As the old year ends, prayers are needed for our servants!

First of all, we request prayers for Sagar, our top worker in Nepal and for Ronald, our son in the Philippines.

Sagar recently received funds to supply winter clothing to all of our girls in Nepal and besides purchasing all of the clothing, he and volunteers delivered the gifts to girls in each of our 26 safe houses in various areas of Nepal.   

Sagar reports that he's had a cough for more than a month so when he slowed down enough to go to the doctor, he was diagnosed with pneumonia and remained in ICU for a few days.   He is taking medication since returning home but he will leave tomorrow (Dec. 3) for India to have a full check up.  A week ago, the doctor in Nepal said he still has fluid on his lungs and they may need to be drained again.  Please pray for Sagar's safe trip to India and a proper diagnosis and treatment to restore his health.   Our work in Nepal depends on the efforts of this good man and servant of God.

Our son, Ronald, returned to the Philippines less than a month ago after visiting and reporting to many congregations. 

He has not been feeling well but  thought he might have an ulcer.  A colonoscopy located a large polyp in his intestines.  He is scheduled to have a CT scan.  We have asked him to forward the medical reports and findings to Dr. Tom Pryor, our medical consultant in the U.S, for all of our medical advice for our girls in Asia.   As I have further information about Ronald's conditions and plans for surgery and treatment, I will post an update.

We hope everyone had a good Thanksgiving holiday and happy expectations for a peaceful and enjoyable Christmas holiday too.  

With the year coming to an end, we thank everyone who has encouraged us and helped us in so many different ways this past year.   We never know what we face in the new year but we know WHO is in charge and we trust that God will hear and answer our prayers and help us with the many challenges we face.

May God bless each of you with good health and blessings in 2026.    We love and appreciate all of you!

Baptisms in Nepal

On Sunday, October 26, Saruna and Grishma, girls in one of our safe houses in Nepal, were baptized.   The house parents of each safe house are the local minister and his wife.  The girls are taught the Bible from the day they arrive.   After a few years, they understand enough to commit their lives to the Lord and are happy to become Christians. 

Nepal is a Hindu nation and most of the 230 girls we care for in Nepal never knew the true God until coming to the safe house.  They are baptized in ponds or creeks, usually muddy and cold water, but this does not deter them from making the decision

Without the support of their sponsors, we could not finance the living expenses for the girls in each village safe house   Because of the loving sacrifice of many Christians, these girls would live their lives without an education, but more importantly, without any knowledge of Jesus Christ and His sacrifice for us.

May God receive the glory for the success of our work in Asia.

 

 

   #538 Mini Maya Praja

Graduated from: SAS sewing training program in 2025

Current Business Location: Mountain village (in her own house)

Mini Maya Praja’s life once felt like a series of endless struggles. Coming from a poor and large family of four brothers and four sisters, she carried the heavy burden of wanting to help her family but had no opportunity or skill to make a living. Her days were filled with uncertainty, and her heart longed for a way to change her future.

By the grace of God, Mini Maya was found and welcomed into the SAS program, where she received sewing training. From the very beginning, she showed great dedication and a strong desire to learn. Through every stitch, she sewed hope into her own story. After months of hard work and commitment, she successfully completed the sewing course and proudly graduated in May 2025.

Today, Mini Maya’s hands create more than clothes — they create comfort and dignity for her village. Although she lives in a mountain area where fashion trends are not common like in the city, the villagers deeply appreciate her work. Her skill, patience, and creativity have made her well-known, and she now receives regular orders from the community.

With her own sewing machine, provided by the SAS program, she is running her small business from home. On average, she earns between NPR 800–1200 per day, which adds up to around NPR 18,000 monthly — a remarkable step toward self-reliance for her and her family.

Mini Maya expresses her heartfelt gratitude to her sponsor for their love, care, and continued support — not only during her training but even now, as she builds her business. She also extends her sincere thanks to the entire SAS team for guiding her both practically and spiritually. Through this journey, she has grown into a faithful and strong Christian woman, walking confidently in faith and purpose.