We have in past newsletters mentioned that a few of our residents have maintained contact with their biological families.
In general, the birth parents are no longer in the picture, but brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles have sometimes kept up communication. Typically there are large gaps of time when we don't hear from them. Then suddenly there will be a flurry of calls and visits.
Nicușor was visited in August by his uncle and aunt at Casa Rachel
Nicușor was visited in August by his uncle and aunt at Casa Rachel
Those times can be confusing for our people, although we have dutifully kept them informed of their familial relationships and how it is that they are now living with us.
 | On the left, Mihăiță is visited by his brother and sister-in-law.. On the right, Mariana enjoys a happy reunion with her aunt, her brother and sister-in-law. |  |
As the years roll on, those visits and calls become even more powerful reasons for rejoicing.
 Above, the first of 2 groups is at the Bucharest airport, preparing to depart for a mini vacation in Italy. |  With some extra donations from friends, we were able to purchase enough firewood for the coming winter. Praise God for this dynamic witness for prayer and faithfulness. |
Eight different residents were able to enjoy 2 separate vacations at the Campground Maroadi on Largo di Garda, Italy, hosted by our long-time friends, Ettore and Eithne Barion. That, along with monthly birthday celebrations, jaunts through the park in neighboring Tecuci, various sporting activities and gardening provided entertainment and occupation for us all.
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Above left are Anca, Maricica and Adina at the Tecuci central park. Center shows Constantin with Anca and Mihăiță toting watermelons. At the right is Ciprian trimming hedges.
Romeo gives it his all at the tire challenge during Sports Day 2023.
Costel and Florentin are in the background, cheering him on, as well as two of our friends visiting from a group home for girls near Iași, Romania.
Of course the main activities take place at Jacob Center, which is on the same property as is Casa Hannah. Daily workshops see 12 of our folks creating an assortment of handicrafts that they hope to sell to supplement our finances. Jacob Center also serves as our place of worship, and every Sunday morning we gather to read scripture, sing hymns, pray and praise.
While our operation depends on the financial contributions from friends in several countries, nothing could be possible without the dedication of our loyal employees. Each has an individual relationship with our residents, which allows us to maintain a healthy, warm environment for us all.
FOR A SYNOPSIS OF EACH OF OUR RESIDENTS, WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU CHECK OUT THE ”SPONSOR A CHILD” PAGE, ALSO ON THE TRM WEBSITE