A Miracle of Sight. Love for you neighbour that the whole world can see. If you're having problems viewing this email, click here for the web version. The people in my apartment building? Someone living on my street? The friends I invite over for dinner every other Thursday? Or is Mirsaid – a 9-year-old boy from Afghanistan, my neighbour? Is Anita– a beautiful and bright girl from … [Read more...]
Horn of Africa Crisis – Save a Life Now
August 12, 2011 by
Somalia, Ethiopia and Kenya are facing the worst drought in 60 years. And with food costs skyrocketing, millions of people face malnutrition and the life-long disability that comes with it. You've probably seen the pictures on the news – of children with skin hanging from their bones. Without help, these children's bodies will run out of energy and die. Please, help us feed these children and their families. $50 is enough to provide one month of food rations for a family … [Read more...]
cbm Responding to the Horn of Africa
July 25, 2011 by
E-Newsletter July 2011 cbm Responding to the Horn of Africa Food Crisis Two seasons of drought have left nearly 10 million people in the Horn of Africa on the brink of disaster. cbm's partners in Kenya and Ethiopia are working diligently to get life-saving food and water to the most vulnerable people. [Read about cbm's 3-Step Action Plan] Our Report Back to you: Jan-Jul, 2011 Rescuing forgotten children through cbm Child Sponsorship Eight … [Read more...]
cbm: Last minute Easter surprises with meaning
April 20, 2011 by
At Christmas, I shared with many of our cbm friends how I use our Give Joy catalogue to honour loved ones during the holiday. Easter is another time of year that can be overshadowed by activities and items not central to its real significance. That's why we've created some Easter gifts with meaning – because we know you use these gifts to share important values with your families at this time of year. Chocolate bunnies are great, but do they have the power to change a life? … [Read more...]
cbm – New Hope for Abdulgafar!
April 17, 2011 by
A Celebration of Women loves the work these wonderful Canadians are doing: A Celebration of Women, Last month I sent you an email about a young mom from Ethiopia - Tuba, a 14 year-old who gave birth to Abdulgafar, a boy with hydrocephalus. I want to share a letter I received from Tuba about the incredible transformation that has taken place in their lives. "To my friends in Canada, I am so happy to tell you about the change in Abdulgafar’s life. It all started when cbm’s … [Read more...]
cbm – Spring to Life
April 8, 2011 by
LIFE is what we celebrate each Spring... Jesus' life, love, and sacrifice. The life all around us as birds chirp and trees blossom. The lives cbm rescues from poverty and disability – families on their feet again, children able to go to school, a mom who can now see and provide for her children. Our Easter gift catalogue is full of gifts for every pocket. And, with each gift, you receive an eCard to share with your honoured love one. These cards are a great way of passing your values along to … [Read more...]
