City of Refuge

Congratulations to Ernest and Doris on their special day! 💕🎉

Last Saturday, they embarked on a new journey together, and we couldn't be more thrilled to celebrate their love and union! 💗

City of Refuge Ministries is honored to have been a part of their journey and can't wait to see what the future holds for this amazing couple. 🙏

Join us in wishing Ernest and Doris a lifetime of happiness, laughter, and adventure together! 💕

LAST DAY AT BEJAMSE!

We wrapped up our medical screening outreach at our Mission House in Bejamse, and what a day it was! Despite the rain, our community came out in full force to receive medical care and love.

We're grateful for the opportunity to serve and make a difference in the lives of those we've grown to love. It's been an incredible journey, and we're thankful for every moment spent here.

As we pack up and head home, our hearts remain with the people of Bejamse. We'll be back!

Our CORM kids are serving their own families and communities they once called home, breaking the cycle of need and becoming the ones making a difference!

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We're thrilled to kick off our medical screening outreach at Mosekope, a community where some of our CORM kids call home. It's heartwarming to see our young leaders have the opportunity to give back and make a difference in the lives of their people.

Our medical team and volunteers are dedicated to providing quality healthcare and showing God's love in action. We're grateful for the support and prayers that make this mission possible!

Stay tuned for more updates from our medical screening outreach!

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We're thrilled to share that we've arrived safely at Bejamse, Mission House! Our team had a wonderful time resting, playing, and bonding with the kids here.

But we're not just here to relax - we're also gearing up for a crucial medical screening mission! This Thursday and Friday, we'll be serving the communities in Bejamse and surrounding areas, providing much-needed medical check-ups and care.

Pray for us as we prepare to serve and make a difference in the lives of those we'll be touching. We're grateful for this opportunity to share God's love in action!

Stay tuned for more updates from our mission trip!

Today was our final day of basketball camp, and what a week it's been! We're so proud of our young athletes for their hard work, teamwork, and dedication.

A huge thank you to Coach Evan for dedicating his time and expertise to teach these kids the game and valuable life lessons. Your impact will be felt long after the final whistle blows!

We also want to extend our gratitude to Judy Shaw Ministries for their support in making this basketball camp a reality. Your partnership is invaluable, and we're grateful for your commitment to empowering our community.

As we wrap up this camp, we're already looking forward to the next one. Until then, we'll keep cheering on these young champions!

We're thrilled to share our latest harvest of fresh okro from our farm here at City of Refuge Ministries!

Our farm is more than just a plot of land - it's a symbol of hope, resilience, and self-sufficiency. We're committed to growing our own food and taking care of ourselves.
Join us in celebrating this new harvest!

We're excited to share our summer basketball camp, happening now through Thursday! Coach Evan and our university students are leading the charge, teaching the our kids and the community kids not only how to sink shots but also valuable life lessons.

Check out some highlights from yesterday and today's sessions - we're loving the enthusiasm and energy!

Stay tuned for more updates and behind-the-scenes peeks into our camp!

We're overjoyed to announce that our young men and women have completed the Coming of Age program! It's been an incredible week, witnessing their bravery and growth as they embrace their faith and purpose.

Today, we gathered at church to honor and celebrate their journey. We prayed for their continued guidance and wisdom, and their parents presented the ladies with purity rings and the men with purity bracelets - a beautiful symbol of their commitment to God and themselves.

We're amazed at how God is already working in their lives, and we can't wait to see the incredible things they'll achieve!

We're thrilled to announce that our self-sustainability project is thriving! Today, we harvested 3000 fishes, and we're excited to share that they've all been sold!

But that's not the end of the story... We're already gearing up for the next cycle! We'll be restocking with new fishes and raising them to be sold again. Join us in celebrating this milestone and praying for continued success in our endeavors!

Day 4: Cooking Up a Storm!

After a morning at the market, our young adult, took to the kitchen to put their new skills to the test! With confidence and creativity, they cooked up a delicious meal, experimenting with flavors and techniques.

We're beaming with pride as they continue to grow in independence and self-sufficiency. Bon appétit!

Day 4: Learning Life Skills

Today, our young adults took a step towards independence as they visited the market to learn the art of grocery shopping! They discovered how to select fresh produce, navigate prices, and make smart purchasing decisions.

With guidance from our mentors, they acquired essential skills in buying food items for cooking, a crucial aspect of self-sufficiency. This hands-on experience will benefit them as they prepare for their future.

We're proud to see them grow and develop valuable life skills that will serve them well in years to come.

Day 3 of Coming of Age: Serving the Community!

Day 3 of Coming of Age: Serving the Community!

Our young men and women rolled up their sleeves and gave back to the community today!

They visited a clinic in Doryumu and got to work:

Weeding the grounds
Cleaning the entire facility

Their hard work and dedication are a testament to the impact they'll make in their communities. We're proud of them!

Day 2: “Coming of Age”
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Day 2: “Coming of Age”

Today, our young adults embarked on a journey of self-discovery and growth. They participated in Career Assessment lessons, uncovering their strengths, interests, and talents.

We delved into Bible passages that taught us about the power of self-control, guiding us to make wise choices and decisions that align with our values.

In worship and prayer, we sought God's guidance and wisdom, asking for clarity on our future paths and purposes. We prayed for courage to pursue our dreams and make a positive impact in the world.

As they navigate this pivotal stage in life, we're committed to supporting and equipping them with the tools and wisdom needed to thrive.

Day one of our "Coming of Age"

Day one of our "Coming of Age" program has begun!

In Doryumu, traditional puberty rites often lead to teenage pregnancy and harm. But we're changing that narrative!

Our "Coming of Age" program offers a positive alternative, equipping 19 young men and women to:

Live Godly lives
Build character
Develop life skills

Join us in celebrating these amazing students as they embark on this transformative journey!

As the school term comes to a close at Faith Roots International Academy, we're thrilled to welcome our parents to Parent-Teacher Conferences!

Today, our parents got to see firsthand the progress their children have made this term. We're so proud of our students' hard work and achievements!

A big thank you to our dedicated teachers and staff for their tireless efforts in nurturing and educating our children.

We're grateful for the supportive community that makes City of Refuge Ministries and Faith Roots International Academy thrive.

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Today marks the final chapel service for the term at Faith Roots International Academy!

We ended the term on a high note, reflecting on John 5:1-5, the story of the man healed at the pool of Bethesda. May the promise of God's healing and restoration be our portion as we head into the break.

May we carry the hope and assurance of Jesus' presence with us, and may His grace be our constant companion.

Thank you to our chapel speakers, teachers, and staff for making this term a memorable one.

This summer, August 4-11, we are hosting our next batch of Coming of Age Candidates. Students participate in lessons on integrity, self-control, obedience, justice, and courage during their week-long adventure. They learn new practical skills in budgeting, preparing for the workforce & careers, learning to budget and prepare meals, and tools they can use moving into senior high school and university environments. They have opportunities to walk in vulnerability with each other, experience healing prayer and worship, participate in excursions and service projects, and be poured into by leaders from around the globe.

Our next batch of students includes seventeen really cool young men and women. The majority of the participants are from CORM, including kids who were brought to CORM as infants and are now young men, kids who were rescued from trafficking and now call CORM home, and even a couple newly arrived teens placed by social welfare. Two fabulous young women from the community attending our junior high program at Faith Roots will also join the group. Their parents or grandparents signed them up, recognizing their need for a Christ-centered call into adulthood. We are so excited to help them grow and learn and to walk with them toward the future that God has called them to!

Our long-term ministry partner, Heartbeat for Africa, is sending a team to Ghana to help facilitate this year's Coming of Age program. The team includes several of our staff, our director's team, and some of our own graduated university students! But we need your help to make this possible for these 17 young adults!

First and foremost, we need your prayer covering. This week can be challenging and emotionally and physically exhausting for some of these kids. We have seen all kinds of things come forward over the years--from confessions to healings, rebellion to restoration, resistance to vulnerability, apathy to great depth of faith. We want what God wants for these candidates. They not only face their fears during this week, but they also face their future. We want to see God's good work in their lives and as they move forward into all He has for them! Would you help hold these students up in your prayers?

Secondly, we would like your partnership. Each student's participation in the program costs City of Refuge Ministries approximately $300. These students have so many opportunities this week, and we would love to have some partnerships to help us prepare to celebrate these young teens and send them into adulthood, where they will be well-equipped with a biblical understanding of who they are in Christ.

Will you partner with us to provide this life-changing experience to our youth?

(Article from our newsletter; visit our website, www.cormghana.org, to sign up for our newsletter.)

Help Support 2024 Coming of Age Program Provide life changing experiences that will shape our teens into adults In the community of Doryumu, a common puberty rites practice is performed for young women called Dipo. Though still culturally accepted and encouraged in many Adangme communities, this practice often leads to teenage pregnancy a...

Day 3
Today, we returned to the community of Hausa Kope. Our mission was to renovate one of the classrooms at the local school, providing a better learning environment for the children.

As we worked, we were surrounded by the eager faces of the kids, curious about our every move. We also got to spend some quality time with them, sharing games, laughter, stories, and moments of joy.

Seeing the smiles on their faces and the sparkle in their eyes reminded us of the true meaning of our mission. It's not just about renovating a classroom, but about investing in the future of these precious children.

We're grateful for the opportunity to make a difference in their lives and to be a part of their story.

Day 2: Hausa Kope Community Outreach

Today, our team ventured to Hausa Kope, a community nestled near the Volta Lake. We were privileged to conduct health screenings and share God's love in practical ways.

But what struck us most was the profound impact this community had on our team. As we served, we were reminded of God's immense love for us and the incredible potential each of us has to make a difference in the lives of others.

We're grateful for the opportunity to be a blessing, but also for the blessing we received from this incredible community. May we continue to be vessels of God's love and kindness wherever we go!