Tag Archives: fatherless

And the day had started with such promise. Bradley Porter jiggled his leg as he sat at his desk scowling at his assignment. He was a smart boy, earning top marks in every subject. He loved his little Christian school, sporting a pressed uniform and cardigan; but most of all ...

An orphan is a child without parental care and affection. To be orphaned means to be cut-off from the love, protection, and provisions a parent can provide. We all are born spiritually cut-off from our heavenly Father. Christ’s resurrection made it possible for us to not be orphans any longer. It ...

Several years back my wife and I were regular volunteers for a local orphanage.   It was run by Catholic nuns, and we were there 2-3 times per month watching after, interacting, and playing with numerous boys and girls ages 3 to 13.  For us, it was a very moving and ...