Serving Children in Liberia

Around 40 children live in a group setting at two different homes in Liberia. They range in age from 5-20 years old. Lifesong Liberia provides food, clothing, education and medical care for the children who live here. Each site has resident matrons, or caregivers, who are responsible for the care and well-being of the children.

All of our children attend church on a regular basis, and many of the older ones are directly involved in church activities, including singing in choir, playing musical instruments, teaching younger children and being on the dance team. Devotional activities are a part of each day at our homes, sometimes led by the older children. Additionally, caregivers, other staff, and volunteers work to mentor the kids, encouraging them in their life of faith in Christ and helping them deal with the many challenges they face, especially as they grow older.

Both of our homes have schools on campus which serve not only the resident children, but children from the surrounding communities. Our schools have a Christian focus while following the Liberian national school curriculum. These schools provide education for nursery through 6th grade. Students who are in grades 7-12 attend various Junior High and High Schools in nearby communities. Both of our homes also have libraries where students can study, do research and read for pleasure.

The water packaging business, named Lifesong Water is providing some sustainability for Lifesong Liberia. Filtered water is packaged into small, handheld bags and then packed into larger units of 200 bags. These large bags are sold to various churches, businesses, and other entities. Safe drinking water is still a challenge in Liberia, and these bags are essential, especially in the dry season.

Our teens have the opportunity to participate in vocational classes two to three times a week after school hours. Classes cover a variety of topics and provide hands-on experiences and training. Computer education, agriculture, carpentry, cosmetology, hair care and design, baking and catering, electricity, interior decoration, and music are some of the subjects that have been offered. The vocational program is held five days a week in the summer months.