Compassion Stories

The staff in the countries where Compassion works are constantly collecting stories of changed lives and wonderful testimonies of God's grace. Here is a selection of the very best to inspire you:


A Grandfather and a Friend


January 2012

It's another Sunday morning. They wake up, clean the room, grab their work supplies and head to the market. During the 15 minute walk they don't talk much, but occasionally they share a glance and smile, knowing they can count on each other. They are mates. They are friends. They are also family.

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From London to Ethiopia and Back


January 2012

Pastors Agu and Sola Irukwu of Jesus House, London, recently visited Ethiopia with Compassion UK. Read about their memorable experience and discover what happened when they told their story to the congregation of over 3,000 at Jesus House.

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Life in Togo


January 2012

Life in Togo is a struggle for those living in extreme poverty. Read one family's story of how their dreams of having enough to eat each day have been replaced by exciting ambitions for the future.

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Beguens Theus - A Hope for Haiti


December 2011

Beguens Theus, who has recently been elected to the Haitan Parliament, was sponsored as a child through Compassion. This is his story of his experience with Compassion and his hopes for the future.

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A First Christmas


December 2011

When Compassion’s supporters donate to the Christmas Appeal, the money is then spent on Christmas celebrations and gifts in our projects around the world. For some children, your generosity will have given them the first Christmas of their lives.

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Food for the Soul


October 2011

At the Herederos del Reino project in Quetzalí, Guatemala, there are two children who know the benefits of nutritional and spiritual nourishment.

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Learning to Dream


October 2011

Juan David from the Dominican Republic is one of many students dreaming BIG through our Leadership Development Programme.

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Crossing Cultures in Tanzania


September 2011

In a predominently Muslim country, the Anglican Bagamoyo Student Centre in Tanzania has been able to reach Muslims with the gospel of Jesus Christ.

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Learning Through Letter Writing


September 2011

The letters from his sponsor in Korea have helped Santos, a sponsored child from Honduras, overcome his learning difficulties.

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The Art of Service


August 2011

One of Compassion's LDP students is using her gift of ballet and communication to serve her community in Brazil.

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