required in the successful rescue and restoration of orphaned and abandoned children.
WORLD ORPHANS’ indigenous church partners are required to meet the following needs in their church-based children’s homes:
Physical Needs
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A warm, comfortable shelter protected from the elements
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A safe home, free of abuse and exploitation
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Nutritious food and clean water
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Wash facilities and toilets
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Medical care and health/hygiene training
Emotional Needs
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A compassionate family environment
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Loving supervision, discipline and guidance
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Christian counseling and advice
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Integration with the community – a sense of connection
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Caring relationships based on love, trust and respect
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Rebuilding of self-esteem and hope
Educational Needs
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Well-rounded learning, including moral and ethics instruction
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Commitment to elementary through secondary education
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Christian counseling and advice
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Vocational skills and specialized training
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Transitional preparation (for those ‘graduating’ from the home)
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Vocational ministry training if desired
Spiritual Needs
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Church-based homes of prayer, teaching, worship and fellowship
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The Gospel message of salvation
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Christian counseling and advice
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New identity in Christ
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Discipleship: Biblical instruction, example and application
