Thanksgiving
In October of last year, Kings and Queens International said YES to taking in 13 abandoned boys from another orphanage that would soon be closing; they would be put back on the streets with no hope. At that time, we had no money, no home, and no means to support them, but we felt God calling us to take them in, just as He takes us as believers into His welcoming arms. It is with humbled, thankful hearts that we reflect on the past year. God made the impossible possible. In his sovereignty, He opened every door needed. Here are just a few of the blessings and miracles we have seen:
In just a few months, God brought sponsors for the deserving young men, making it possible for them to live in our home. He has given them a hope and a future, providing for all of their physical needs. God used these sponsors to make our dream of keeping these boys off of the streets a reality.
God brought a $25,000 donation in December 2018 that allowed us to pay a year's lease on a home for the boys and furnish it, just before their time ran out in the other orphanage.
God continued to raise up supporters through fundraisers we have had such as our first gala, Kings and Queens BBQ, and Giving Tuesday.
God brought our first boy to us who is directly off of the streets. We were able to welcome him into our home. He is thriving!
God reunited one of the boys in our home with his brother. We were able to take his brother in, and their reunion has been a gift!
God brought us a future self-sustaining and beautiful piece of land for an incredible price that we were able to pay for in full.
God has fully provided for the renovations of an existing building on the property that the boys can soon live in so we can continue to grow.
We are about to bring four new boys into our home who have all been fully sponsored!
Please join us in praising the Lord for these incredible gifts, and continue spreading word of this ministry. We need you, and are so grateful for your partnership and generosity.
"I will give thanks to the Lord with my whole heart; I will recount all of your wonderful deeds. I will be glad and exult in you; I will sing praise to your name, O Most High."
Pslam 9:1-2
Please Consider Kings and Queens for year-end giving! Your support means so much to us, and our ministry depends on it!
All About the Boys
We celebrated Alejandro and Jhoan's both birthdays this month. Jhoan was formerly known as Mateo, but because he is now 18, his true identity can be revealed (pictured left in above photo)!
The boys are extremely eager to move into their new home on our property very soon. They are so grateful, and are looking forward to playing a lot of soccer on the land.
Giving Tuesday
We are so grateful for those who supported Kings & Queens on Giving Tuesday, a nationally recognized day of giving. We were blessed to raise $9,458 in one day!
Summer Mission Trip Dates:
June 17 -26, 2019
July 20-30, 2019
Email us for more information on these teams. Planning and fundraising are happening now. We would love to have you see firsthand what God is doing in Peru!
Rivaldo's Testimony
I'm Rivaldo. My parents have five sons. I am the third son. My family is from extreme poverty. I could not count on the help of my parents to continue my education. I had to find somewhere else to live. I arrived at a home for abandoned boys at the age of twelve. I missed my family. Spanish was the language spoken in the home. I did not know Spanish because I am from an ethnic group called Ticuna. It was very hard for me to transition. Now, little by little, I am learning the language and feel better. When I got older, I moved to the home for abandoned boys in Iquitos. There I accepted Christ as my Savior. My life changed; now my life makes sense. I was baptised with some of my other friends in the home. Now I am a part of Divine Grace Evangelical Christian Church. It is a privilege to be a part of this church and community. My dream is to become a great nurse. With my career, I can serve the Lord and reach many people who do not know the love of God. I want to return home and support my parents. God is good. With his mercy, I will reach my goals. Thank you for all the support you give me and for always being with us boys. Through this ministry, I know the love of God.