3.24.2010

The kids of America

According to Teen Rescue there are currently over 20,000 children enslaved in the U.S. today.
80% are girls
80% of those girls are undergoing sexual abuse and exploitation.
Check out Teen Rescue to see stories of people that are doing something to bring HOPE.

To Learn More:
Check out the documentary Very Young Girls, filmed in New York City about the Organization G.E.M.S. (Girls Educational and Mentoring Services)

Watch Shyima's story and hear of a girl RESCUED because of a tip from a neighbor, and the help of the local law enforcement.

The statistics are staggering, because the numbers represent people. Individuals no different from you and I.

I've been talking a lot with people about the church's role in the midst of this brokenness... more thoughts to come later.

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