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Be inspired by stories of reckless faith from around the world. These stories encourage us to keep going, to never give up, until every child is known and loved.
October 28, 2021 All • Haiti • Hope Program • Inspirational Living • Stories

Equipped for Their Futures

Haiti has suffered great turmoil in the last several months. Political unrest, COVID breakouts, the president’s assassination, tropical storms, and a sizable earthquake have made day-to-day life difficult and unpredictable. For students across the country, navigating educational changes in the midst of these challenges has caused stress. A young man in the Haiti Hope Program… Read more

by Steph Duff
October 21, 2021 All • Inspirational Living • Mexico • Stories

A Special Place for Everyone

Pacific Christian Academy, the Back2Back-run, trauma-informed school in Mazatlan, recently celebrated its first round of graduates. The school has become a safe space for students to learn and also grow emotionally with the help and guidance of their teachers. As the school begins to grow and students flourish within, staff are continually looking for ways… Read more

by Steph Duff
October 18, 2021 All • Inspirational Living • Nigeria • Partner Children's Home • Stories

Lifting Each Other Up

A partnering children’s home in Nigeria is a home built on family-style care. Directors Katharina and her husband, Israel, look at each child in their home as their own. They live by example, supporting each other, and have set an example for the children to consider one another.  This summer two of the older boys… Read more

by Steph Duff
October 18, 2021 All • India • Inspirational Living • Stories

Striving for Success

Suhani* has lived on the Back2Back campus for eight years. To those who don’t know her well, she comes across as quiet, but inquisitive. Her soft spoken nature requires visitors and friends, alike, to lean close to hear what she has to say, but like so many who speak softly and sparingly, what she does… Read more

by Steph Duff
October 14, 2021 All • Hope Program • Inspirational Living • Mexico • Stories

Compassion for the World Around Them

In August, Hope Program students participated in activities designed to strengthen their care and awareness towards nature and animals. Rapaz Rescue Foundation, dedicated to rescuing wild birds at risk and located in Veracruz, led a video conference with the students. They introduced them to a rescued eagle, explaining the  biology of the birds, as well… Read more

by Steph Duff
October 14, 2021 All • Hope Program • Inspirational Living • Mexico • Stories

Learning to Care for Others

“SURPRIIIIIIISE!” The teen girls yelled gleefully as Rosa Porto, Back2Back staff, walked into the room. Her eyes lit up with excitement as the teen girls from Hope House 5 in Mexico swarmed her with hugs and happy birthday wishes. Earlier this year, the teens were cared for by Rosa when their Hope parents were in… Read more

by Steph Duff
October 12, 2021 All • Hope Program • Inspirational Living • Nigeria

The Encouragement He Needed

“Father, we ask You to be over Daniel* today as he takes his national exams,” said Nehemiah Gandu, Back2Back staff and Hope parent. “We ask boldly that you would help Daniel pass his exams on the very first try, and we pray these things in Your name.” Nehemiah and Daniel whisper “amen” together and quickly… Read more

by Steph Duff
October 7, 2021 All • Cincinnati • Inspirational Living • Stories

Leaving His Mark on His City

you asked for truth But I don’t believe you really want it Because more often than not when you ask for the truth they cant accept it  They change the channel, ignore it, anything not to face it  Three years ago, the team at Back2Back Cincinnati met a young man named Jay through Rising Leaders,… Read more

by Steph Duff
September 30, 2021 All • Dominican Republic • Inspirational Living • Stories

In Their Own Unique Way

Cheque Garcia, Back2Back staff, watched Robinson* struggle as he looked at the multiplication tables in front of him. The young boy’s brow furrowed, not fully comprehending what he was supposed to do. Robinson, a 10-year old boy who attends an education center in the Dominican Republic, is learning at a 2nd grade level. “The Education… Read more

by Steph Duff
September 16, 2021 All • Inspirational Living • Nigeria • Partner Children's Home

Knowing of What He’s Capable

Ene Oklo, Back2Back staff, found Juwon* standing in front of the mirror in his room, looking sad. Ene approached Juwon quietly, placing a hand on his slender shoulder, and asked, “Have you eaten lunch yet?” “No,” he answered flatly. “Are you okay?” Ene questioned again. Juwon’s big, brown eyes filled with fear. “Auntie, I failed… Read more

by Steph Duff

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