Lifetime Orphaned Children’s Ministries was formed as a result of a mission trip to Southeast Asia in 2003, by its founder Larry Snyder. Being burdened by the poverty conditions of so many of the children of Southeast Asia (especially those orphaned by death or divorce of a parent) and not having the resources to be effective alone, a study began of other organizations serving the underprivileged we became committed to starting a similar work. Through the help and commitment of family members and friends we have been fortunate to have made many more trips to the same region in the last nine years to assess whether we could join God in his work where other organizations have not been to help. The demand for help far exceeds the supply in almost all the countries of Southeast Asia but is greatest in Myanmar. The conclusion drawn was that it would be best to start a sponsorship program that would address the problem from two perspectives, one meeting the immediate physical need of food, clothing and shelter and the second meeting the long term spiritual and vocational needs critical to addressing the present and future needs of the children. The foundation of this conclusion is from a biblical perspective that man does not live by bread alone. Lifetime Orphaned Children’s Ministries is dedicated to permanently improving the lives of the orphaned and abandoned children of Southeast Asia, by partnering with God in support of already established Christian orphanages and families that do not have resources beyond their own. The focus of our efforts has changed over the years, having observed that orphanages in Myanmar are essentially ‘boarding schools’ housing many of the children for financial gain. While there is some merit to this practice as the children are exposed to more intentional Christianity there is also a sense on our part that perhaps there is a better way to provide role models of Christian families. We are moving more and more toward placing un-parented orphans into families who are self sufficient and willing to provide family and spiritual structure. In 2010 we began to implement this plan and are thrilled to report that it has been a blessing to all involved. Our goal for this year is to add six more family units to those already in place. At the earliest stages this plan will provide for nutritional and health care needs. As time progresses we hope to be able to establish training programs for young adult families that will allow them to be physically and educationally able to support themselves. Through scholarships we hope to be able to provide advanced education to those children who show themselves capable of moving beyond required schooling. As future resources allow we hope to be able to reach out beyond the orphanages to their surrounding communities though special celebrations and gifts and training opportunities to establish neighborhood goodwill and self sufficiency outside the orphanages. Some of our efforts have already been realized, land purchases, new buildings, a facility dedicated to fasting and prayer are some of the physical evidences. The new dormitories at the orphanages we work with have played a significant role in less sickness and diseases among the children. Other benefits may only be seen in eternity, but time will tell how well we are accomplishing that part of our mission. Please pray for us, we will accomplish very little without your prayers.

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