As we begin the new year, we want to share highlights from December, how we closed out 2025, and reflect on the continued work of our teams supporting Christian families around the world. Throughout December, our focus remained on practical, long-term solutions: education, food security, livelihoods, and community safety that help families remain rooted and move toward stability.

Read about the initiatives we worked on in this month’s Updates From The Field. We also look forward to sending you our 2025 Impact Report in the coming weeks, so you can see the full scope of what your prayers and support have made possible.

Here are the highlights from December:

IRAQ

Orphanage Support:

In Northern Iraq, more than 450 Christian children were left orphaned after years of conflict. Our team in Iraq partnered with local monasteries to support the priests caring for these children, providing resources for education programs and helping cover essential expenses.

By investing in their schooling and daily needs, this initiative aims to give these children the foundation for a brighter future, equipping them with the tools and opportunities to thrive despite the challenges they face.

Solar Power for Community Safety:

In Qaraqosh Province, northern Iraq, our team partnered with the municipality of Sarsing to install solar panels on electricity poles, powering street lamps and providing diesel for patrol trucks. This initiative helps protect around 700 Christian residents by supporting nightly patrols and creating a safer environment in a region still threatened by heavy extremist activity.

KENYA

Agriculture Project Follow-Up:

Our team conducted follow-up visits to crop production sites in Osingo Village, Migori, and Mapashe Village in Transmara West. Despite below-average rainfall since October, the community volunteer farmers remain optimistic as crops continue to develop, with expectations for a productive harvest this month, January 2026. These ongoing efforts reflect the resilience of local communities and the long-term impact of sustainable agricultural support.

Green Peak Academy Expansion:

Renovation work and new classroom construction are underway at Green Peak Academy to accommodate incoming Grade 6 students. This expansion will benefit approximately 60 students by providing improved learning spaces and allowing the school to continue offering consistent, high-quality education as students progress to higher grade levels. These upgrades enhance the academy’s capacity to support families and foster long-term educational outcomes within the community.

LEBANON

Bakery Project Now Operational:

Our bakery project in Lebanon is now fully operational, providing affordable, fresh bread and other baked goods to Christian communities impacted by conflict and economic hardship. It may look small, but this project is mighty, helping feed around 2,500 Christians per month, subsidized by our program. In addition to meeting daily food needs, the bakery has created local jobs for 15 families and a sustainable source of income, helping them remain rooted in their community. This initiative strengthens food security and offers long-term stability in a region facing ongoing uncertainty.

NIGERIA

Sewing Program Graduation:

Our latest cohort of 15 girls in Nigeria successfully completed their sewing training, graduating on December 18th. Through a year of hands-on instruction, they gained practical skills that will enable them to begin supporting themselves and their families.

Despite the challenges they face, these young women showed determination and commitment throughout the program. Their graduation marks an important step toward long-term stability, self-sufficiency, and meaningful opportunity.

SYRIA

Supporting Christian Workers in the Suburbs of Damascus:

In the Christian suburbs of Damascus, our team organized a large exhibition to support local farmers, artisans, and food producers. Over 250 families, around 1,500 Christians, received a spot to showcase their products to more than 10,000 visitors, providing both income and exposure for their small businesses. The event also included a small festival for children, creating a sense of community while helping families sustain their livelihoods in a challenging environment.

That wraps up this month’s Updates From The Field!

Thank you for walking alongside us as we serve the persecuted and displaced.

Every community strengthened is a reminder of God’s faithfulness and your role in bringing hope and stability to those who need it most. We are grateful for your continued prayers and partnership, and we cannot wait to share the full impact of 2025 with you soon and all that we can accomplish in 2026.

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