Thanks to the generous support of individuals in the CTK Network, funds were recently sent to Pastor Ronaldo Mamintod (National Pastor for CTK Philippines) to give Bibles to small group participants in their language.  For many of these people, this is the first time they have had a Bible of their own. 

In Surallah, Pastor Ronaldo is starting a program to meet the desperate needs of street children, which he described in a recent note:

Education, and morality is very low here in the Philippines. I live in the dark side of the city and I know that some people, instead of finding a job, want to drink and to play gambling outside their house. They depend much on what the government may give them.

For this reason CTK Philippines is launching a new program to help the poor and needy children who live in the street and even in the market places.  For only $50 a month (the same amount you may spend on daily snacks), we can provide food, medical/dental care, and help them finish their education.

If you would like to help sponsor a child in the Philippines in the name of Jesus, please go to www.ctkonline.com/giving.  With online giving you can set up a recurring gift for this purpose - simply select the "Worldwide" fund, and the "Philippines - Orphans" subfund.   For more information, contact Pastor Ronaldo. 

Stacey King and Michaela Beauvais of CTK Nampa (ID) saw a need for Christmas cheer for the victims of domestic and child abuse, and decided to do something about it.  On December 20, After 3 months of work with others at CTK Nampa, thirteen women and 32 children were blessed with a Christmas party in which they received gifts of many kinds.  "The intention was never to preach, but to build relationships and think and be outside our own lives" according to King.

Members of CTK Nampa made private cash donations, brought gently used and new women's and children's clothing, and sponsored each child with a gender and age specific gift to be handed out by Santa and Mrs. Clause.  Custom earrings were made by Darnell Haskell for each mother, and Kathy Ingram who owns a salon in Caldwell, donated haircuts and cosmetics so that they could feel fresh and confident as they look for work. 

The 13 mothers also had an opportunity to shop for free clothing for both themselves and their children.  "Many of these women are left home with little or nothing.  Hopefully this helped them reclaim part of their lives, and gave them the tools to search for new jobs along with coats and winter clothing for their children," said Beauvais. 

 "It was truly a miracle how folks have responded," King added.

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Beginning Wednesday, February 16, CTK Burlington (WA) will be hosting Financial Peace University, a 13-week curriculum developed by author and radio host Dave Ramsey for helping people get out of debt and manage their finances.  Anyone interested in joining the class should contact Amy Martinez at CTK Burlington ASAP.  Cost of materials is $99.50/household.  If you are undecided, the first class is free.  Attend on February 16 and make your final decision afterward.

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