In this episode, we welcome back Ron and Suzanne Owens, the Village Project Director and CEO of Sozo Children, to continue sharing the inspiring journey of the organization. Picking up from last week’s story about building wells, we dive into the next chapter: constructing “God’s House” and the incredible ways the land itself provided for the project.
Highlights:
- The story behind the “Water, Walls, and Worship” fundraising dinner that made the well project possible.
- How eucalyptus trees on the property became the key building material for God’s House, and the symbolic meaning behind it.
- The hands-on process of building, including community involvement and sharing faith with local workers.
- The vision and design of God’s House, and its significance as a place of worship and community gathering.
- The parallel development of Sozo Trading, the organization’s thrift store in Birmingham, and its role in supporting both local and international ministry.
- Stories of generosity, community support, and the impact of donations—highlighting record-breaking fundraising days and the ongoing needs met through the thrift store.
- The growth of Kids Club and Women’s Ministry, serving hundreds of children and families with meals, education, and spiritual support.
- Reflections on the broader mission: strengthening families, empowering communities, and the hope that one day Sozo’s work will no longer be needed because families are thriving.
Links & Resources:
- Photos and drawings of God’s House www.instagram.com/sozochildren
- Sozo Trading information and donation details: www.instagram.com/sozotradingco
- More about Kids Club: www.sozochildren.org
Thank you for listening and being part of the Sozo story! For more information, visit our website and check out the links in the show notes.
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