He cares about them. He being God, and them being the street kids of Quezon City, Manila.
This is the message that Brother Joe Dean and his few staff members wish to spread through their ministry, "He Cares Foundation".
My team and I this month have had the pleasure of seeking out new ministry partnerships for the World Race here in Manila, Philippines. We've spent a lot of time online searching for what God is doing here in the city and being able to meet with some of the ministries we've found along the way. One of which was "He Cares Foundation".
Through five different programs, Brother Joe Dean works with the street kids of the nearby slums and their parents to share the love of Christ and give them the hope to create a better future for themselves than what they have been "handed".
The Foundation's programs include:
Balik-Loob sa Diyos (Back to God) Program – seeks to bring the children and their families to a personal relationship with Jesus Christ through regular prayer and worship meetings, talks, counselling and community building. To provide formation in their Christian life.
Balik-Loob sa Diyos (Back to God) Program – seeks to bring the children and their families to a personal relationship with Jesus Christ through regular prayer and worship meetings, talks, counselling and community building. To provide formation in their Christian life.
Balik-Kalusugan (Back to Health) Program – seeks to provide regular health care through medical and dental check-ups and other means of support as needed.
Balik-Bahay (Back to Home) Program – seeks to bring the street children back to their homes and families if possible and to provide a decent home for those in need.
Balik-Aral (Back to School) Program – seeks to provide education to as many children as possible through scholarships.
Balik-Hanapbuhay (Back to Work) Program – seeks to impart livelihood skills and sustainable income for the families of street children.
Currently, the Foundation has 2 shelters which house 25 children; however, there is a great need for more room. Due to be finished in February of 2015, is a 4-story building that will be able to house up to 100 street kids. And, through their education sponsorship program, over 500 kids are able to go to school, 19 of which have graduated from college.
If you'd like to know more about this ministry and ways to help, visit their website at http://www.hecaresfoundation.com
