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MONTH OF BIRTH: Nov. 2012
When Abraham was only one year old, his parents went to a big city to work. One day, his mother, who had a mental illness unfortunately got lost and never came back home. Abraham’s father had to take him back to their rural village. Next year, another tragedy happened: his father suffered a cerebral hemorrhage and left sequelae. He lost his ability to work and had a third-degree physical disability. Now they live on government disability welfare. Their house collapsed and now lives in a small house built by the government.
Abraham is eight years old and is in second grade. He has to live in a school far away from home. The boarding fee almost costs all of their welfare. Their lives are extremely difficult.
Abraham is still very optimistic and cheerful. He actively participates in various activities in school; he especially loves to help teachers and classmates. Although his grades are moderate, he studies very hard and has the grit to live. He wants to be a teacher when he grows up, therefore, he can help more people.
MONTH OF BIRTH: Jun. 1999
Adam lived a happy life until tragedy befell his family. His father was struck by a car while riding his bike and was killed. His devastated mother took him to stay with his uncle and promised to return for him. After a period of time, however, his uncle took him back to his home to see if there was any news from his mother. All they found was a note from his mother explaining that she was unable to handle the pressure and encouraging him to study hard. Adam found himself an orphan. His uncle already had a daughter and times were difficult even before Adam became a part of the household. They typically ate one meal a day and did not know where the next would be coming from.
Adam came home to Living Hope and his life became joyful once again. He was deeply moved by the love and the good teaching he received here. He has learned that love is selfless and that by working together problems can be solved.
Adam is very thankful for the time he was able to visit the United States with our Angels Tour and remains thankful for the support of his “uncles” and “aunts” from overseas.
Adam is a good student and a wonderful young man. Now Adam is a freshman in college! He studied very hard. We are very proud of him!
MONTH OF BIRTH: Mar. 2002
Bobby’s father died in July of 2004. His mother ran away a year later, leaving Bobby with his grandparents. His grandfather then passed away and his grandmother was suffering from Alzheimer’s disease.
We brought Bobby into our home in March of 2011.
Bobby enjoys playing basketball and chess and he really likes to read. He is currently studying in a vocational school in Beijing. Once he has time, he will go back home to take care of his grandma. We look forward to seeing what he will be able to achieve in the future!
MONTH OF BIRTH: Jul. 1999
Caleb’s father died when he was 7 years old and during this time his mother abandoned him. Caleb and his two older siblings were sent to live with their fraternal grandparents who were old and sick and they struggled to care for the three children.
In November of 2009, Caleb came to Living Hope. He loves to play sports, enjoys learning English, and believes in working hard to achieve one’s goals.
He is now in college, majoring in nursing. We believe he will have a bright future ahead of him.
MONTH OF BIRTH: May 2001
Chad’s mother left home when he was about six years old and she never returned. Shortly after that his father had a mental breakdown and could no longer care for himself or Chad. Chad’s grandmother took him in and later remarried.
In April of 2010, Chad moved into the Training Center. His favorite subjects are English, Math, and basketball! Chad has a good heart and gets along well with all his brothers and sisters.
Now he is in college and majoring in early childhood education. We believe that he will become a good teacher in the future.
MONTH OF BIRTH: Nov. 2016
Jacob is 4 years old now. He used to live with his father, mother, and brother. Although the family was not rich, it was complete and happy. On July 25, 2020, Jacob’s mother suddenly got sick and died unexpectedly the next day. Jacob’s father was born deaf, has mental illness and has a disability in his right hand and arm. In the summer, he usually finds some side jobs on the construction site and earns a meager income. Even these kinds of jobs are not easy to find. In the winter, life is more miserable because there is no job at all. The family now lives on little money he saved in the summer. Jacob and his brother are cared by their aunt. Their uncle-in-law is also disabled. The entire family all live in one rented room. Life is very difficult. Jacob is healthy, smart, and cheerful. He is a good boy, with an obedient and sensitive heart. He can make everyone happy!
MONTH OF BIRTH: Oct. 2012
When Jimmy was a child, he had parents who loved him. Although the family is not rich, they were together. Unfortunately, a tragedy happened and Jimmy’s mother committed suicide in 2019 by lying on train tracks due to mental illness. Jimmy’s father bears the great grief of losing his wife in his middle age and has to take care of Jimmy and his sister alone. Because the two children are still young, Jimmy’s father cannot go out to work to earn a higher salary. He can only get a very low income by repairing battery bicycles in their small village. He cannot provide the children with normal daily needs. School supplies were even more difficult. Their lives are extremely hard.
MONTH OF BIRTH: Dec. 2008
When Kevin was only six years old, his father was diagnosed with liver cancer and had his liver removed in surgery. His father lost his ability to work. His mother suffers from many diseases and her legs are deformed due to rheumatoid disease; therefore, she also cannot work. The family has no income at all. Kevin has two older sisters; one in high school and the other in college. The family has only one cow that the government has loaned to them without interest. They are in extreme poverty. It will be very difficult for Kevin to complete his education without help.
MONTH OF BIRTH: Oct. 2013
Leo is 7 years old now. He used to live with his father, mother, and brother. Although the family was not rich, it was complete and happy. On July 25, 2020, Leo’s mother suddenly got sick and died unexpectedly the next day. Leo’s father was born deaf, has a mental illness, and also has a disability in his right hand and arm. In the summer, he usually finds some side jobs on the construction site and earns a meager income. Even these kinds of jobs are not easy to find. In the winter, life is more miserable because there is no job at all. The family now lives on little money father saved in the summer. Leo and his younger brother are cared by their aunt. His uncle is also disabled, and everyone lives in a rented room. Life is very difficult.
Leo is healthy, cheerful, and lively. He studies very hard at school and loves to help teachers and classmates. He has good grades and good character, too. He sure is a very lovely boy. When we first visited him, he said, “I am eager to live, I am eager to go to school, I am eager to be loved!” His words touched everyone.
MONTH OF BIRTH: Feb. 2000
Mike’s father died in a coal mining accident. His mother ran off with his father’s pension, leaving Mike with his grandparents. Life was difficult for them and Mike had no hope for more than a meager existence.
Our “gentle giant” is a good, hard-working student who does quite well with English studies. Mike is learning to play the erhu and is considered by his classmates to be the best.
Now, Mike is in college and works very hard for his dream!
MONTH OF BIRTH: Jun. 2000
When Paul was a small boy of 4 years old, he tragically lost his father in a truck accident. His mother ran away and left him when he was 6. He then went to live with his grandparents.
Paul has no memory of either of his parents. He was very happy to join us at Living Hope and has described being here as “a big blessing.” He is a very self-motivated student and has said he hopes to go to college one day.
He is now in college and lives very well.
MONTH OF BIRTH: Jan. 2004
Rudy was born on January 10, 2004. In May of 2007, when Rudy was just a small boy, his mother passed away while giving birth to his younger brother. Later, in December of 2010, Rudy’s father died of illness.
After the death of his father, Rudy and his brother were sent to live with an uncle. Their uncle is a poor peasant man with little education and he could barely afford to provide the basic life necessities for the boys.
In March of 2012, we welcomed Rudy to Living Hope. Upon arrival, he appeared to be healthy and was studying in the third grade. He very much liked reading and listening to stories, and yet today you are likely to find him curled up in some corner with a book in hand!
Rudy respects his teachers and works very hard. He gets along well with the other children and is becoming more independent. He shows great interest in learning English.
In 2015, Rudy was chosen to come to the United States with our Angels Tour. We are very proud of the progress he has made and look forward to watching him grow and develop.
He is now in high school and studied very hard.
MONTH OF BIRTH: Sep. 2005
When he was a year old, his mother ran away and abandoned the family. Ryan lived with his father, who was very ill, and his older sisters, Hannah and Maggie. Ryan’s father had a long struggle with liver disease and eventually died from cancer. After Ryan’s father passed, the children were taken to live with their grandfather. He was also ill and could not work to feed the 3 children.
Hannah, Ryan’s oldest sister, had cared for him since his mother abandoned the family. He tells us that his sisters love him very much. Ryan and the two girls came home to Living Hope in April of 2010. He loves his new home and has thrived since arriving. He is so happy to have plenty of food to eat and he enjoys playing with his many brothers. He also told us that he is so happy that his sisters are here with him and that they can all be together.
Ryan is a bit quiet, has beautiful, bright eyes and an infectious smile. He is a joyful boy with a happy and fun personality. Though he had a difficult beginning in life, it has not robbed him of happiness. We delight in watching Ryan bloom and grow.
He is now in high school and studied very hard.
MONTH OF BIRTH: Jul. 2005
Silas and his older sister lived a happy life until both of their parents were killed in a car accident on January 5, 2012. The children were sent to live with a disabled uncle who had no source of income. They were only there for a short time before being brought into our care.
On March 14, 2012, Silas and Liz were both happily welcomed to our Training Center. Silas respects his teachers and house parents and loves helping others with chores and errands. He is an incredibly cute boy who loves to smile! He has really opened his heart since coming here and now enjoys talking and playing with others and following his new brothers and sisters around.
Silas also enjoys completing puzzles and reading. His Mandarin has improved quite a lot since he’s been here.
He is now in high school, and we are delighted that we have a part in the making of his future!
MONTH OF BIRTH: Jul. 2001
Thomas’s father died in a coal mining accident. His mother soon left him and his sister. The siblings then went to live with their elderly poverty-stricken grandparents.
Our Thomas is bright, a little mischievous, and is known to be a very helpful young man. At times you might even find him in the kitchen lending a hand with the cooking.
He is now in college and we are proud of him! We are looking forward to his beautiful future.
MONTH OF BIRTH: Apr. 2007
Tyler’s mother suffered a mental breakdown resulting in her abandoning him and his sister, Emma. Soon after, their father drank poison to end his own life. The children went to stay with their poor grandmother who worked in the fields trying to earn enough to feed the kids. Without child care available, she had to lock Emma and Tyler inside the mud house alone all day long.
We brought Tyler home in September of 2012. He’s bright, and his laughter and smile are contagious.
He is now in middle school and works very hard.
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