About IPFA Mercy Ministries
Who We Are
IPFA Mercy Ministries (IM) is a charitable organization owned by the Independent Pentecostal Fellowship in Africa church for the purpose of glorifying the Lord through reaching out to the thousands of at risk children throughout Kenya. Since our founding in June 2010 we have acted as instruments of Christ impacting the lives of those we serve. We support a variety of programs in the communities designed to offer a better chance to orphans and vulnerable children in dire living conditions. James 1:27 and Job 29: 4, 7-17 are the greatest inspirations of our mission and the motivation and passion towards attaining our vision.
"Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world. ( James 1:17)”
“Oh, for the days I was in my prime, when God’s intimate friendship blessed my house…. When I went to the gate of the city and took my seat in the public square, the young men saw me and stepped aside and the old men rose to their feet; the chief men refrained from speaking and covered their mouths and their hands; the voices of the nobles were hushed, and their tongues stuck to the roof of their mouths. Whoever heard me spoke well of me and those who saw me commended me, because I rescued the poor who cried for help and the fatherless who had none to assist him. The man who was dying blessed me; I made the widows’ heart sing. I put on righteousness as my clothing; justice was my robe and my turban. I was eyes to the blind and feet to the lame. I was a father to the needy; I took up the case of the stranger. I broke the fangs of the wicked and snatched the victims from their teeth. (Jb 29:4, 7-17, NRSV)”
As Jesus ministers in the streets of the cities 2000 years ago, mothers with their sick and dying little ones in their arms press through the throng, seeking to come within reach of His notice. Behold these mothers, pale, weary, almost despairing, yet determined and persevering. Bearing their burden of suffering, they seek the Saviour. As they are crowded back by the surging throng, Christ makes His way to them step by step, until He is close by their side. Hope springs up in their hearts. Their tears of gladness fall as they catch His attention, and look into the eyes expressing such pity and love.
Singling out one of the group, the Saviour invites her confidence, saying, “What shall I do for thee?” She sobs out her great want, “Master, that Thou wouldest heal my child.” Christ takes the little one from her arms, and disease flees at His touch. The pallor of death is gone; the life-giving current flows through the veins; the muscles receive strength. Words of comfort and peace are spoken to the mother; and then another case, just as urgent, is presented. Again Christ exercises His life-giving power, and all give praise and honor to Him who doeth wonderful things.
Christ is today the same compassionate Saviour as when He walked among men. He is as verily the helper of mothers now as when He gathered the little ones to His arms in Judea.
What We Do
Unnoticed by much of the world, millions of children face inconceivable hardships in their day-to-day lives in Kenya. The numbers alone are striking.
By sponsoring a child, a family, or funding a project, you help us prevent these children from becoming another of the many victims throughout the world. As stewards of Christ:
Orphans and vulnerable children are deprived of their first line of protection – their parents. Reasons include having temporarily or permanently:
Children without the guidance and protection of their primary caregivers are often more vulnerable and at risk of becoming victims of violence, exploitation, trafficking, discrimination or other abuses. In conflict situations, involuntary separation from both family and community protection, sometimes across national borders, greatly increases the child's risk of exposure to violence, physical abuse, exploitation and even death. Surviving children face malnutrition, illness, physical and psychosocial trauma, and impaired cognitive and emotional development. Unaccompanied girls are at especially high risk of sexual abuse.
To donate to support our programmes, please go to our Support Us for guidelines on how to send your donation. You can also call the director at his cell phones +254 724079529, +254 755530202, or email :[email protected] or contact him the contact address below:
IPFA Mercy Ministries
P.O. Box 9120 - 00200
Nairobi - Kenya
East Africa
Office: +254 202109945
Cell: +254 773677594 Email: [email protected]
Website: www.ipfa.weebly.com
IPFA Mercy Ministries (IM) is a charitable organization owned by the Independent Pentecostal Fellowship in Africa church for the purpose of glorifying the Lord through reaching out to the thousands of at risk children throughout Kenya. Since our founding in June 2010 we have acted as instruments of Christ impacting the lives of those we serve. We support a variety of programs in the communities designed to offer a better chance to orphans and vulnerable children in dire living conditions. James 1:27 and Job 29: 4, 7-17 are the greatest inspirations of our mission and the motivation and passion towards attaining our vision.
"Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world. ( James 1:17)”
“Oh, for the days I was in my prime, when God’s intimate friendship blessed my house…. When I went to the gate of the city and took my seat in the public square, the young men saw me and stepped aside and the old men rose to their feet; the chief men refrained from speaking and covered their mouths and their hands; the voices of the nobles were hushed, and their tongues stuck to the roof of their mouths. Whoever heard me spoke well of me and those who saw me commended me, because I rescued the poor who cried for help and the fatherless who had none to assist him. The man who was dying blessed me; I made the widows’ heart sing. I put on righteousness as my clothing; justice was my robe and my turban. I was eyes to the blind and feet to the lame. I was a father to the needy; I took up the case of the stranger. I broke the fangs of the wicked and snatched the victims from their teeth. (Jb 29:4, 7-17, NRSV)”
As Jesus ministers in the streets of the cities 2000 years ago, mothers with their sick and dying little ones in their arms press through the throng, seeking to come within reach of His notice. Behold these mothers, pale, weary, almost despairing, yet determined and persevering. Bearing their burden of suffering, they seek the Saviour. As they are crowded back by the surging throng, Christ makes His way to them step by step, until He is close by their side. Hope springs up in their hearts. Their tears of gladness fall as they catch His attention, and look into the eyes expressing such pity and love.
Singling out one of the group, the Saviour invites her confidence, saying, “What shall I do for thee?” She sobs out her great want, “Master, that Thou wouldest heal my child.” Christ takes the little one from her arms, and disease flees at His touch. The pallor of death is gone; the life-giving current flows through the veins; the muscles receive strength. Words of comfort and peace are spoken to the mother; and then another case, just as urgent, is presented. Again Christ exercises His life-giving power, and all give praise and honor to Him who doeth wonderful things.
Christ is today the same compassionate Saviour as when He walked among men. He is as verily the helper of mothers now as when He gathered the little ones to His arms in Judea.
What We Do
Unnoticed by much of the world, millions of children face inconceivable hardships in their day-to-day lives in Kenya. The numbers alone are striking.
- There are approximately 163,000,000 orphans throughout the world.
- Within a year of leaving Kenyan Orphanages, 50% are involved in prostitution or crime, another 30% are addicted to drugs or alcohol, and another 10% commit suicide.
- 2,400,000 of all children in Kenya are orphaned.
This does not represent the countless number of homeless children living on the streets. - Nearly 70% of families in Kenya live below the poverty line.
By sponsoring a child, a family, or funding a project, you help us prevent these children from becoming another of the many victims throughout the world. As stewards of Christ:
- We serve them to meet their physical, emotional, educational, and spiritual needs.
- We provide guidance, inspiration, and hope to children in seemingly hopeless situations.
- We are witnesses to the gospel aimed at instilling Christian love in the hearts of these children.
- We believe the uniqueness of each child must always take precedence as that is how God loves us - as unique individuals created by Him for His glory.
Orphans and vulnerable children are deprived of their first line of protection – their parents. Reasons include having temporarily or permanently:
- Lost their caregivers or guardians (orphans).
- Lost contact with their caregivers. For example, street children, unaccompanied displaced or refugee children.
- Been separated from their parents. For example, where parents are detained or children are abducted.
- Been placed in alternative care by their caregivers. For example, children with disabilities or children from poor families who are placed in institutions.
- Been kept in prolonged hospital care. For example, on grounds of health status, such as HIV status.
- Been detained in educational, remand, correctional or penal facilities as a result of an administrative or judicial decision. For example, suspected or convicted offenders or child asylum seekers.
Children without the guidance and protection of their primary caregivers are often more vulnerable and at risk of becoming victims of violence, exploitation, trafficking, discrimination or other abuses. In conflict situations, involuntary separation from both family and community protection, sometimes across national borders, greatly increases the child's risk of exposure to violence, physical abuse, exploitation and even death. Surviving children face malnutrition, illness, physical and psychosocial trauma, and impaired cognitive and emotional development. Unaccompanied girls are at especially high risk of sexual abuse.
To donate to support our programmes, please go to our Support Us for guidelines on how to send your donation. You can also call the director at his cell phones +254 724079529, +254 755530202, or email :[email protected] or contact him the contact address below:
IPFA Mercy Ministries
P.O. Box 9120 - 00200
Nairobi - Kenya
East Africa
Office: +254 202109945
Cell: +254 773677594 Email: [email protected]
Website: www.ipfa.weebly.com