After children graduate from the orphanages in Russia (anywhere between ages 14-18), many of them go to technical school. This is usually nothing like a tech school you might see here. They can be horrible, disheartening places--unsafe dorms, abusive peers and teachers, sub par education, simply a continuation of the loneliness and discouragement of life as an orphaned child.
But, for all the awful stories out there, there are stories of hope and promise as well. In Kirov region, home to Sovietsk orphanage, Children's HopeChest is engaging with the children at the tech schools. Lives are changing. Read more about it at Ben's brother Daniel's blog:
danieljclark.com
Dan works for Children's HopeChest and has the privilege of finding more supporters for programs like these. One unique feature of HopeChest programs is that they seek to maintain ties with our kids until they are at least 23--well into their young adult lives, in Russian terms. Now that Sovietsk has supporters, the future is much brighter for the children there. We hope and pray that the relationships we are building now at Sovietsk will continue to bring joy and hope as our children go out and face the world.
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Wow! What a wonderful surprise to hear of this powerful ministry the two of you are involved with!
Ann & I will be praying for you!
Very, very nice website/blogsite. Mom and I will get progressively more involved. The funds from the sale of the vette are deposited and awaiting the right opportunity/timing. You both write very well and we were blessed to read about your recent trip. Love, Dad and Mom clark
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