Category Archives: Monthly Newletter

October 2024

      Samantha Family            Il Shin Presbyterian Church             Fyla group

 

Dear Friends, 

Hallelujah!!

We hope you have not been affected by any disasters or the ongoing virus. We pray that the great comfort and peace of the Lord be with you always. The Rainbow Family, grateful for the Lord’s grace, sends you greetings in the name of the Lord.

We would like to introduce Samantha, a 25-year-old single mother, and her 1-year-old son, Roland. Samantha was born in California and grew up with her two older brothers under a single mother. She never met her father and grew up in a home where her mother’s boyfriends came and went, feeling lonely. She witnessed her mother struggling with drug addiction and eventually fell into drug use herself. Her mother still lives in a nearby shelter. Samantha does not know who the father of her baby is, but she is determined to raise her son on her own. She currently works at Walmart and, despite late hours, manages without complaints. We ask for your prayers and support for Samantha and her son.

Pastor Hyo-Sung Ahn and his wife, along with three deaconesses from Il Shin Presbyterian Church, long-time supporters of the Rainbow Mission, visited us with supplies, food, and donations. Their visit brought great comfort and encouragement to me and the members of the mission. Thank you very much for your love!!

We would also like to introduce the Fyla volunteer group, which has been serving the mission for a long time. We are grateful to the students and their parents who love and serve their neighbors in this era. The Lord will surely be pleased with their love for their neighbors, which they show by visiting us twice a month without fail, and will bless them greatly.

Thanks to the support of you and your precious churches, we are able to generously share with our neighbors and children in need even during these difficult times. We tearfully thank the Lord, who always fills His kingdom with blessings and proclaims victory to the world, and we praise the good Lord who allows us to experience miracles through your love.

 

Romans 8:28

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called According to his purpose.”

 

I pray and bless that the grace and the blessing of peace will always be present in your families, churches, businesses, and ministries.

  

Because He lives,

        

Liz Lee 

Director of RFI.  

 

September 2024

0924.jpg (769×211)        Gelsi’ Family                    Sunny Foundation          Nanugo Volunteer Group       

 

Dear friends  Hallelujah!!

How are you doing amidst the fluctuating weather? The Rainbow Family, striving to live according to the Word of the Lord, sends you warm greetings.

We would like to introduce Gelsi, a 23-year-old who joined our family last month, along with her daughter Luna, who is not yet one year old. Gelsi is the youngest of 13 siblings. Her father is from Mexico, and her mother was born in Spain. Unfortunately, her mother passed away from cancer before turning 40, and Gelsi had to move between foster homes from the age of 13. At 19, she met Luna’s father, who gave her the love she had never received from her parents. Due to her lack of social experience and the fact that he was the first man she had ever met, she became deeply attached to him. However, he was a married man who used drugs. After Luna was born, he moved to another city, and they lost contact. Heartbroken, Gelsi also started using drugs but has since come to the Rainbow Family Ministry, where she is focusing on the Word of GOD and doing well. We ask for your prayers and support for Gelsi and her family. Thank you!!

We were honored to be invited to the 17th-anniversary dinner of the Sunny Foundation, a long-time supporter. We are deeply grateful for your consistent support since the foundation’s inception.

Several volunteer groups have been visiting our ministry. We would like to introduce the newly connected Sharing and Service Group Nanugo. These passionate and loving students teach and play with the lonely children at our ministry and collect allowances to donate as support funds. We praise the Lord for these wonderful students. Thank you!!

Two deaconesses from the Unige Women’s Association of Orange Korean Church visited us with many daily necessities and donations. We bow our heads in gratitude for their love.

 

 1 Timothy 1:16  “But I received mercy for this reason, that in me, as the foremost, Jesus Christ might display his perfect patience as an example to those who were to believe in him for eternal life.”

 

May you be grateful for the great grace of the Lord and serve your neighbors. We pray that the resurrection power of the Lord will always be with your family, church, business, and ministry of sponsors who serve their neighbors. Blessings!!

 

Because He lives,

     

Liz Lee / Director of RFI

 

 

August 2024

      Jenee And Lb          Torrance Good Shepherd Church   Fyla Volunteer Group

Dear friends

Hallelujah!

 

May the Lord’s grace be with you always. The Rainbow Family, which strives to live according to His word, sends warm greetings.

Let me introduce you to new members of our family: 29-year-old single mother, Jenee, and her adorable 2-year-old son, Lb, originally from LA, faced lack of love early in life due to the loss of her parents. Currently, she attends beauty school and work diligently to support her family. We kindly request your prayers and support for Jenee’s household.

Long time friend and supporter Torrance Good Shepherd Church Pastor Lee Seung-hyuk,  Associate Pastor Kim Ki-eup and Pastor James Kim,  along with Deacon Yoon Sung-won, visited us. Their presence was heartwarming and greatly appreciated. All glory to the Lord!

Allow me to introduce the Fyla Volunteer Group, which visits us twice a month. Comprising around ten high school students, they bring delicious lunches and snacks to share with the children at our mission center. They also teach English, math, and art, embodying the spirit of service that can truly transform society.

We sincerely thank you for your generous support, both big and small. Your prayers and care for us are deeply appreciated. Together with our fellow believers and churches, we lift our heads in gratitude, giving all glory to our faithful Lord

 

James1:27

“Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans

and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world.”

 

I pray that the power of resurrection of our Lord Jesus will be with you, your family, and your church always and God bless you!

Because He lives,

     

Liz Lee

Director of RFI

 

July 2024

        Estella Family             Las Vegas True Love Church        Fila Volunteer group

 

Dear Friends
Hallelujah!!

May you have a beautiful July, blooming like the wildflowers of early summer, wrapped in the love of our Lord. Rainbow Family sends warm greetings.

Allow me to introduce Estella, a 32-year-old mother who recently became part of our Korean family. She has three children: Delaine (11), Daelin (8), and Dillian (7). Estella was born in California to Mexican parents. She struggled with addiction herself and faced domestic violence. After her husband was incarcerated, their three children were taken away by government agencies. With a heavy heart, Estella lived with her mother until she heard about Rainbow Family Mission Center. When she learned that we support families facing similar challenges, she came to us, and we were able to reunite her with her children. We are grateful for your support and prayers. Rainbow Family Mission, established through your generosity, is opening new paths for families in need, even those who feel abandoned. We do this in the name of Jesus Christ. Thank you.

Last month, our mission families were invited by True Love Church in Las Vegas. We spent three joyful nights and four days there. Witnessing the love shared by the pastor, elders, and all the church members, we glimpsed heaven’s love—a love that transcends worldly boundaries.

On the second Saturday of last month, the Young Leaders of America (Fila) volunteer group visited us. They shared lunch with our marginalized children, played games, and spent a delightful Saturday afternoon. We sincerely thank all the volunteers and their leaders.

Isaiah 61:3
“And provide for those who grieve in Zion- to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes, the oil of joy instead of mourning, and a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair. They will be called oaks of righteousness, a planting of the Lord for the display of his splendor.”

I pray and bless that the grace and the blessing of peace will always be present in your families, churches, businesses, and ministries.

Because He lives,

Liz Lee / Director of RFI

June 2024

    Birthday party                       Walkathon 2024                  Sunny Foundation

Dear Friends, 

Hallelujah!!

I hope and pray all is well with you and yours.

Living in the grace of the Lord with a grateful heart, Rainbow Family offers our monthly greetings.

There was a Walkathon event on May 18th.

Emmanuel Baptist Church’s evangelist Choi Jeong, who has been a long-time sponsor, along with Brandon Byun and the youth group, and the graduated families, brought sponsorship money and food. We became one with the Rainbow Family, walked 50 blocks safely, returned, had a delicious lunch, and had a good time together. We especially thank all of you who became sponsors of the Walkathon during these difficult times.

Jackie’s daughter, Evelyn, who has been living with us for six months, turned five. We had a happy birthday party for cute Evelyn in the park and had a fun day.

Already, for over 20 years, the members of the Sunny Foundation, who have been sponsoring the mission with one heart. made a delicious dinner and treated the missionary family. We sincerely thank them for their love.

We believe that the Lord opens a new life for those who are marginalized in society and allows the best conditions to win. We give all thanks and glory to the loving Lord. We believe and pray that your prayers and efforts will open the gates of heaven, and that the society living together will be realized on earth as it is in heaven. Thank you.

 

Philippians 4:6-7

“Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with

thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”

I pray and bless that the grace and the blessing of peace will always be present in your families, churches, businesses, and ministries.

 

Because He lives,

Liz Lee Director of RFI

 

May 2024

            Young Leaders of America                     Rainbow Family Children

Dear Friends,

Hallelujah!!

I hope and pray all is well with you and yours.

We, the Rainbow Family, send you greetings with a grateful heart in the grace of the Lord.

During the last Easter, mothers hid eggs and gifts inside and outside the house, teaching the children that those who seek shall find, in the name of Jesus, and those who find can possess the kingdom of heaven. We give thanks and praise to Jesus, who became hope for those without hope or possessions, and allowed those who lived without confidence because they had nothing, to become owners of eternal life, which is more precious than anything in this world. There are many churches that go on missions to the ends of the earth at great cost, but when we think about sponsors like you who support and pray for places like the Rainbow Family Ministry, which works to improve society and create a crime-free society in the land of America, we are so grateful. We believe that the Lord’s great blessings will always be with you.

On Saturday, May 18th at 10 a.m., we will walk 50 blocks around the local area, starting from the Buena Park Rainbow Home for our annual Walkathon. It is planned to be used as the Rainbow Family’s expenses, so if you fill out the sponsorship form and send it with the sponsorship money, we will gratefully use it for ministry expenses.

The president of Young Leaders of America, Yoba Linda Group, Um Moon Jung, bought lots of delicious food and snacks that children love, share coffee with me and pastor park, she is going to come with their children to serve during the summer vacation. She is a very gentle and beautiful person, so it was a great comfort and we were grateful. Hallelujah!!

Mia and the children living in the mission attended the Huntington Beach Girls Softball League and had a joyful Saturday. Thanks to Mia’s mother, Adriana.

We sincerely thank you for the love of the Lord who governs us so that we can minister centered on the Word without receiving government subsidies, and for the ceaseless prayers and support of our sponsors

Isaiah 41:10

“So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

To the supporters who thank the Lord’s grace and serve your neighbors, I pray and bless that above your family, church, business, and ministry, the Lord’s resurrection power that makes all things good and an army of angels will always be by your side. 

 

Because He lives,

     

Liz Lee / Director of RFI

 

April 2024

        Terry’s Family        Torrance Good Shepherd Church        Alisha’s Family        
Dear Friends, 

Hallelujah!!

I hope and pray all is well with you and yours. The abundantly sprouting buds and the blooming flowers seem to be joining us in the praise of our Lord’s resurrection.

Last month, we welcomed Terry, a 42-year-old single mother, into our family. Born in Orange County, Terry was raising her children with her husband while working. However, after her husband’s addiction became her own, they faced many problems and separated. She met another man and lived with her children, but she couldn’t stand his abuse of the children. She tried to leave several times but had nowhere to go. She was introduced to the Rainbow Family and became a part of our family. She is sincerely grateful for accepting her and her three children and is living her life. 

We ask for your prayers and support for Terry’s family. Thank you.

The Rainbow Family Home was visited by Pastor Lee Seung-hyuk and his wife, Deacon Yoon Sung-won, and Deaconess Yang Hwa-kyung from the Good Shepherd Church in Torrance, who are our sponsors and friend. They brought necessary living supplies and we had a good meeting and fellowship. Thank you for your love,

Last month, we welcomed Alisha, a 28-year-old single mother, and her 5-year-old daughter, Isabel, into our family. Alisha, who had been struggling with drug addiction for several years, lost her daughter Isabel to child protection services. During this time of great heartache, she was introduced to the Rainbow Family Home where she could live with her daughter. We ask for your prayers and support for the future of this mother and daughter. Thank you.

Last month, we were thankfully selected for the Sharing On Campaign by the Korean Gospel Broadcasting Corporation and received a donation of $5000. We will use it wisely for our needy neighbors. 

We believe that the Lord will infinitely bless all the work done by the Korean Gospel Broadcasting Corporation.

At this complicated and heartbreaking time, the Lord is protecting us as we set ourselves apart from the world through prayer and faith. Even during these times, I realize the Lord’s providence as he allows his people to keep their faith and serve their neighbors. I give thanks as I hope for a victorious life in Him.

1Peter1:3    

“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,”

To the supporters who thank the Lord’s grace and serve your neighbors, I pray and bless that above your family, church, business, and ministry, the Lord’s resurrection power that makes all things good and an army of angels will always be by your side. 

 Because He lives,

   

Liz Lee Director of RFI

March 2024

     Young Leaders of America         Jackie’s Family  Torrance Good Shepherd Church 

“Praise the Risen Lord!!”

Dear friends

Hallelujah!!

 How are you during this season of harsh weather changes?

Striving to live by the Word and the Lord’s grace, Rainbow Family is offering our monthly greetings.

 Our friend, the president of the Young Leaders of America group, brought many daily necessities and snacks that children love, thanks to the many parents.

We thank you once again for your helping hand and prayers over the years.

 Last month, we welcomed new family members: 31-year-old single mother Jackie, her 10-year-old daughter Elena, and 5-year-old Evelyn. Jackie was born in Mexico and grew up in the United States from the age of 4. She graduated from high school and thought she was happy when she met the father of her children, but her husband’s drug addiction became her own, and she had to leave her two daughters with their grandmother. However, she did not lose hope. Although the Bible is new to her at the Rainbow Mission, her hard work is very lovely. We are praying earnestly for her to completely turn away from the world and become a new creation. We ask for your prayers and support.

Long time supporter and friend Good Shepherd Church Pastor Lee Seung-hyuk and Deacon Yoon Sung-won, visited the mission center with their deacons and living supply and food for the moms and children.

We had a beautiful fellowship and shared God’s grace. We thank them for their interest and love.

 We are genuinely thankful for all the donations that our supporters send, whether big or small. We are grateful for the prayers and for having us in your hearts. We bow our heads in thanksgiving for the love, prayers, material support from you, the church, and many men and women missions who work in cooperation for the Lord.

James1:27

“Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans

and widows in their distress and to keep oneself from being polluted by the world.”

 I pray that the power of resurrection of our Lord Jesus will be with you, your family, and your church always and God bless you!

Because He lives,

    

 Liz Lee / CEO of RFI

 

February 2024

         Sara’s Family                   Adriana’s Family  Christian Ethics Practice Movement

Dear, Friends.

Hallelujah!!

How are you during this season of weather changes? 

Seeking a new life in the Lord’s love and grace, Rainbow Family is offering our Lunar new year greetings

Last month, we welcomed a new family member, 27-year-old single mother Sara and her 3-year-old daughter Penelope. Sara was born in California and grew up in a foster home after her parents divorced. She has no siblings and has always felt lonely and struggled to have hope. She was overjoyed to give birth to her daughter, but the baby’s father did not want them, and she became alone again. She spent nearly a year at the Orange County Rescue Mission, unable to work or go to school. She passed her GED and wants to continue studying at a university. 

The Rainbow Family Mission and I are praying to help her family. We ask for your sponsorship and prayers.

We introduce 43-year-old single mother Adriana and her 6-year-old daughter Mia. Adriana has made many mistakes in her life and spent more than 10 years in prison. She has other children besides Mia, but currently, Mia is the only child she can take care of. Seeing her working hard and trying to live a good life, we are reminded once again that a life in Christ can change her thoughts and future. We are doing our best to show that the love of Christians is more precious than anything in the world. Please help us. Thank you!!

Pastor Hyun Soo-il, the representative of the Christian Ethics Practice Movement, always helps the mission with all his heart. We respect his heart and passion for practicing the. We thank the Lord for the pastor and all the work done by the Christian Ethics Practice Movement. We believe that the Lord will bless all their work.

With the grace of the Lord and the prayers and material support of our sponsors, the Rainbow Family Mission, which was miraculously established, has become a true refuge. We ask you to become a co-worker through prayer and sponsorship so that many wounded and marginalized souls can be healed by the beautiful love of the Lord. Thank you!!

 

Ephesians 2:10

“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.”

To the supporters who thank the Lord’s grace and serve your neighbors, I pray and bless that above your family, church, business, and ministry, I pray in Love the Lord’s grace and peace will always be with you. 

 

Because he lives.

 

Liz Lee / CEO

Rainbow family Inc.

 

January 2024

 ission Community Church          2023 Christmas               Donated a wonderful car

Happy New Year!!

Dear friends,  Hallelujah!!

We, the Rainbow Family, who are grateful for the Lord’s infinite love and grace, offer our New Year’s bow as we welcome the new year.

Even this Christmas, we experienced the Lord’s love and blessings poured out through our unwavering sponsor, various churches and organizations, and all of you who are grateful. We give thanks for the Lord’s great and wide river-like grace and look forward to the Lord’s plan for us in 2024.

The Christmas event in 2023 started with the grace-filled sermon and praise worship of Pastor Joe ES Park of Il-shin Presbyterian Church, and it was the Lord’s abundant birthday party where we ate and drank delicious food prepared by the small group of Grace Church. We sincerely thank you.

For the past 20 years, as always, the victorious Rainbow Home graduates and their families, and over 60 struggling families in our neighborhood, came to receive gifts, but thanks to the great love and support of various churches and sponsors who helped us especially, no one went back without a gift. We praise the Lord who always bestows the miracle of the five loaves and two fish, and His ability and love. Hallelujah!!

Long-time sponsors, the Mission Community Church Rainbow group, brought us essential items for long-term use. How great a joy it is for those who have nothing. Thank you.

We sincerely thank Deacon Dong-gil Kim of Il-shin Presbyterian Church, who has been sponsoring school supplies and backpacks for neighborhood children every year without change. We shed tears of gratitude for the miraculous ability of heaven that we experience every Christmas.

This year, in particular, at the age of 11 GG came in with her mother Veronica became members of Rainbow family, lived in a mission home during their childhood, studied hard, entered college, rode bicycles, and even took buses on rainy days. But the Lord heard our prayers our CPA, Mr. Paul Joo, donated a wonderful car, which not only supports us, but all the family members are very happy and thankful to the Lord. We give all the glory to the good Lord who answers our prayers. Thank you, thank you.

Isaiah 61:3 “To appoint unto them that mourn in Zion, to give unto them beauty for ashes, the oil of joy for mourning, the garment of praise for the spirit of heaviness; that they might be called trees of righteousness, the planting of the LORD, that he might be glorified.”

We pray that the protection, hope, and peace of the Lord will always be with you who constantly provide to neighbors in need with outstretched arms. We bless that you will be filled with spiritual things of heaven and the fertile things of the earth. 

Because He lives,

  

Liz Lee

Director of RFI