Imagine a sprawling, broken and dirty city road dotted with storefronts full of trinkets being sold by men shooting leering looks in your direction. You tug the scarf a little tighter around your chin and grab your tiny child’s hand, walking quickly towards the little vendor down the block, dodging motorcycles and mangy dogs scrounging through garbage in the street. The men’s stares follow you the whole way.
Your child’s eyes look up to meet yours, “Mama, can we buy some eggs today?”
The innocent face nearly breaks your heart because you know the cost of a dozen eggs is more than you make in an entire day. You clutch in your hand your meager bit of money as you try to forget about the bleak meal you’ll be feeding your child once again. You wonder, “What has life come to? How will I ever provide for my child without stooping to desperate measures?”
MILLIONS OF MOTHERS FACE THIS TRAGIC CIRCUMSTANCE EVERY DAY.
This scenario is not uncommon for young, at-risk mothers around the world. Unable to provide for their child’s basic needs, desperate choices are made to survive. Rarely will these mothers ever be able to lift themselves and their children out of hopeless poverty.
BUT THROUGH SUPPORT FROM PEOPLE JUST LIKE YOU—LIVES ARE CHANGING.
MORIYA ETHIOPIAN ACCESSORIES IS LIVING, BREATHING PROOF OF THE FRUITS OF YOUR GENEROSITY.
Single, at-risk mothers are given skills that allow them to support their families with dignity. As they learn to weave, sew and create beautiful products, they also find a sense of purpose and strength—qualities they can proudly pass on to their children. Through the love and support within Moriya, these children are then able to thrive and reach their God-given potential.
YOU CAN PLAY A ROLE IN THIS LIFE-CHANGING WORK AND BLESS YOUR MOM THIS MOTHER’S DAY.
Go to ETSY to see our brand new prices and beautiful spring designs that all the moms in your life will love!
Or if you’re near the LSM office, you can stop in and purchase from the full collection!
We need your help getting the word out about Moriya Ethiopian Accessories!
Consider hosting a Mother’s Day Party and sharing these stories!
Contact amber@loving-shepherd.org for more information on how you can host a meaningful party for the moms in your life.