We’ve witnessed so many encouraging moments across our Forward Edge Family this year—far more than we could share in a single post. Here’s just a small glimpse of what God has been doing through our local partners and the faithful support of people like you. These glimpses remind us why we do what we do: every story matters.
Rahaman never imagined his family would follow Jesus. In Tamale, Ghana, a father’s faith is the family’s faith, and Rahaman was Muslim. But when his son Fahad began attending our discipleship class in search of food, something changed. Rahaman saw his son grow more respectful, his wife Fatimata less anxious, and their home filled with peace. For two years, he quietly watched as our program provided meals and education for his son, a wheelchair for Fatimata, and as faith steadily replaced fear in their home. Eventually, Rahaman shared that he had sensed Jesus knocking on his heart for years but had been too stubborn to respond. Now, moved by what he saw in his own home, Rahaman chose to follow Christ!
In Kosova, many Roma girls are expected to leave school young, marry early, and remain unseen. That could have been Drilona’s story. She once stood beside her father, collecting cans for cash, believing that school and a different future weren’t for girls like her. But through our program, she met mentors who believed in her, helped her stay in school, and invited her to summer camp, where she gave her life to Christ. Today, Drilona is growing in faith and confidence, discovering that her life holds value far beyond what she was told to expect. Watch more of her story below.
A team from Smithtown Christian School in New York recently traveled to Cuba – and the connection with our program there was immediate. The team’s dance ministry aligned seamlessly with the church’s style, creating a beautiful sense of unity that felt like family. One Cuban teen named Rosabel was especially moved. After seeing the team’s presentations, she began asking thoughtful questions about how she could start a similar ministry in Cuban hospitals. Throughout the week, student testimonies sparked countless conversations, and 92 people made the decision to follow Jesus! What an incredible week of transformation and connection.
Sherina, a 12-year-old from Kibibi, Uganda, lives with her grandmother after being abandoned by her father, who felt unable to care for her. Stigmatized and without resources, Sherina’s future seemed uncertain—until our program launched in her village. With encouragement from program staff, her grandmother enrolled her in school, where Sherina was welcomed with open arms. Despite the challenges of navigating with her old wheelchair, her classmates lovingly take turns helping her get around. Today, Sherina dreams of becoming a nurse, and with the support of her community and our program, we are committed to helping her pursue her dream.
Forward Edge partnered with God’s Money Foundation on their “Know Jesus” project, inspiring youth ages 12-19 to memorize the Beatitudes in Matthew 5:3-12. Create Hope Ghana was the first to take on the challenge, and in just one week, 26 children memorized and recited the passages! Each child received a certificate, a Bible, and essential supplies—along with the joy of hiding God’s Word in their hearts.
As we look back on this year, we’re reminded: none of this happens without you. Thank you for joining us in the work God is doing.
“Don’t worry Mum, keep trusting in God. Who knows? Maybe next month we’ll be in our own home.” Joseph fervently prayed for God to provide a new home for his family, and encouraged his mother, Alice, to keep faith. A Dirt Floor for a Bed In a humble home in
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As Christ-followers, we give to others to follow Christ’s example and to invest in His eternal Kingdom. We trust Jesus when he said, “It is better to give than to receive” (Acts 20:35). While it should never be the reason why we give, a secondary benefit when we do, in
10 yrs. old
Entered the program: June 2021
Anne lives with her parents, her brother and her grandfather. They live in a 4-room concrete block house with electricity and an indoor kitchen and bathroom. They get water from the village. Her mother works as a nurse and is the sole provider for the family. Her father is unemployed but serves as a monitor at the Kids Club.
Anne's big brother, Benaji, is also in the Kids Club program.
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