Providing emergency housing and care for children in South Africa
Marv and Marie Bjorklund, partnered with TRC Ministries, operate Place of Hope Africa, a registered non-profit organization in South Africa.
Since 2004, Marv and Marie have been living in South Africa and have seen first-hand the need for emergency shelter for children caused by AIDS, neglect, poverty, alcohol, and abuse. Having previously lived in Minnesota, Marv and Marie now live full-time in South Africa and have been working to provide a home for these children.
“It has been encouraging to us that since we have started our ministry…others have come along side wanting to partner with us. Filling in the areas we have had a vision for but never expected to start so soon, as sewing, beading, mechanics, building, to name a few. These people are also led by the Lord and have the same vision we do—to help those of South Africa (regardless of age) and give them a better life and hope for the future!”
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“There is nothing like giving these children love, security, helping them overcome a traumatic situation they have been through, along with planting seeds in their hearts.”
At present, the most loving and practical need is for a home of their own. “Our current living arrangement is that we have a house in exchange for Marv being maintenance manager. At the age of 86, this is just becoming too much for him physically. His time would be much better spent in our own ministry.”
The majority of the funding for Place of Hope Africa comes through donations from the United States.
While not everyone can move to South Africa, we hope that you would consider partnering with us in supporting Place of Hope Africa with your prayers, sharing their ministry on your social media platform, or by giving financially. Give securely here, or mail a check to: PO Box 1196, Alexandria, MN 56308. Please include POHA in the memo section.
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