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Sabari’s Story: How Your Prayers and Support Are Changing Lives

Sabari’s Story: How Your Prayers and Support Are Changing Lives

We are so grateful for your continued prayers and support for the children and families we serve through Embrace a Village’s Little Lights after-school program. Your generosity is making a profound difference in the lives of children like Sabari. Sabari, a bright-eyed...

Newsletter from EAV – August 2024

Newsletter from EAV – August 2024

In communities affected by leprosy, where stigma and physical limitations make employment nearly impossible, Embrace a Village's rice distribution program provides vital support. Every quarter, 1,800 families – about 8,100 individuals – receive 10kg of rice each...

A Heartfelt Thank You: Transforming Lives Together

A Heartfelt Thank You: Transforming Lives Together

Today, I want to share with you a powerful story that beautifully illustrates the profound impact your generosity has on the lives of those we serve through Embrace a Village. Santha Mary was only nine years old when she first noticed strange patches on her skin. Her...

Transforming Lives: The Incredible Journey of Thankaraj

Transforming Lives: The Incredible Journey of Thankaraj

Thankaraj's Journey of Faith and Friendship Today we get to share an incredible story of transformation and hope that has been made possible through your generous support of Embrace a Village and the intentional love of God! Let me introduce you to Thankaraj, a...

Medical packets are saving lives.

Medical packets are saving lives.

Medical packets are saving lives! We wanted to take a moment to share with you the work and care that goes into providing the medical care those we serve desperately need, especially in remote villages. Anyone can contract leprosy, and unfortunately, there is still a...

The story of Jaipunisha – from trauma to joy

The story of Jaipunisha – from trauma to joy

From Trauma to Joy: the transformative power of God’s love for leprosy patients. Jaipunisha's story is one filled with heartache, pain, and loneliness. At the young age of 25, she was diagnosed with leprosy, one of the most stigmatized diseases in the world. Her...

The story of Devraj – a leprosy patient who found hope

The story of Devraj – a leprosy patient who found hope

Heartwarming tale of hope and courage. Today we share with you the incredible story of Devraj, a leprosy patient from a small village in Pollachi, Coimbatore district. Devraj was a farmer who was affected by leprosy at the age of 30. Sadly, his family never took him...

Highlights you won’t want to miss – January 2023

Highlights you won’t want to miss – January 2023

Breaking cycles within the upcoming generation! Little Lights was started to help kids impacted by leprosy thrive in their education, learn about God, and receive a nutritious meal each day. It’s free for families, helps students find joy in learning, and boosts their...

Outcasted from society, yet Palaniswami found hope.

Outcasted from society, yet Palaniswami found hope.

Outcasted from society, yet he found hope. We have had the honor to serve Palaniswami in our hospice center, his experience with leprosy first starts when he was only 22 years old. He didn’t know what was happening to him or where to turn. He first sought out help...

Helping 20 children without access to education.

Helping 20 children without access to education.

The Embrace a Village team is ready to get to work to reach 200 families who are currently not receiving any help. From those we have been able to serve over the years, we know the urgency to reach those who do not know the message of hope nor have anyone caring for...

Little Lights had a Christmas event full of joy and celebration!

Little Lights had a Christmas event full of joy and celebration!

The joy of the Christmas season made its way to the children we serve, it was a day we will all remember and cherish! While this season is about celebrating the gift we were given in Jesus Christ, we strive to pass on that love and hope to those we serve – especially...

It’s Giving Tuesday!

It’s Giving Tuesday!

Today is Giving Tuesday – a beautiful way to start the giving season with an act of generosity.  This time of year holds a lot for all of us. As you shop for gifts, prepare for meals around the table with loved ones, and reflect on the celebration of Jesus’ birth,...