History

The Call

In September 1996, God laid a burden on the hearts of Ken and Angelica Oosting to get involved in a ministry. God brought a street child into their lives during their honeymoon in Iligan City, Philippines. It soon became clear to the Oostings that God was presenting the needs of street children as a mission project.

Today there are over 1.2 million children living on the streets in the Philippines. Many children are abandoned or orphaned by the age of two. With no adult supervision, many children become involved in crime and prostitution in a desperate struggle to survive. The majority of street children live a brief, unhappy life with no one to share the saving love of God with them.

The Mission

Christians’ Haven is an evangelistic outreach to street children and orphans of the Philippines. Our mission is to free these children from poverty and despair and introduce them to Jesus Christ. Committed Christian house parents and ministry teams share God’s love with the children by providing them protection, shelter, discipline, care and education. The ultimate goal is to make disciples for Christ.

The goal is to introduce these children to the love and saving grace of our Lord by providing:
• Parental love and affection
• A safe, wholesome environment in which to grow
• The teachings of the Bible
• Guidance in our faith
• Education
• Food and Clothing
• Medical and Dental Care
• Vocational training

The Challenge

Is God calling you to share His love with these children? Christians' Haven is looking for churches and individuals to share in this life-saving outreach ministry.

“Primary Support Churches” are needed to partner with Christians’ Haven by providing $1000 per month (lesser amounts for churches under 200 people) and constant prayer.

Individuals are also needed to provide prayer, financial support, write letters, and to send birthday and Christmas gifts to the children. This can be accomplished through the Child Sponsorship Program.

Please visit the ‘Sponsor’ page for more information on how you can be a part of the life-saving ministry of Christians’ Haven.