‘Tis the season of cheer—supposedly. But for some people,
it’s a season of sadness. Instead of looking forward to a Christmas filled with
family fun, food, presents… some expect nothing more than the painful reminder
that they don’t have a family. And as for presents, we all know Santa is really
your mom and dad. So what happens if you don't have a mum and dad?
Foster children are among those who find the holidays
difficult. Thankfully, some churches and non-profit organizations are sensitive
to their predicament and do their part to help bring the real Christmas message
a closer.
Orphans First is an organization that mostly reaches overseas
kids (the closest being in Tijuana, Mexico). But it also advocates for the underprivileged
children in America and promotes a more recently founded local church group, ROCC – Reaching Orphans & Children-in-Crisis.
‘Twas a night to be remembered. And hopefully a night which
will be followed up with lots more investment in these precious young people’s
lives.
Janey DeMeo M.A.
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