There will be another Monica
Imagine being dropped off at an institution as a baby and, five years later, having never been on an outing—not around the corner, not to a park, not even for a simple ride in a vehicle.
Together, we can offer these kids hope
Until recently, we had never heard of a child being required to leave an orphanage at just 5 years old! This reality is both shocking and heartbreaking.
Part 2: Meeting needs, changing eternities
As you read this, Cyrus and I will have just returned from a two-week ministry trip to the Central African Republic.
Part 1: The children no one wants
Street children—children with no place to call home—often beg or steal simply to survive. These are not acts of rebellion, but desperate attempts to quiet an empty stomach, escape danger, and make it through another day.
The tragic realities facing Africa’s kids
Your support makes it possible for us to continue reaching vulnerable women and children with the hope of the gospel.
A 10-Year-Old Girl’s Dream Is Still Changing the World
“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.”
Accountability that comes with following Christ
Of the many absolutes in our faith that often keep me awake at night, one stands above the rest: as a follower of Christ, I will one day give an account for how I used my life to serve the Lord.
Seeing people as God sees them
At Julie’s Heart Cry, we are continually learning how to see people rightly.
The power of prayer
Throughout the year, the staff of Julie’s Heart Cry likes to pause and remind you how deeply we covet your prayers.
Child Mothers Ministry
These girls are children themselves, facing circumstances no youngster should ever endure.
Milka’s Story
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
Benicia: A story of hope and resilience
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.
The team behind the mission
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.
Your gifts provided 800 new Bibles in the CAR
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.
Where mercy opens the door for the gospel
At Julie’s Heart Cry, we stand in awe of what God has allowed us to accomplish in such a short time. None of it has happened by human strategy or strength. Again and again, the Lord has led us first into mercy ministry, using compassion as the doorway through which the gospel can enter and take root.
Milka: A child forced to grow up too soon
We recently featured Milka, a vulnerable young girl whose story mirrors that of many children in her community. Instead of sitting in a classroom, learning and laughing with friends, Milka spent her days collecting sand from a nearby riverbank and selling it door to door – often miles away from home – just so her family could have something to eat that day.
A special little girl needs your prayers
In the coming days, weeks, and months, we are asking you to join us in fervent prayer for a very special little girl and her mother. Their journey is one of heartache, perseverance, and hope—and it reminds us of the power of prayer and God’s providence.
Give today, transform tomorrow
Imagine a world where dreams are nurtured, potential is realized, and every child has the opportunity to thrive. Unfortunately, for thousands of children in the Central African Republic, that world remains out of reach.