Visiting Open Arms Village
The first thing that surprised me about my trip to visit Open Arms Village was when my mom helped me get clothes together to donate to...
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Open Arms International
Apr 28, 20221 min read
Godwin & Dennis' Story
Two years ago, brothers Godwin, age six, and Dennis, age four, were living a nightmare. Their father was abusive and their mother had...
Open Arms International
Apr 20, 20221 min read
Jane & Joseph's Story
In December 2016, residents of a Kenyan village alerted the local chief about their growing concern for 16-month-old twins, Jane and...
brittany1838
Jul 20, 20211 min read
To Be A Child
When I think of childhood, thoughts of carefree summers, playing with friends, making up games and eating ice cream fill my mind. But,...
brittany1838
Jul 1, 20212 min read
Left In a Trash Can...But
Just six days ago, a baby boy was born in Kenya. Immediately after his birth, he was placed in a trash can with his placenta still...
brittany1838
Jun 28, 20212 min read
More than a lemonade stand
It's been two years since Open Arms Academy launched the Social Enterprise Club. The goal of this group is to teach children how to...
brittany1838
Jun 28, 20211 min read
Life Skills- Kenyan Style
Enjoy this Circle of H.O.P.E. premier video- Albert came to live at Open Arms Village when he was only one day old. He was abandoned at a...
Open Arms International
Jun 23, 20211 min read
Milk, Anyone?
Taking care of 160+ kids just got a little easier! For many years, Open Arms Village farm staff have worked hard to care for the milk...
brittany1838
Jun 16, 20212 min read
Much Needed R & R
Since the pandemic started last March, Open Arms Village houseparents have worked incredibly long hours with very few breaks in order to...
brittany1838
Jun 8, 20212 min read
Update: Emergency Placements
Last week I told you about the four children that had just arrived at Open Arms Village. They were in critical need of care due to...
brittany1838
Jun 3, 20211 min read
Emergency Placements
I just learned that four more children came to live at Open Arms Village today. One group of three siblings, ages 12, 9 and 7, had been...
Open Arms International
May 28, 20212 min read
Meet the Graduates!
I am so excited to announce that eight students at Open Arms Village are 2021 high school graduates! What an amazing accomplishment for...
brittany1838
May 11, 20212 min read
Meet Teacher Brian
Brian is one of the incredible Open Arms Academy teachers. He recently shared his view on the current situation in Kenya. What made you...
brittany1838
Apr 28, 20212 min read
Baptism Day
I want to share some great news with you about the kids at Open Arms Village. On Sunday, 27 kids were baptized! Over the past two months,...
Open Arms International
Apr 22, 20211 min read
Little Ones Praying
This is so sweet. I knew the Circle of H.O.P.E. would want to see it! And could I ask you to pray for these precious kids today?...
brittany1838
Apr 20, 20211 min read
World Orphans Day
Today is World Orphans Day- a day to acknowledge the problem and remember that you are the solution! Did you know that there are 153...
brittany1838
Apr 14, 20212 min read
Chebaibai
During any crisis, we all look for hope. Community groups like Chebaibai (“joyful” in Swahili), the community group from Church at the...
brittany1838
Apr 14, 20211 min read
Bubble Beards!
All around the world, every kid loves a good bubble beard!
Open Arms International
Mar 30, 20211 min read
Cuteness Overload!
Prepare for cuteness overload! Watch what happens when the Open Arms toddlers get together after a few hours apart.
Open Arms International
Mar 16, 20211 min read
Family Found
It was six years ago that a young, single mother from Eldoret, Kenya, died. She left behind her three children- Anna (9 yrs), Getty (6...
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