Clermond, along with his brother Clifford, mother, and sister were homeless when we first met them. They had been moving from one house to another prior to living at Maison de Lumiere. His father died when he was young and his mother struggled to care for her children. When his mother got very ill, she brought Clermond and Clifford to the boys' home because she could no longer feed them. Clermond enjoys his new life at the orphanage. He is a friendly, loving, and sweet boy who is very interested in learning new things. At the transition house he is already learning skills in carpentry, silk screening, and baking. His dream is to one day build robots. Clermond also loves Jesus and has such a kind and sensitive heart. Please pray that he will grow into a godly young man who is passionate for the Lord.

Elysee is a sweet teenager with exuberant energy to spare. Elysee loves sports and enjoys competing in soccer matches. He can be a practical joker as well, with a great sense of humor and a friendly disposition. Elysee is a good student who loves to learn. He is diligently trying to improve his English language ability, taking every opportunity to practice with the missionaries or English-speaking visitors. Elysee is a great "older brother" to the younger kids. You can often see him playing with and spinning around the little boys and girls. He is also quite the competitor and loves playing soccer in the afternoons. Please pray for Elysee as he grows in his passion for the Lord and pray that the Lord would direct him as time gets closer to graduation from the orphanage.

Richard came to us with his brother, Willie as orphans. Their parents had passed away before Richard was 8. Richard and his brother are extremely helpful, continually looking for ways to assist others. Richard's true passion is worship; his high, enthusiastic singing voice can be heard above all the other boys during our praise and worship times. He also learned guitar and loves playing his favorite worship songs. He enjoys playing soccer and helping with work projects around the home. Richard will often follow an adult around waiting for a new "project." Please pray that Richard would grow in his young faith to become a godly and devoted young man.