We are so grateful for Solana Beach Presbyterian Church's partnership in launching the Shama Kids Child Development Center through the Assembly of Christian Churches Jehovah Shamma in Cantón Joyas de Cerén in San Juan Opico, La Libertad, El Salvador. Below are photos of some of the 134 children now being ministered to at this center. They made a banner and drawings to show you love and thanks. ... Read More
Final Update on Shama Kids Child Development Center
This report marks a major milestone for the Shama Kids Child Development Center. As a result of your generous gift, the center launched its ministry to children nearly a year ago in La Libertad, El Salvador. Below is a letter from Pastor Mauricio Ernesto Solano Iglesias outlining some of the accomplishments at the center. Your partnership in launching this center has already begun to change the lives of the registered children, and your investment will continue to release children from poverty ... Read More
An Activity Update For The Shama Kids Child Development Center
The following is a letter from Pastor Mauricio Ernesto Solano explaining recent activities at the Shama Kids Child Development Center. Dear Donors, I wish you well in all areas of your lives. My name is Mauricio Ernesto Solano and I am the pastor of the project you support. I want to express my most sincere gratitude for your generosity and for choosing us to benefit from your gift. Your support has been vital in starting our Child Development Center. We have been able to purchase all ... Read More
Compassion-Registered Child Interview – Paola Michelle Alfaro Tespan
We are excited to introduce you to Paola Michelle Alfaro Tespan, a 6-year old girl who is registered at the Shama Kids Child Development Center you support. Paola shares the following interview: How do you get from your home to the center? I walk to the center with my mom, it takes about 25 minutes. What do you enjoy about the center? I like to play and eat with my friends, color, sing and learn about God. I like to listen to all the Bible stories. What is one thing you ... Read More
Meet the Pastor and Staff
Thank you for your support of the Shama Kids Child Development Center. Compassion’s child development centers implement a curriculum that is contextualized for the local culture and the various age groups. From health checkups to academic tutoring to Bible reading to snacks, activities are designed to develop children physically, academically, spiritually and economically. This one-to-one holistic development is an effective weapon in the fight against poverty. We are excited to ... Read More
Opening the Shama Kids Child Development Center
(The below is a translated letter directly from the Partnership Facilitator working closely with the implementing church partner hosting this child development center. Partnership Facilitators serve as mentor, case worker and project manager in ensuring each church they work with are equipped to implement and operate Compassion's programs with excellence.) Dear Friends, Receive a cordial greeting, hoping that the grace of the Lord is abundant in your life, work and family. My name is ... Read More
Welcome! We are so glad you are here
We are so glad you have joined us in releasing children from poverty in Jesus' name with Compassion International. This site is set up especially for you to keep you informed and engaged with all that your support is doing. Updates will be added to this site, sharing the impact you are making for children around the world. We will alert you of newly added content, but feel free to visit often as you think of and pray for children and families in poverty. We are committed to keeping ... Read More