Sreymon was struggling to care for her baby and she didn’t know where to turn for help. In her remote village in Cambodia, she had never had an opportunity to learn certain essentials, such as recognizing the signs of malnutrition or how to practice healthy hygiene. Deeply-embedded cultural superstitions also contributed to Sreymon’s confusion and…
Operation Christmas Child
The Gospel Transforms a Teen in Cambodia
Living in a country steeped in false religions, Phirun’s* faith in Jesus Christ is tested. But the teenager does not let that stop her joy from being complete. Not that long ago—without God in her life—she lied, stole, and persistently bullied others. The change in her life began when she attended the lessons of The…
Discipleship, Education & Training
Cambodian Mother Learns About Feeding and Faith
Oeurn, 20, used to struggle to know how to feed her two young children. But then as she began learning from Samaritan’s Purse staff members, things began to change. The young mother participated in the Samaritan’s Purse First Steps for Maternal and Newborn Health project where she learned about the importance of exclusive breastfeeding in…
50 Years of Ministry
Providing Decades of Clean Water
In the fourth chapter of the Gospel of John, Jesus meets a Samaritan woman at Jacob’s well and asks her for a drink of water. As they talk, Jesus tells her about “living water,” which puzzles her. “Sir, You have nothing to draw with, and the well is deep. Where then do You get that…
Animals, Agriculture & Livelihoods
From Garden to Kingdom
From Garden to Kingdom Little seeds Buried in freshly turned earth Watered, encouraged Spring from darkness to light A miracle Tended, nurtured The plants grow green and strong Blossoming Flourishing seeds Now producing their fruit Ripened, harvested, washed Hungry? Ready to eat! Or prepared for market Sold—Joy! Income yields health Blessings Gospel seeds Hearts open to…
Animals, Agriculture & Livelihoods
Life Is Different Than Before
For years, El Sara’s family lived under the strain of unmet needs. Paying debts felt overwhelming, and providing for her children’s education seemed impossible. “I didn’t know who to rely on. I didn’t know what to do,” she said. “I decided to pray to God.” In the midst of that uncertainty, Samaritan’s Purse came alongside…
Discipleship, Education & Training
Anti-Trafficking Programs Help Families in Cambodia
Morning’s first light brought the promise of a long day for those already making their way across the Cambodia border into Thailand. The work awaiting them, likely in construction or agriculture, would prove brutal in the smothering heat. For families from impoverished Cambodian villages—where there’s no means of earning an income—survival depends on finding a…
Our Ministry
WFLA/iHeart Radio Fundraiser: Drill a Well in Cambodia
Help Drill a Well in Cambodia GIVE NOW Freshwater Wells - 13924 Give Samaritan’s Purse is grateful that WFLA morning show host Preston Scott is promoting our clean water efforts in Cambodia this Christmas season! We are thankful to iHeart Radio and listeners like you for your support! Impoverished families often struggle to find clean…
Crisis & Disaster Response
Asia Flooding Triggers Relief Responses in Three Countries
A series of deadly tropical storms in rapid succession has caused catastrophic damage and the worst flooding that parts of Southeast Asia have endured in more than four decades. Floodwaters, fallen trees, and debris have left entire villages inaccessible. Hundreds of thousands of homes across the region are damaged or destroyed. Decimated crops have left…
Media
International Projects
International Projects These photographs are available for news media outlet use in coverage of Samaritan's Purse-related stories. If your news outlet uses a photograph, please credit: "Courtesy of Samaritan's Purse." These photographs are not for commercial use. Colombia Samaritan's Purse is providing baby kits packed with prenatal vitamins, nutritional supplements, newborn clothes, diapers, and wipes to…
