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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.
February 16, 2022 All • Haiti • Inspirational Living • Partner Children's Home • Stories

Incorporating into Family-Style Environments

Recently, a group of five new children transitioned into a partnering children’s home in Haiti. Moving and adjusting to new living arrangements with new expectations can be difficult for anyone, but for children from hard places, there are additional layers of support needed. “The children were very upset when they arrived,” shared one of the… Read more

by Steph Duff
February 9, 2022 All • Inspirational Living • Mexico • Stories • Strong Families

Courageous Men and Husbands

The atmosphere was quiet as water sloshed in bins. The sun melted into the horizon and the lights beneath the palapa were shining down on husbands kneeling before their wives. Sniffles were heard above the movement of water. It was the final evening of a weeks-long Bible study, and every husband who attended the retreat… Read more

by Steph Duff
February 8, 2022 All • Inspirational Living • Mexico • Stories

Growing Together at 12 Stones

Then Joshua called the twelve men from the people of Israel, whom he had appointed, a man from each tribe. And Joshua said to them, ‘Pass on before the ark of the Lord to your God into the midst of the Jordan, and take up each of you a stone upon his shoulder, according to… Read more

by Steph Duff
February 2, 2022 All • Inspirational Living • Mexico • Partner Children's Home • Stories

“Can I come, too?”

“I-I’ve never had hot food like this before. . . when I finish my plate, am I allowed to have more?” His big brown eyes looked up at his caregiver, his shy question floating between them. “Of course you can have more!” Martiza, his caregiver and “house mom,” said, putting her arm gently on his… Read more

by Steph Duff
January 28, 2022 All • Inspirational Living • Mexico • Stories • Transitions Program

Graduate, Athlete, Overcomer

He is a college graduate, a professional athlete, and qualified for the World Duathlon Championships held in Spain this year. He stands atop countless podiums with medals around his neck and trophies in his hand. Crowds cheer him on and other athletes ask him how he does it. They have no idea just how incredible… Read more

by Guest Contributor
January 20, 2022 All • Inspirational Living • Mexico • Stories

The Value of Always Learning

Trauma competency is a core component Back2Back staff are trained to offer every child and family they come alongside. These trainings allow staff to better understand addressing individuals from hard places who act out of their own hurts. It allows staff to help children and families take steps to heal emotionally in their own environments…. Read more

by Steph Duff
January 20, 2022 All • Hope Program • Mexico • Stories

Hard Work and a Faithful Network

Bell ringing ceremonies at one of Mexico’s sites are a rite of passage and a true testament to how healthy and faithful community can make dreams become a reality. A young woman whose hometown is about 15 hours driving distance from Monterrey had a dream to one day help others with their mental and emotional… Read more

by Steph Duff
January 20, 2022 All • Inspirational Living • Mexico • Stories

It Takes a Village

Volunteers are a critical part of the care provided to children and teens in Monterrey. As the foster care program grows in size and depth, volunteers recently stepped up for a local foster  family who provide care for a young girl with visual impairment.  Volunteers saw a need for a teacher and assistance in getting… Read more

by Steph Duff
January 6, 2022 All • Inspirational Living • Mexico • Partner Children's Home • Stories • Uncategorized

A Brigade of Healing

In November, Back2Back staff in Mazatlan hosted a medical brigade at 12 Stones Resource Center.  Sarahi Obeso, Back2Back’s Health Services Coordinator, Dan Shuman, Back2Back Health Services Director, and Citlali Para, Back2Back Physical Therapist, led the team in providing check-ups for 47 children over the course of three days! Back2Back is committed to coming alongside each… Read more

by Steph Duff

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