Author Archives: jarod_hortin

When German missionary Ernst Christoffel arrived in Turkey in 1908, he was overwhelmed with compassion for the street beggars – children who could not see, walk, or hear – those he named ‘Nobody’s Children’ because nobody was caring for them. From this humble beginning, Christian Blind Mission – CBM – was born as Pastor ChristoffelContinue reading “Pastor Ernst Christoffel (1876 – 1955)”

Sydney girl Irene Gleeson never intended to become a hero, but there is no doubt ‘Muma Irene’ made an indelible impact upon the world. Born during WWII, Irene’s life was marked by abuse and brokenness until her life-changing encounter with the love of Jesus. In 1991, Irene travelled to the worn-torn country of Uganda, whereContinue reading “Irene Gleeson (1944 – 2013)”

In the middle of the 5th century, a British teenager named Patrick was abducted and taken to Ireland where he was forced to labour for six years. In the distress of losing everything he held dear, Patrick encountered the love of Jesus, and found a reason to live as he awaited his chance for escape.Continue reading “Saint Patrick (5th Century)”

Born in 1820, Fanny Crosby is best known as the ‘Queen of Gospel Song’. At six weeks of age, Fanny tragically lost her vision. Yet, over her lifetime, she memorised copious amounts of Scripture, and wrote over 8000 hymns – many of which are still sung in places of worship around the world. One ofContinue reading “Fanny Crosby (1820 – 1915)”