In the midst of a desperate situation on the outskirts of India, where the leprosy-affected had no place to call home, a community began to flourish because of the sacrifice and work of one man. Looking to his example, we hope to build a school. Meridian readers have already raised over $185,000 towards that goal, can you help us reach $200,000.
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The Power of a Single Egg
An attempt to improve the nutrition of the children of the leprosy-affected in Bihar, India showed us how powerful something as simple as an egg can be in the lives of those in the school. Meridian has now raised over $180,000 of the $200,000 goal. Have you donated yet?
The Sexual Ideologies Competing for the Hearts of Your Children
There are two ideologies vying for the hearts and minds of our children and families. One says that humans are sexual beings and that they should be encouraged to explore and express that sexuality any way they want. The other says that we are humans with a sexual drive that is so powerful that it should be treated with respect and great care.
Into the Heart of a Leprosy Colony: A Lesson in Resetting my Priorities
Our generous Meridian readers have raised nearly $180,000, help us make that final push to $200,000. Every penny goes towards building a school for the children of the leprosy-affected. Here is the story of an Indian military leader whose unlikely conversion to the Gospel saw him leaving the life he knew to serve people he didn't.
DC Is Abolishing Columbus Day. Here’s the Truth About Columbus.
On Tuesday, the D.C. City Council approved a measure to abolish the celebration of Columbus Day, set to take place Oct. 14. The holiday will be replaced by Indigenous People’s Day. The council fast-tracked the legislation by calling an emergency session.
Answering Your Questions about Leprosy
We have now raised more than $170,000 towards our $200,000 goal to build a school for the children of the leprosy-affected. Here we answer some questions readers may have about the disease and how it affects the lives of those that contract it.
Comprehensive Sexuality and Gender Identity Education: Do You Know What Your Children Are Being Taught?
With increased frequency, public schools seem to crowd parents out of their right to make fundamental choices for their children regarding education - especially education about sexuality and relationships.
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