May 2010

Giving Thanks for 35 Years

Emmanuel International is beginning celebrations for its 35th Anniversary.  Officially, it all got up and running on September 11, 1975.  As the day approaches, we look both backward and forward.  So many memories and so much to anticipate.

The bottom line: all involved with Emmanuel International over the years share a similar passion. We want to release individuals, families, and communities from the cycle of poverty; to flourish as intended by the Lord.  We have always gone about this via partnerships with local churches, enabling them to become the Infrastructure of Hope to their people.

In small or large ways, we each plant the seeds for freedom from poverty’s grip.  Whether we’ve been around for decades or just came on board this week, we are part of a team which has global impact. 

For me personally – my wife and I have been around 30+ years – it’s most gratifying to observe the overall progress, not always visible over the short-term.  We think of the proverbial analogy of a forest which developed from a few seeds.  It takes time, it’s not easy to track, it requires slow, steady input over the long haul, but it is sure majestic to behold when mature. 

So, for this 35th Anniversary year, we celebrate the mature progress made all over the world because of Emmanuel International.  We also continue to plant the small seeds of freedom via our local church partners – transforming lives, for now and for eternity.

Blessings,

Andrew Atkins
International Director

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