Does Morning Star make a difference….do any of us?

Morning Star Family Home is a small foundation that cares for 8 babies at a time. Out of the over 140 million orphans in the world, does this really make a difference? Do 6 ladies spending two weeks in China caring for these children mean anything at all?

We asked Lynsay this morning why they do this? It’s a stressful, uphill battle, swimming against the current in a culture that overlooks these children. Yet they LOVE these kids, and know that God has called them, all of us really, to care for them. They care for them on the frontlines; we are helping for a few weeks, many of you helped by sending us with resources to share with the babies. We can all do something, and in the Kingdom of God, even a cup of cold water offered in Jesus name means something.

Today Geeta and I went to the International Hospital with Lynsay for Corrie and Daniel’s appointments. The Doctor told us the sad news that Corrie’s MRI showed that her ear canal and nerves are badly malformed, and she is profoundly deaf, with no hope of ever hearing. She said that at least Corrie is happy, and that she is very lucky to be in the care of this orphanage. Corrie is blessed for sure, but what she really needs is a long term solution, a family.

 Though this hospital is expensive, they offer about the highest quality care available for these children. It is hard to find Doctors here who care about the well being of orphans. One doctor they have dealt with will NOT perform surgery on the babies, because they are orphans. He simply does not want to give his time and resources to the least of the least.

Yet Lynsay and Bill do see change happening. People within their community are asking how they can help. They are donating formula and diapers, volunteering, bringing by gifts, and giving financially to much needed surgeries. A few years ago this wasn’t happening at all.  Even one of the orphanages who calls them frequently to help with their babies told them that they are their favourite foster home…… God is blessing this place.

So yes, Morning Star is making a difference, in this huge city, in this small community, and in the lives of these 8 babies. They are making a difference in our lives by letting us join in their work for a few short weeks of the year.  

Kim and Hope 

Carol and Joshua