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.