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Laura Hietala
12 minutes ago
Great is Thy Faithfulness
As I reflect on tomorrow (February 5, 2025), which marks six months since we arrived in Zambia, all I can say is Great is Thy Faithfulness!
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Laura Hietala
Dec 4, 2024
Beautiful Feet
As it is written, 'How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the good news!'
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Laura Hietala
Nov 13, 2024
Winter 2024 Newsletter
Check out the latest news as we anticipate the close of 2024!
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Laura Hietala
Oct 9, 2024
My Sweet Friend, Elizabeth
A few days ago, I met an 8-yo girl in the Social Welfare Office named Elizabeth.
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Laura Hietala
Oct 4, 2024
HIV/AIDS Crisis in Zambia's Children
While the number of new HIV infections is steadily declining, HIV/AIDS is still the leading cause of death in Zambia.
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Laura Hietala
Sep 23, 2024
Please Pray for Zambia
Right now, Zambia is in the midst of a severe drought, which is limiting power availability and escalating food/water prices.
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Laura Hietala
Sep 5, 2024
Welcome to Nsansa Village!
Check out our latest video with additional information about Nsansa Village!
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Laura Hietala
Sep 2, 2024
Sundays at Nsansa Village
On Sundays at Nsansa Village, the front gate is unlocked, and all street children are invited in.
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Laura Hietala
Aug 30, 2024
Lord, Refine Me
Please God, continue to refine me and purify my heart… Prune away everything that is not of you.
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Laura Hietala
Aug 27, 2024
A Look into Nsansa Village
Here is a little glimpse into Nsansa Village.
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Laura Hietala
Aug 9, 2024
Whew, We Made It!
We made it to Zambia! Thank you all for the prayers - it couldn’t have gone smoother.
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Laura Hietala
Aug 2, 2024
T-Minus 48 Hours...
As I reflect on the past week, there are so many emotions on my heart.
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Laura Hietala
Jul 31, 2024
IMPORTANT: Fundraising Update
We leave for Zambia on August 4, which is less than five days away, and we need YOUR help!
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Laura Hietala
Jul 24, 2024
August 2024 Newsletter
Check out the latest news as we anticipate our trip to Lusaka, Zambia on August 4, 2024!
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Morgan Gobely
Jul 15, 2024
Well... Here We GO!
Our tickets to Lusaka, Zambia are booked for August 4, 2024!
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Laura Hietala
Jul 2, 2024
Life Update: Officially Homeless
Our house sold and we are officially homeless as we transition to Lusaka, Zambia.
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Laura Hietala
Jul 2, 2024
Nsansa Village: Part 2
Nsansa is expanding to a new property - and there is significant progress!
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Laura Hietala
Jun 26, 2024
Nsansa Village Overview: Part 1
The primary goal of Nsansa Village is to rescue as many children off the streets of Lusaka, Zambia as possible.
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Laura Hietala
Jun 23, 2024
Bostic: A Street Drug Devastating Zambia's Children
The drug called "bostic" is devastating street children in Zambia.
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Laura Hietala
Jun 18, 2024
Nsansa Village: Street Outreach
There are tens of thousands of children living on the streets of Lusaka. Nsansa Village serves them through meals, conversation, and prayer.
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