“What would you like to do when you grow up?”

In a simple notebook, Cyrus and Julie’s youngest daughter, Irene, once wrote, “I want to help poor people.”

At Julie’s Heart Cry, we are continually learning how to see people rightly.

Throughout the year, the staff of Julie’s Heart Cry likes to pause and remind you how deeply we covet your prayers.

These girls are children themselves, facing circumstances no youngster should ever endure.

At just 11 years old, Milka walked 15 to 20 miles each day selling wet sand used to scrub pots and pans. She was simply trying to earn money to buy food for her family

God allowed us to meet Benicia and her 8-month-old son while visiting a displaced village on the outskirts of Bangui in the Central African Republic.

One of our ministry’s long-term goals is to develop and equip local leaders in the Central African Republic (CAR). Your support allows us to invest in the growth, confidence, and leadership capacity of these men and women who faithfully serve on the ground each day.

In 2025, 31 churches united with us, and 81 pastors gathered for teaching, fellowship, and encouragement. The hunger for God’s Word was unmistakable, and because of your generosity, we were able to respond in a powerful and meaningful way.